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The Deal

93%Game Brain Score
story, music
grinding, monetization
93% User Score Based on 110 reviews

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About

"The Deal" is a first-person shooter game where players take on the role of a mercenary fighting in a futuristic, war-torn world. With a variety of weapons and customization options, players must complete objectives, defeat enemies, and make their way through challenging levels. The game features single-player and multiplayer modes, allowing players to team up with friends or take on others in fierce online combat.

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 110 reviews
story26 positive mentions
grinding10 negative mentions
  • The game features a charming atmosphere with engaging characters, fun quests, and a balanced combat system that rewards exploration without requiring excessive grinding.
  • Players appreciate the expansive map and the camp area where they can interact with NPCs, trade items, and receive side quests, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The game is well-designed for a RPG Maker title, with a good mix of humor, interesting puzzles, and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic JRPGs.
  • Many players found the main storyline predictable and lacking tension, which detracted from the overall RPG experience.
  • The game suffers from technical issues such as fast auto text, loud battle music, and a lack of saving options, which can frustrate players.
  • Some reviews criticize the use of RPG Maker assets, suggesting that the game feels generic and lacks originality, making it hard to recommend over other free or higher-quality titles.
  • story
    56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally described as simple and predictable, often following a "save the world" trope, but it is complemented by engaging characters and humorous dialogue. While the main storyline may lack depth, players find enjoyment in the numerous side quests and exploration, which offer a richer experience than the main plot itself. Overall, the narrative is lighthearted and entertaining, with a focus on character interactions and quest completion rather than a complex storyline.

    • “The characters and story are engaging, the dialogue is funny (I wasn't sure it was going to be at first but it definitely picks up) and the battles are balanced very nicely.”
    • “The story is unique and fun, I love the characters' quirks.”
    • “A simple, straightforward and yet entertaining story easy to follow with a journal to check if you forget where you're at.”
    • “The main story is unfortunately rather predictable and goes in that usual 'save the world' direction.”
    • “The main storyline needs to be the main draw of the game and it just isn't right now.”
    • “I couldn't find the plot for the life of me.”
  • music
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its memorable and relaxing qualities, with many players noting that the soundtrack lingers in their minds long after playing. However, some criticisms include the volume being too loud during battles, a monotonous sound design, and issues with music transitions between maps and cutscenes. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the atmosphere, there are suggestions for improvement, particularly regarding volume control and originality.

    • “The soundtrack gets stuck in my head even years removed from playing the game.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “The arts are amazing, as well as the music.”
    • “Music is too loud during battle.”
    • “Music and sound effects overall are too monotonous for my preference; hence there should at least be a 5% jump between the volume setting instead of the 20% available.”
    • “It could be better though if the music was not the default from RPG Maker.”
  • graphics
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in this RPG Maker game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the smooth visuals and nostalgic style reminiscent of classic titles like Final Fantasy, others criticize the engine's limitations, such as poor fullscreen support and lack of HD options. Overall, the graphics are considered decent for a 2D RPG, with a stylized atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience, though they may not satisfy dedicated modern gamers seeking high-quality visuals.

    • “Graphics - smooth and looks good on large screen.”
    • “I highly recommend this game for the updated graphics, good sound and music, many side quests from the camp and regular places, and a smooth fighting system.”
    • “The game was lighthearted with fun dialog, it had good graphics for a 2D RPG and there are a lot of quests and loot.”
    • “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
    • “On the downside, I found that the graphics were all rather small.”
    • “The graphics are not impressive, but the gameplay is addictive.”
  • grinding
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players appreciate that the game avoids excessive grinding, allowing for enjoyable combat and exploration without the need for tedious level grinding. While some feel that character progression can be slow and that enemies may become disproportionately stronger, the balance between fighting and exploration is generally well-received, making the experience engaging rather than grind-heavy.

    • “I do love the fact that there's no grinding.”
    • “No grinding, which was nice too.”
    • “Quite tedious, but not a game breaker.”
    • “But for me, I think the character is still not strong enough after so many level ups and acquiring many legendary weapons. The monsters seem to be stronger than during the first playthrough, and the experience you get from fighting the strong monsters is not enough, making it difficult to farm (level up) faster than it should.”
    • “The combat system is relatively deep and varied for this kind of title, and beyond serviceable and into the territory of fun where I enjoyed it and even saw myself strategizing and grinding a bit to give myself an edge.”
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it addictive and enjoyable, particularly in the context of JRPG mechanics like trading cards and upgrades. However, many criticize it for being generic and poorly executed, often likening it to low-quality RPG Maker titles with subpar graphics and repetitive elements. Overall, while there are elements of fun, the gameplay is marred by a lack of originality and polish.

    • “Good JRPG with easy gameplay and trading cards.”
    • “Good graphic quality game for JRPG, and also good gameplay.”
    • “There are cards, upgrades, and flawless gameplay.”
    • “I think in this case, given the length of the game, it's possibly something that Simprose/Aldorlea grabbed from someone who perhaps tried to genuinely make a game with RPG Maker. The gameplay is well over 15 hours if anyone can be bothered: spoiler, almost nobody did. But it's not at all great, still painfully generic, and still, well, everything that's wrong with RPG Maker.”
    • “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low quality copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
    • “The graphics are not impressive, but the gameplay is addictive.”
  • humor
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating the pleasant banter among characters and genuinely funny dialogue that enhances the engaging storyline. The balance of humor complements the gameplay, making it enjoyable and relaxing without being overwhelming. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the characters and the overall experience.

    • “The story line is fun, it is simple and jokes are actually funny, so kudos.”
    • “The characters and story are engaging, the dialogue is funny (I wasn't sure it was going to be at first but it definitely picks up) and the battles are balanced very nicely.”
    • “In overall it's very well balanced (especially battle-wise) with the perfect amount of humor just to make you relax.”
  • monetization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of this game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with a price point of around $7 deemed unrealistic given the game's lack of quality and originality. Reviewers highlight the use of stock assets and minimal development effort, suggesting that it contributes to the proliferation of low-quality shovelware on platforms like Steam, especially when compared to numerous free, higher-quality alternatives.

    • “This kind of cash grab construction kit shovelware from bad actors like Andorlea gives amateur developers a bad name.”
    • “The deal has the completely unrealistic cash grab price of around $7 USD; it's not worth it given the defects and shortcomings with the product, especially considering the sheer number of completely free, much higher quality games on Steam.”
    • “It's horribly basic, and although it has fewer than usual grammatical and spelling errors, it's full of stock copy-pasted RPG Maker assets. Little real game development has taken place here; this is just a cash grab, it's shovelware polluting Steam for profit.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users appreciate the character designs and find the overall character development engaging, highlighting the integration of spells, music, and gameplay as contributing factors to their enjoyment.

  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is praised for its appealing music and stylized graphics, creating an immersive experience where players struggle to distinguish between default elements and unique design choices.

    • “The atmosphere is captivating; the music and graphics are stylized to the point where it's hard to distinguish what's 'default' or not.”
    • “The atmosphere is immersive, with a perfect blend of music and stylized graphics that create a unique experience.”
    • “The ambiance is enchanting, making it difficult to discern between standard elements and the game's unique style.”

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*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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