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.
Reviews
- The game is a humorous parody of superhero comics, particularly Batman, with a light-hearted story and funny dialogue.
- It's very affordable, often priced under a dollar, making it a good value for fans of classic point-and-click adventure games.
- The voice acting and music add to the charm of the game, and it features interesting puzzles that can be engaging for players.
- The gameplay can be confusing and frustrating, with some puzzles relying on obscure logic and pixel hunting, making progression difficult.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs that can cause crashes and a lack of an autosave feature, which can lead to lost progress.
- The graphics and overall design feel dated, which may deter players who are used to modern game aesthetics and smoother interfaces.
- story24 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story centers around a comedic superhero parody, Fatman, who navigates a lighthearted plot filled with humor and quirky elements, reminiscent of classic adventure games. While some players appreciate the funny narrative and engaging characters, others find the story simplistic and cliched, with a mix of enjoyable and low-brow humor. Overall, it offers a nostalgic experience for fans of old-school quests, despite its shortcomings in depth and originality.
“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 it's 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.”
- humor20 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its clever parodies and witty dialogue, while others find it lacking or outdated. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements as a strong point, particularly in the context of superhero satire, but some criticize the humor as low-brow or not funny at all. Overall, the game's comedic value seems to depend heavily on personal taste and nostalgia for old-school adventure games.
“That's a decent price for a short but decently funny point-and-click adventure game.”
“The adventures of Fatman (aka Fatman) is an old-school, humorous questline that parodies, as the name implies, comics, particularly about Batman.”
“The developers obviously have a good sense of humor, and it shows in the dialogue for even simple things.”
“Not funny, sorry.”
“The main problem of this game is that it is not funny.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 31 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated and of low 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 lacking in innovation, with a score averaging around 5/10. Overall, the visuals align with the game's old-school charm but may not satisfy those seeking modern graphical standards.
“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.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of confusion and engagement; while some players find the puzzles varied and interesting, others struggle with unclear objectives. The game is relatively short, lasting around three to five hours, and relies heavily on item usage rather than traditional puzzles. Overall, it offers a basic yet functional experience, though it may not impress in terms of innovation or depth.
“The puzzles and gameplay 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, or gameplay, but for its price, [i]fatman[/i] delivers a decent enough package of entertainment.”
- music7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 86 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting that it complements the gameplay effectively and contributes to a relaxing atmosphere. While some describe it as decent and somewhat unoriginal, others highlight its quality, with one review mentioning it won awards for "excellence in music." Overall, the soundtrack is appreciated for enhancing the gaming experience.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The music complements the game well.”
“The music is really well done.”
“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'.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a mix of amateur English dubbing that some players find kitschy, while others appreciate it for enhancing the overall experience. The puzzles are well-integrated into the atmosphere, contributing positively to the game's immersive quality. However, opinions on the voice acting are divided, with some viewing it as a drawback, while others feel it enriches the game's ambiance.
“All the puzzles suited the atmosphere of the game nicely.”
“I enjoyed the voice acting, as I feel it added a lot to the atmosphere of the game.”
“The English dubbing feels almost amateurish, which creates a kitschy atmosphere.”
“Several comments have pointed out the voice acting as a negative aspect of the game, which detracts from the overall atmosphere.”
- grinding3 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 some recommend it for farming, the grinding experience can still feel excessively monotonous.
“Adjusting walking and overall game speed is possible via menu, but it is tedious.”
“And even with one, it is surprisingly tedious as hell!”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The replayability of "The Adventures of Fatman" is minimal, typical of point-and-click adventure games, as players are unlikely to find new experiences upon replaying.
“As with all point-and-click adventure games, the adventures of Fatman holds little to no replay value.”
