The Adventures of Fatman
- October 1, 2015
- SOCKO! Entertainment
- 6h median play time
Get on Steam"The Adventures of Fatman: Toxic Revenge" is a single-player adventure game with a good plot and plenty of humor. As the crime fighter for Shadowlawn, you must save the city from a supervillain named Toxicman while balancing your love for food. This comedy adventure game features hand-drawn art, full English voice acting, and interesting locations to explore, all at a budget price with extra easter eggs and an improved ending.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a humorous and light-hearted story that parodies superhero tropes, particularly Batman.
- It's a nostalgic throwback to classic point-and-click adventure games, with engaging puzzles and decent voice acting.
- The game is very affordable, often available for less than a dollar, making it a good value for fans of the genre.
- The gameplay can be confusing and frustrating, with some puzzles relying on obscure logic and pixel hunting.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs that cause crashes and a lack of autosave functionality.
- Graphics and overall presentation feel dated, which may deter players used to modern standards.
- story48 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story centers around a comedic superhero parody, Fatman, who navigates a lighthearted plot filled with humor and comic references, though it is often described as cliched and simple. While some players appreciate the quirky narrative and punchlines, others feel the storytelling is underwhelming and lacks depth, resulting in a mixed reception overall. The game is recommended for fans of classic adventure titles, particularly those who enjoy a humorous take on the genre.
“In the game, the story of the superhero Fatman will be told, who, in the absence of villains, is increasingly reading comics and eating various unhealthy foods.”
“The plot is a pure joke about comics, and very well done and humorous.”
“The story is told with a touch of lighthearted humor, which worked for me.”
“Story is pretty bad and the gameplay feels shitty.”
“Logic for actions is ok, but at the end you don't get a feeling of satisfaction - story is short, simple, with low-brow humor.”
“The story is cliched, but fair.”
- humor40 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and well-executed, particularly in its parody of superhero comics, while others criticize it as low-brow or outdated. Many appreciate the clever dialogue and character interactions, but some feel that the humor falls flat or is overshadowed by confusing gameplay. Overall, humor is subjective, and while some may enjoy its comedic elements, others may not find it appealing.
“The adventures of Fatman is an old-school, humorous questline that parodies comics, particularly about Batman.”
“The plot is a pure joke about comics, and it's very well done and humorous.”
“The developers obviously have a good sense of humor, and it shows in the dialogue for even simple things.”
“The main problem of this game is that it is not funny.”
“Not funny, sorry.”
- graphics26 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 31 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated and of poor quality, reminiscent of older titles like "Maniac Mansion" and "Day of the Tentacle." While some players appreciate the nostalgic pixel art style, many find it unappealing and awkward, with a lack of innovation that reflects its age. Overall, the visuals are functional but not impressive, earning mixed reviews from users.
“Pixel graphics, interface, puzzles, and voice acting were all very well done.”
“The graphics are great for an older game and a lot of time went into the narration, graphics, and storyline.”
“The visuals also fall in line with games from that era and the gameplay is simple and functional.”
“The game overall is good, although there is definitely a dated feel to it, especially graphics-wise.”
“This is an old-school point-and-click adventure game with poor quality pixel graphics.”
“The graphics are somewhat unappealing, but works.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of confusion and engagement; while some players find the puzzles varied and interesting, others criticize the gameplay for being overly reliant on item use and lacking pure puzzles. The game is relatively short, lasting around three to five hours, and while it may not excel in graphics or innovation, it offers decent entertainment value for its price. Overall, the gameplay experience is seen as simple and functional, but not without its flaws.
“The puzzles and gameplay itself are varied and interesting enough to keep you playing, although the game is only around three hours long (maybe taking four or five if you take a while on a puzzle or are just less experienced with point-and-click adventure games in general) so it shouldn't be too difficult nonetheless.”
“It isn't going to win any awards for graphics, innovation, sound, gameplay, and what have you, but for its price, [i]fatman[/i] delivers a decent enough package of entertainment.”
“The visuals also fall in line with games from that era and the gameplay is simple and functional.”
“All gameplay is tied to the use of items; there are practically no pure puzzles.”
“The story is pretty bad, and the gameplay feels lackluster.”
“It isn't going to win any awards for graphics, innovation, sound, gameplay, and what have you.”
- music14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting its ability to create a relaxing atmosphere and effectively complement the gameplay. The soundtrack, described as well-executed midi music, contributes significantly to the overall experience, earning accolades such as "excellence in music" at the ASG awards. Overall, the music is considered a strong point of the game, enhancing both enjoyment and immersion.
“The music complements the game well.”
“The music is really well done.”
“Fun fact: this was one of the first commercially made ASG games that also won ASG awards for 'Adventure of the Year' and 'Excellence in Music.'”
“Soundtrack - alright”
“It will take you 2-4 hours to complete, with most jokes hitting the mark, a decent but unoriginal story, somewhat illogical but simple puzzles, decent music and cheesy home-made voice acting.”
“Fun fact 1: this was one of the first commercially made ASG games that also won ASG awards for 'adventure of the year' and 'excellence in music'.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a mix of amateur English dubbing, which some players find kitschy, while others appreciate it for enhancing the overall experience. The puzzles are well-integrated into the setting, contributing positively to the game's ambiance. Despite mixed opinions on the voice acting, many feel it adds depth to the atmosphere.
“All the puzzles suited the atmosphere of the game nicely.”
“A couple of comments have also listed the voice acting as a negative factor of the game, though I enjoyed it, as I feel it added a lot to the atmosphere of the game.”
“There is almost amateur English dubbing, which usually creates a kitschy atmosphere.”
“A couple of comments have also listed the voice acting as a negative factor of the game.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, despite the option to adjust walking and overall game speed through the menu. While it is recommended for farming, the adjustments do not significantly alleviate the repetitive nature of the grinding experience.
“Adjusting walking and overall game speed is possible via menu, but it is tedious.”
“And even with one, it is surprisingly tedious as hell!”
“Recommended for game farming.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The Adventures of Fatman offers minimal replayability, a common trait among point-and-click adventure games, as players are unlikely to find new experiences upon revisiting the game.
“As with all point & click adventure games, The Adventures of Fatman holds little to no replay value.”
