The Albino Hunter™ {Revamp}
- December 23, 2021
- CherryCo.Studios
Get on SteamIt's back, and it's better than ever! The new revamped version of the Albino Hunter is here to stay! In this Turn-Based RPG, Kalymn Nox returns as the Albino Hunter (as in the hunter with albinism, not some jerk who hunts albinos); even his pretentious and slightly racist title can't keep him from waking up broke after a night of drinking. In this exploration-encouraging world, join Kalymn as…
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Reviews
- The game features a captivating and humorous narrative with well-written characters, making it enjoyable for RPG fans.
- It offers over 100 hours of gameplay with a good amount of side content and multiple endings, providing plenty of exploration incentives.
- The developer is responsive and actively updates the game, enhancing the overall experience for players.
- The battle system is considered monotonous and overly repetitive, lacking the tactical depth some players may seek.
- Some players feel the price is high for an RPG Maker title, especially given the use of RTP-based maps.
- There are occasional bugs and crashes, particularly during screen transitions, which can disrupt gameplay.
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized by its quirky, relatable, and often absurd dialogue, enhanced by 4th wall-breaking jokes and witty character interactions. Players appreciate the blend of humor with a rich narrative, making it a standout experience for those who enjoy RPG Maker-style games and offbeat comedy. Overall, it offers a fun and engaging slice of life that resonates well with fans of the genre.
“This game is not only fun and funny, but has a good 100+ hours of gameplay.”
“It's simple, it's quirky, it's humorous, it's relatable.”
“The humor is based on and created by the story and characters - if you ask me, it's the best kind of humor when witty characters are confronted with the absurdity of their (fantasy) lives.”
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game features a well-crafted original story with branching plot options that enhance character relationships and interactivity, making it engaging for players. The humor is cleverly tied to the narrative, adding depth to the characters' absurd fantasy lives. While the main quest is complemented by numerous side quests, some players feel that certain well-designed dungeons should have been integrated into the main storyline rather than relegated to timed side content.
“An RPG Maker game with an original story and branching plot options, particularly with the relationships of the characters. It has a large amount of interactivity, as tons of objects have text when you select them.”
“The humor is based on and created by the story and characters. If you ask me, it's the best kind of humor when witty characters are confronted with the absurdity of their (fantasy) lives.”
“Apart from the two big cities (and one small town), there are only two larger 'outside dungeon areas' - monster-infested woods and frostcap mountains (summit) - among several smaller ones, and only one main storyline dungeon (wolf's den).”
“It's a shame that the five mini bonus dungeons (part of a side quest) must each be completed in five minutes, since they're well designed and should have been part of the main quest (in my opinion).”
“Although you could say the game offers an array of side quests as the main quest, sometimes the stakes are surprisingly high (yes, you will slay monsters and prevent slaughter).”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by over 100 hours of engaging content, featuring a mix of fun, humor, and quirky, fourth-wall-breaking jokes. However, it also includes a significant amount of grind-based mechanics, which may not appeal to everyone.
“This game is not only fun and funny, but has over 100 hours of engaging gameplay.”
“The gameplay features 4th wall-breaking jokes, random humor, and a lot of grind-based mechanics.”
“The gameplay is filled with fourth wall-breaking jokes that feel stupid and random, relying heavily on inside jokes and weird humor, which makes it a grind to get through.”
“The gameplay is overly repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
“The mechanics are clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating moments that detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features well-developed side characters and a protagonist with a meaningful character arc, effectively conveying serious emotional themes such as war, prejudice, and abuse, while also balancing these moments with humor. This blend allows for a rich emotional experience that resonates with players.
“Within you'll find a well-written bunch of sidekicks, surrounding a protagonist with an actual character arc, who's more interested in doing the job right and being a moral individual than satisfying their emotional whims.”
“These characters are perfectly capable of transporting the game's more serious and emotional moments, such as stories about war, prejudice, racism, or abusive parents, but they're an even more perfect fit for the many superb jokes the game has to offer.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Grinding is optional in the game, allowing players to become overpowered if they choose to engage in it; however, some enemies remain a consistent threat and require prompt attention regardless of the player's level.
“Grinding is not required, but it's possible and can make the player quickly overpowered, though certain enemies are always a threat if not taken down fast enough.”
“The grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I found myself spending hours grinding for resources, which took away from the enjoyment of the main storyline.”
