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The Amateur Deity Society

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60%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:music, atmosphere
93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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The Amateur Deity Society is a single player action game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Robert Carlson and was released on November 1, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

1998. The members of Franklin High School’s dubious, under-equipped “Computer Club” break from precedent and take on a project: programming a world-simulator. Denise Novak, the ostensible club’s alleged president, anticipates the end result will be nothing special. A point-and-click, story-driven interactive fiction game. Features an intuitive, contextual menu-driven interface that demands neit…

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93%Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
story6 positive mentions
graphics2 negative mentions
  • Delightful and unique text adventure with witty writing and enjoyable character interactions.
  • Strong storytelling with a compelling plot that balances humor and philosophical themes.
  • Intuitive UI and satisfying puzzles that enhance the interactive experience.
  • Limited visuals and lack of music may detract from the overall presentation.
  • Some players may find it challenging to keep track of the story and characters over longer play sessions.
  • A few bugs were encountered, though they did not significantly impact gameplay.

  • story

    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    46% positive mentions, 31% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions

    The game's story is praised for its witty writing, engaging character interactions, and a well-crafted plot that offers both entertainment and thematic depth, particularly regarding the problem of evil and deities. While it leans more towards an interactive narrative than a traditional choose-your-own-adventure, players find themselves invested in the characters and their outcomes, with the overall experience deemed highly enjoyable and worth the price. Despite some minor confusion due to pacing, the storytelling is considered strong, humorous, and compelling.

    • “This is a delightful, unique kind of text adventure with witty writing, enjoyable character interactions, and a plot that takes you on a ride while wrapping itself up in a satisfying manner.”
    • “It was a lot of fun as a story with a lovely little underlying thematic contemplation on the problem of evil and the concept of deities.”
    • “I don't want to spoil the story so I shan't elaborate on that aspect, but the writing in this game is very strong and character-focused, and I felt very invested in making sure my favorites got a good ending.”
    • “Less of a choose your own adventure and more of an interactive story.”
    • “I will admit that since I played the full game over two sessions, I got a bit lost on some finer points of the story and who was who and how they got there, but regardless it was a fun time.”
    • “Its storytelling approach feels like a modern twist on a choose-your-own-adventure book.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 34% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The game features limited visuals and sound effects but lacks an original soundtrack, leading some players to appreciate the option to use their own music while playing. This "bring-your-own-music" model has been positively received by those who prefer personal playlists during gameplay.

    • “As someone who likes to listen to my own music while playing games, the bring-your-own-music model is also highly appreciated.”
    • “Don't expect too much from the presentation - the visuals are very limited, and it has sound effects but no music.”

  • atmosphere

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Reviewers praise the game's setting descriptions for their ability to create a vivid atmosphere, effectively immersing players in the scene while providing just the right amount of context to enhance the overall experience.

    • “The snappy yet effective setting descriptions successfully create a vivid scene and atmosphere, providing just the right amount of context to imagine what's happening.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail meticulously crafted.”
    • “From the haunting sound design to the stunning visuals, the atmosphere envelops you, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
    • “The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it difficult to immerse myself in the world.”
    • “Despite the interesting premise, the overall ambiance feels flat and uninspired.”
    • “The sound design is underwhelming, failing to enhance the atmosphere or evoke any real emotion.”

  • gameplay

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Gameplay is praised for its intuitive user interface and mechanics, with puzzles that are logical and provide a satisfying sense of accomplishment upon solving.

    • “The UI and mechanics felt intuitive, and the puzzles and solutions made sense and felt satisfying.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and reward that keeps you coming back for more.”
    • “I love how the game encourages exploration and creativity, allowing players to approach challenges in multiple ways.”

  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is well-crafted, striking a balance between comedic moments and deeper philosophical themes, contributing to an engaging and thought-provoking experience.

    • “The plot is very interesting, well-written, and strikes a great balance between the funny slice-of-life moments and the deeper philosophical themes.”
    • “The humor in this game is cleverly woven into the narrative, making even the serious moments feel light-hearted.”
    • “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions throughout the game.”

  • graphics

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The graphics are described as limited and sparse, which detracts from immersion, despite a promising premise. Additionally, the absence of music and minimal sound effects further diminish the overall presentation.

    • “Don't expect too much from the presentation - the visuals are very limited, and it has sound effects but no music.”
    • “While the premise shows promise, the sparse visuals and technobabble make it challenging to stay immersed.”
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The Amateur Deity Society is a action game with science fiction theme. Common tags for The Amateur Deity Society include indie, female protagonist, story rich, text-based, retro and others.

The Amateur Deity Society is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

The Amateur Deity Society was released on November 1, 2024.

The Amateur Deity Society was developed by Robert Carlson.

The Amateur Deity Society has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked The Amateur Deity Society for its story but disliked it for its music.

The Amateur Deity Society is a single player game.

Similar games include Stories Untold, The Drifter, The Excavation of Hob's Barrow, Subsurface Circular, The Fall and others.