The Blogger: Pumpkins and Witches
- October 9, 2024
- Bear Kanashi
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Get on itch.io StoreThe forgotten and abandoned Kanary village seems to come to life when you enter it. Is it really as abandoned as it seems? Destroy the terrifying priest while you get the photos you need for your blog! Atmospheric terror:The Blogger contains jump scares, cutscenes, and moments of suspense, all supported by the environment and sounds. Puzzles:Solve a variety of puzzles to progress in …
Reviews
- The game features a unique art style reminiscent of Tim Burton, which adds a distinct charm.
- Animations are well-executed, smooth, and polished, showcasing the developers' effort.
- The game offers various quests and multiple endings, providing some replayability.
- The plot is confusing and lacks coherence, making it difficult for players to engage with the story.
- Navigation is hindered by a hazy atmosphere, making it hard to traverse the environment without a map.
- Interactable items are not clearly marked, leading to frustration as players struggle to identify what can be used.
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed feedback, with some players finding the plot line lacking coherence, while others appreciate its originality and accessibility, noting that it features a friendly narrative with mild horror elements. Overall, it is seen as a solid first chapter that engages a broad audience despite some plot issues.
“The game is fantastic, for all audiences, with good art, an original and friendly story, somewhat friendly scary scenes, although some are spooky. It's a first chapter, and I loved it!”
“I understand that you wanted a viable reason for the main character to stay and explore the town, but this plotline doesn't make any sense.”
“If the plot issues and item issues were addressed, this wouldn't be a problem.”
“It has a story, but it doesn't feature the brain-breaking puzzles found in other horror games of this type.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its unclear interactable items, which detracts from the "find items - use items" mechanic, making it difficult for players to engage fully with the game. Additionally, the lack of meaningful content and player choices limits replayability and overall enjoyment, suggesting that improvements in these areas are necessary for a more compelling experience.
“What some other indie titles do is they create several decisions for the player to make throughout the game that affect the ending, and they also make lots of endings. Endings should be good so they are worth getting, and gameplay should be entertaining enough to compel a person to go for them.”
“If you are going for 'find items - use items' gameplay, then you should make interactable items more clear.”
“The combat mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive, making battles frustrating rather than enjoyable.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is inconsistent, leading to moments of boredom followed by overwhelming challenges.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized as cartoon-style, with users noting that while they are not the most impressive, they are also not the worst in this category.
“The cartoon-style graphics are vibrant and engaging.”
“The graphics have a charming cartoon aesthetic that adds to the overall experience.”
“The colorful cartoon graphics bring the game world to life.”
“The graphics look like they belong in a cartoon rather than a modern game.”
“The art style feels overly simplistic and lacks the detail expected from today's standards.”
“The visuals are disappointing, resembling outdated graphics from previous generations.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a hazy quality that complicates navigation, making it challenging for players to orient themselves in the environment.
“The hazy atmosphere usually makes it harder to navigate the surroundings, which can be quite frustrating.”
“The overall ambiance feels dull and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
“The lighting is inconsistent, creating an atmosphere that feels disjointed and confusing.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be very funny and enjoyable, often referring to it as a great way to pass the time.
“Very funny game! I love these time killers.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps me laughing.”
“I can't get enough of the witty dialogue and hilarious situations!”
