Straight to the Bone

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Straight to the Bone is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Foreign Acid and was released on December 22, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Who is this for?This is for people who love pure gameplay and theory crafting builds. This is for the ones who when they are tired, fried, cooked.. and just want a game to provide them with fun without feeling like they paid for a second job. Enjoy yourself, beat the game, and then once convinced... High-score your way to the top of your friends list. (they have to look at you) Cook up a…

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun experience with a large variety of content and simple yet depthful mechanics.
It's a great way to pass the time, especially when played with mouse and keyboard.
Players enjoy the challenge of defeating bosses and appreciate supporting small game developers.

Controls are awkward, making it difficult to navigate and collect upgrades effectively.
Upgrades are random and often not useful, leading to frustration with mechanics like Cool Down Reduction.
The game is resource-intensive despite using simple character models, causing performance issues.

gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by straightforward yet deep mechanics that offer an engaging progression system, keeping players invested and motivated.
- “Simple, yet deep mechanics with engaging progression.”
- “The gameplay is intuitive, allowing for both casual and strategic play.”
- “Each level introduces new challenges that keep the experience fresh and exciting.”
monetization
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The monetization of the game is viewed positively, with users appreciating the low price of $3.59 for a fun experience, especially in contrast to typical mobile games that often rely on deceptive advertising and exploitative practices. However, some note that the game is short and easy, which may affect its overall value.
- “The game is fun for $3.59, but it's really short and quite easy. I appreciate that mobile game ads are being turned into actual games, but the monetization feels like a bait and switch, leading to a time-wasting, money-grabbing experience.”
- “The monetization strategy is frustrating; it feels like they are just trying to extract as much money as possible from players without offering enough content in return.”
- “While the gameplay is enjoyable, the aggressive monetization tactics overshadow the experience, making it feel more like a cash grab than a well-designed game.”
music
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The music in the game received mixed feedback, with some users finding the background music ineffective. However, the overall experience is considered enjoyable for its price, despite the game's short length and ease. Players appreciate the transition from mobile game ads to actual gameplay, contrasting it with typical mobile game pitfalls.
- “The background music doesn't work for me; it's quite short and easy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “While I appreciate that mobile game ads are being turned into actual games, the music aspect feels lacking and doesn't enhance the gameplay.”
- “The music is underwhelming and fails to create an engaging atmosphere, making the game feel less immersive.”