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The Filmmaker - A Text Adventure

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66%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
stability, gameplay
91% User Score Based on 23 reviews

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The Filmmaker - A Text Adventure is a single player action game. It was developed by Storycentric Worlds and was released on March 7, 2017. It received very positive reviews from players.

Explore an abandoned movie theater and step inside five black-and-white films in this mystery text adventure that pays tribute to classic Hollywood B-Movies and combines the best elements of interactive fiction, visual novels, and gamebooks.

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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
story13 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a compelling and well-written story that keeps players engaged throughout.
  • Puzzles are interesting and provide a good level of challenge without being overly frustrating.
  • The artwork and atmosphere are well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
  • There are frequent glitches and bugs that disrupt gameplay, making it frustrating at times.
  • Some puzzles can be illogical or require excessive backtracking, which can lead to tedious gameplay.
  • The interface can be clunky, and certain interaction options may not work as intended, causing confusion.
  • story
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally well-received, featuring a compelling narrative that blends elements of horror and exploration within a movie theater setting. While some players found it predictable or slow at times, many praised the writing, character development, and engaging puzzles, with particular appreciation for the unique protagonist and atmospheric storytelling. Overall, it offers a rich, immersive experience for fans of story-driven games, despite some critiques regarding pacing and predictability.

    • “You play a movie fan invited to a premiere and bad spooky stuff ensues; the plot was good enough to keep me interested.”
    • “The writing is well done and the story compelling.”
    • “The story will unfold slowly for you as you explore the theater and learn more about the murders and the employees.”
    • “The filmmaker has a decent amount of atmosphere and a mildly involving story, though it does get a bit exhausting and long-winded towards the end.”
    • “Villain is, in my opinion, the best so far in the game series (because the story, even if it tries to be, isn't scary at all or even remotely disturbing as Shady Brook, and the feeling at the end is that of a B-movie villain).”
    • “First act of the story started a bit slow, but the second act was the best as you learned more and more about things that happened in the theater.”
  • atmosphere
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its fitting music and retro aesthetic, effectively capturing the charm of small movie theaters and the cult of b-movies. While the story is mildly engaging, some players find it becomes exhausting towards the end. Overall, the combination of good music, character design, and a nostalgic vibe contributes to a compelling atmosphere.

    • “I appreciated the fact the author gives us a taste of the past and loved the retro age atmosphere.”
    • “The music fits each area and gives it the right atmosphere; the art of the game is okay, and I liked Brianna and her father's character design.”
    • “The filmmaker has a decent amount of atmosphere and a mildly involving story, though it does get a bit exhausting and long-winded towards the end.”
    • “All in all, the game captures the atmosphere and allure of small movie theatres and the cult around B-movies very well.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are praised for their quality, especially given its text-based nature, featuring well-designed static artwork and character designs, particularly for Brianna and her father. The visuals, combined with an engaging interface and music, enhance the overall experience, making it a standout aspect of the game.

    • “The artwork is very well done and the music really adds to the whole experience.”
    • “+ Nice artwork, good character design, especially Brianna and her father.”
    • “The game has good graphics considering it's a text game.”
    • “It uses static artwork for locations and events that arise from interaction selections.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for enhancing the atmosphere and fitting well with each area, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some users noted that the game only plays one audio track at a time, which can disrupt the music during gameplay events. Overall, the combination of music and artwork is well-received, with many players expressing their enjoyment of both elements.

    • “The music fits each area and gives it the right atmosphere; the art of the game is okay, I liked Brianna and her father's character design.”
    • “The artwork is very well done, and the music really adds to the whole experience.”
    • “I'm also a big fan of the music and artwork.”
    • “The game sounded like it could only play one audio track at a time, so goals and achievements interrupted the music and background noise.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report significant stability issues, citing frequent glitches that detract from the overall gaming experience and discourage continued play.

    • “I'm not going to continue to play a game that constantly glitches like that.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy.”
    • “I experienced multiple bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highlighted through the well-designed characters, particularly Brianna and her father, which contribute to the overall atmosphere enhanced by the fitting music. While the art is considered average, the character designs stand out positively.

    • “The character development in this game is exceptional, especially with Brianna and her father's design, which adds depth to their personalities.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
    • “The way the game explores the backstories of each character really enhances the overall experience and makes you care about their fates.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay focuses primarily on puzzles rather than exploration, characteristic of a text adventure format. Players engage in a slower-paced experience, gathering clues to unravel the story, which ultimately leads to a satisfying revelation.

    • “About gameplay: this game focuses more on puzzles than exploration.”
    • “Being a text adventure, the gameplay is a bit slow as you must gather clues and piece together what has happened in the past - but eventually, all will be revealed.”
    • “The gameplay is less focused on exploration and more on puzzles.”
    • “Being a text adventure, the gameplay is a bit slow as you must gather clues and piece together what has happened in the past - but eventually all will be revealed.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when faced with challenges like sourcing essential resources, such as water for the toilet, which can lead to frustration and a lack of engagement.

    • “This became tedious quickly when I could not find a way to get water to the toilet.”
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The Filmmaker - A Text Adventure is a action game.

The Filmmaker - A Text Adventure is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing The Filmmaker - A Text Adventure.

The Filmmaker - A Text Adventure was released on March 7, 2017.

The Filmmaker - A Text Adventure was developed by Storycentric Worlds.

The Filmmaker - A Text Adventure has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

The Filmmaker - A Text Adventure is a single player game.

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