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The Love Boat

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57%Game Brain Score
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88% User Score Based on 16 reviews

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The Love Boat is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by GameHouse and was released on December 1, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

"The Love Boat" is a time management game based on the classic TV show, allowing players to join the crew for another cruise on the Pacific. The game features 60 levels, 30 extra challenges, and highlights romantic and comedic storylines. Relive the magic of the 70s and 80s while assisting your favorite characters in this journey down memory lane.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews
story6 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a funny and engaging story with adorable characters, making it enjoyable and entertaining.
  • The gameplay is relaxing and easy to master, with a variety of settings and challenges that keep it interesting.
  • Players appreciate the beautiful graphics, smooth animations, and the ability to adjust music and difficulty settings.
  • Some players find the humor and plot to be outdated and not very funny, with certain jokes falling flat.
  • The gameplay can become frustrating due to poorly designed levels that require unnecessary backtracking and unclear mechanics.
  • Certain achievements and challenges are considered overly difficult, which may detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • story
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally well-received, featuring a cute and engaging narrative that combines humor, romance, and drama, particularly highlighting the bond between characters Emily and Angela. While some players find the jokes lacking and the plot underwhelming compared to other titles, many appreciate the charming characters and the nostalgic connection to the original TV show. Overall, the story keeps players invested and eager to continue playing.

    • “The story is funny and makes you want to keep playing to find out more.”
    • “Love how Emily and Angela are also part of the story, bonding as sisters and all the drama that goes with it.”
    • “There is an interesting story that combines humor and romance, as well as a bit of drama.”
    • “The jokes are terrible and the plot is dreadful.”
    • “Gamehouse has plenty of similar games with better storylines, better humor, better gameplay.”
    • “While I am not too familiar with the TV show, I will rate the game based on its own features and not how close it is to the original story.”
  • humor
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and reminiscent of 90's and 2000's comedies, while others feel it leans towards childishness and lacks consistency. While certain elements, like the character "catching Ron," are highlighted as hilarious, some players were put off by exaggerated laughter during cutscenes, although this can be turned off. Overall, the humor is intertwined with an engaging story, appealing to those who appreciate a blend of comedy, romance, and drama.

    • “I love playing this game; it's funny and has a lovely story.”
    • “Catching Ron was a hilarious add-on as well!”
    • “The story is funny and makes you want to keep playing to find out more.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it relaxing and enjoyable, although some noted an annoying theme song. Players appreciate the option to adjust the volume or turn off the music entirely, allowing for a customizable experience that complements the game's cute story and engaging graphics. Overall, the music enhances the gameplay without being distracting.

    • “The story is cute and the music is relaxing.”
    • “I like that you can turn the music off and adjust the volume of sounds.”
    • “Other music parts were also good and did not distract me from the game itself.”
    • “Apart from the annoying theme song of the love boat, I still enjoyed playing on a cruise ship.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is criticized for lacking clear explanations of its mechanics, such as picking up items that blend into the background, which detracts from the overall experience. While it features standard time management elements and some story cutscenes, users feel that similar games from Gamehouse offer superior storytelling, humor, and gameplay quality.

    • “Gameplay elements that are never explained (pick up items that look like background elements for bonus points, for instance).”
    • “Gamehouse has plenty of similar games with better storylines, better humor, better gameplay.”
    • “Along the common time management gameplay, you will also see some cutscenes from the story.”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are widely praised for their amazing quality, artistic style, and smooth animations, with users reporting no issues or complaints regarding this aspect.

    • “The graphics are amazing.”
    • “Music, graphics, and animations are also really good.”
    • “They are well-crafted with a nice art style.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by the inclusion of the opening track from the TV show, creating a seamless and immersive experience that resonates well with fans.

    • “The opening track was taken right from the TV show, so it perfectly complemented the entire atmosphere.”
    • “The game's environment is so immersive that I felt like I was part of the world.”
    • “The haunting sound design and stunning visuals create an atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game's strong replayability, indicating that it offers enough variety and engaging content to encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “It's a great game, and clearly has a lot of replayability.”
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The Love Boat is a casual simulation game.

The Love Boat is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

The Love Boat was released on December 1, 2017.

The Love Boat was developed by GameHouse.

The Love Boat has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

The Love Boat is a single player game.

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