The Ditty of Carmeana
- April 16, 2022
- Tampered Evidence LLC
Get on Steam"The Ditty of Carmeana" is a single-player comedy action game that offers a zany spoof in the style of Monty Python and Mel Brooks. Players take on the role of Kai, a farm boy who unexpectedly becomes a hero when he agrees to rescue the obnoxiously thin Princess Carmeana from kidnappers. The game is not focused on violence or graphics, but rather on witty, razor-sharp satire and lighthearted fun.
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Reviews
- The game is a unique and hilarious parody that successfully combines absurd humor with engaging gameplay, making it a memorable experience.
- It features a sprawling open world filled with clever puzzles, witty writing, and a variety of entertaining quests that keep players engaged.
- Despite its janky appearance, the game has a lot of heart and creativity, appealing to fans of quirky, offbeat humor and indie games.
- The game can feel incomplete or confusing at times, with some players experiencing bugs and unclear objectives that hinder progress.
- The voice acting quality is inconsistent, and there are no options to turn it off, which can detract from the overall experience.
- While the humor is often praised, some jokes may not land for everyone, leading to mixed feelings about the game's comedic approach.
- humor34 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, characterized by a mix of clever writing, self-referential jokes, and satirical commentary that may not appeal to everyone. Players appreciate the smart, often absurd humor that enhances the gameplay experience, though some find it challenging to distinguish between genuine jokes and commentary on the game's flaws. Overall, the humor is well-paced and integrated into the narrative, making it a significant draw for those who enjoy irreverent and genre-twisting comedy.
“What starts as what feels like a 10-minute long parody game branches out into a sprawling quest filled with hilarious jokes and genre-twisting comedy.”
“The over-the-top satirical humor might not be for everyone, but if you enjoy jokes that make you wanna groan and can handle excessive 4th wall breaking then this game is definitely worth checking out!”
“Very funny, well paced, interesting and genuinely fun to play with interesting features and mechanics, great quests, fantastic hilarious characters and plots, all wrapped up in a 10/10 game, I wouldn't hesitate recommending it to anyone.”
- story12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story begins as a brief parody but evolves into an expansive quest filled with humor and genre-bending elements, showcasing a unique approach to RPG design. While it features a convoluted narrative that some may find frustrating, the engaging puzzles and clever boss battles provide a satisfying gameplay experience. Overall, the story is a blend of comedy and challenge, hinting at potential future content that could enhance its already intriguing narrative.
“What starts as what feels like a 10-minute long parody game branches out into a sprawling quest filled with hilarious jokes and genre-twisting comedy.”
“To progress through the main plot, you have to solve 'escape room-like' puzzles, complete stealthy missions, and overcome clever boss battles, all of which are challenging and leave you with a sense of satisfaction.”
“It's funny and impressive in its extraordinarily jank way, but it is a shaggy dog story on a level never seen before and nearly impossible to not feel buyer's remorse over.”
“Ie: just because it's a bundle of gags doesn't mean the story shouldn't care.”
“The game itself is a parody/meta/Zelda-like/purposely jank RPG adventure game that challenges the normalcy of game and quest design within the genre.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "The Ditty of Carmeana" is praised for its humor and engaging puzzles, reminiscent of late 2000s flash games and MMOs. Players appreciate the well-paced mechanics, entertaining quests, and memorable characters, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience that many reviewers highly recommend.
“Unlike the asset flips that this game parodies, The Ditty of Carmeana actually offers some funny jokes and puzzling gameplay.”
“Very funny, well-paced, interesting, and genuinely fun to play with unique features and mechanics, great quests, fantastic hilarious characters and plots, all wrapped up in a 10/10 game. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone.”
“The graphics and janky gameplay only enhance the experience, and bring back fond memories of late 2000s flash games and MMOs.”
“The graphics and janky gameplay only enhance the experience, and bring back fond memories of late 2000s flash games and MMOs.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is generally well-optimized, running smoothly on low-end PCs with minimal crashes and only occasional bugs. Players report a fun experience with its open world, combat, and various gameplay elements, indicating that performance issues are rare and do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment.
“It's perfectly playable (or at least for what it attempts to do anyways) with an explorable open world sprinkled with secrets throughout, simplistic yet functioning combat, mostly light puzzle solving, boss fights and dungeons, a small selection of minigames, an actual working credit system (yes, there are credit cards), and different items to equip along your journey. Aside from the occasional bug, the game runs smoothly on even the most potato PCs and doesn't crash, or at least not often.”
“I had a fun time playing through and I personally didn’t run into any issues with the game’s performance.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are intentionally crude and reminiscent of late 2000s flash games and MMOs, which many users feel enhances the overall experience rather than detracts from it. The janky gameplay complements this aesthetic, evoking a sense of nostalgia.
“The graphics and janky gameplay only enhance the experience, bringing back fond memories of late 2000s flash games and MMOs.”
“The graphics and janky gameplay only enhance the experience, bringing back fond memories of late 2000s flash games and MMOs.”
“The graphics and janky gameplay only enhance the experience, and bring back fond memories of late 2000s flash games and MMOs.”
“Whatever crude graphics or models, it doesn't matter.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game provides a fun experience that lasts around four hours, but it lacks significant replayability, making it a relatively short playthrough without much incentive to revisit.
