Superscout
- July 18, 2024
- Mountain&Sea Studio
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Superscout" is a single-player Role Playing game that offers an FMV interactive dating sim experience, taking approximately 10 hours to complete. As the protagonist, Shuai Ge, players will uncover secrets and explore romantic relationships in this live-action movie game. The demo is currently available for testing, and feedback is encouraged at [email protected].
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Reviews
- The game features high-quality acting and a surprisingly engaging story that blends drama, comedy, and romance effectively.
- The main character's unique 'Scout' ability adds an interesting twist to the gameplay, allowing for creative interactions with the romance options.
- Despite being a prequel with incomplete romance arcs, the game offers a fun experience with heartfelt moments and strong character connections, particularly with fan-favorite Ye Shu.
- The game is a prequel, leaving many romance arcs incomplete and resulting in a lack of closure for players seeking a satisfying conclusion.
- The gameplay can be confusing, particularly regarding the 'Scout' ability and how to unlock certain paths, which may frustrate players.
- Some scenes are excessively long, and the pacing can feel slow, making it difficult for players to stay engaged throughout the experience.
- story60 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story centers on a protagonist who makes a deal with a god, granting them the power to elevate others' fame and wealth, but at a personal cost. While the narrative features well-developed characters and intriguing plot twists, it suffers from disjointed scenes and a lack of focus on all character arcs, leading to a somewhat incomplete and confusing experience. Despite these issues, many players appreciate the depth and emotional engagement of the story, eagerly anticipating future developments.
“The plot with the superscout ability is very intriguing and keeps you entertained throughout the game with nice twists and dialogues with the one who gave it to you (no spoilers).”
“There's some depth to the story and characters.”
“I must say this game is a masterpiece and cannot wait for future story continuation and development.”
“I don't recommend this as the plot is too confusing; I lost interest halfway.”
“This problem is compounded by the disjointed story.”
“Many times the scenes didn't feel connected, and the end scene (with the story results) weren't translated.”
- emotional11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers a blend of heartfelt romance and emotional depth, featuring both humorous and poignant moments that resonate with players. While it may not excel in overall storytelling and has a somewhat rushed ending, the strong chemistry between characters and the emotional scenes contribute to its unique appeal. Players should be prepared for a mix of fun and deeply emotional experiences, without a traditional "happily ever after."
“Some scenes are very funny and some scenes are very emotional; each actress plays the part really well.”
“There are some deeply emotional moments as well, which isn’t a negative, but it’s something to be prepared for.”
“While not the best FMV in overall story, with an almost rushed ending and a crazy plot – the sheer volume of cut-scenes and amazing chemistry between the girls, as they spar, play games, dance, seduce, etc., along with the emotional depth of the characters, give this unique game a special place in my library.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its surprisingly laugh-out-loud humor, often breaking the fourth wall and featuring slapstick first-person hand animations. Players highlight a memorable scene involving a serious fortune teller humorously struggling to pour tea, showcasing the blend of comedy and emotion that the game effectively delivers. Overall, the humor is well-executed and enhances the gaming experience.
“The game is actually surprisingly laugh-out-loud funny; it almost breaks the fourth wall a few times, which is great.”
“The first-person hand animations are hilarious sometimes in a slapstick kind of way.”
“One of my favorite unintentionally funny scenes was when a person is giving you a fortune telling and is very serious... but while giving the fortune telling, she is looking 100% at the protagonist while trying to pour herself a cup of tea.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its satisfying quality and complements the extensive recorded cutscenes and engaging content. However, some users noted that the music volume can overshadow character voices, requiring adjustments for optimal audio balance. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the experience, contributing positively to the game's cinematic feel.
“What isn’t simple is the hours and hours of recorded cutscenes, game shows, memory moments, fantasies, and mini games with movie quality and a satisfying soundtrack.”
“The good: acting and cast, video quality, content, story, choices, soundtrack, extras, chemistry, cuteness.”
“The soundtrack adds a rich layer to the overall experience, enhancing the emotional depth of the game.”
“The volumes are a bit low for the characters, so you will have to decrease the music volume to better hear the character voices properly.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a progression through chapters that introduce new mechanics and interactions with key characters, particularly in chapter 7, before returning to familiar abilities in chapter 8 and concluding the narrative in chapter 9.
“Chapter 7 unveils a new mechanic and special interactions with each of the main girls, focusing on four in particular. In Chapter 8, you return to your normal star scout powers, leading into Chapter 9 for the conclusion.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's stability is criticized for significant bugs, particularly in chapter 7, which hampers completion. Additionally, players note issues with lengthy videos, an uneven focus on characters, and an overall confusing plot, leading to a perception of incompleteness due to certain character stats not fully unlocking.
“The game is plagued by a buggy chapter 7 that is hard to complete, and the extremely long videos can be a negative aspect for some players. It feels incomplete with certain character stats not fully unlocking.”
“Chapter 7 is incredibly buggy and difficult to finish, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the long video sequences can be off-putting, and the lack of a 'love ending' for characters in the final chapter leaves much to be desired.”
“The stability issues are evident in chapter 7, which is frustratingly buggy. The confusing plot and the lack of focus on all characters equally contribute to a sense of incompleteness in the game.”
