The Matriarch
- September 26, 2022
- Chewa
Get on SteamIn "The Matriarch," players participate in a tense game of hide and seek, where everyone is an imposter and the Matriarch seeks to sacrifice sinners. Players can emulate bots to avoid detection and dig to find underground paths to the exit. The Matriarch's goal is to identify and sacrifice all sinners, while other players must avoid detection and escape.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fun and chaotic when played with friends, providing a unique social experience.
- The art style and concept are appealing, making it enjoyable to play despite its flaws.
- The game has potential for improvement and updates, which could enhance the overall experience.
- There is a severe lack of players, making it difficult to find public lobbies or games to join.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and shallow, with limited mechanics and tasks for players.
- The Matriarch character is often overpowered, making it too easy for them to win against the Sinners.
- gameplay23 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its simplicity and humor, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Many users express a desire for more mechanics and variety to enhance the overall experience, suggesting that the current gameplay loop feels shallow and could benefit from additional content. Overall, while the game shows potential, it currently struggles to maintain player engagement.
“Pretty good game like Among Us (but this is better) and the gameplay actually makes sense overall 9/10.”
“The matriarch's gameplay mechanics are designed to generate humorous situations.”
“Too bad the game isn't famous yet but great gameplay and very fun.”
“Very boring gameplay.”
“I feel like the gameplay loop lacks in variety and you end up almost doing the same stuff again and again.”
“The gameplay loop is rather boring, and actual gameplay is rather skin deep.”
- humor13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "The Matriarch" is described as side-splittingly hilarious, particularly when played with friends, as it combines slapstick comedy and mischievous gameplay that leads to absurdly funny situations. Players enjoy the game's ability to generate laughter through creative pranks and chaotic interactions with archaeologists, making it a riotous comedic adventure that guarantees joy and mirth. While the humor shines brightest in multiplayer settings, the unique character designs and amusing mechanics contribute to an overall entertaining experience.
“The matriarch, developed by Tombstone Games, is a side-splittingly hilarious game that combines mummy mayhem, slapstick comedy, and a whole lot of maternal mischief.”
“If you've ever wanted to step into the wrappings of an ancient mummy with a mischievous sense of humor, wreak havoc on unsuspecting archaeologists, and laugh your way through an absurdly funny adventure, then prepare to embark on a riotous journey that will leave you in stitches!”
“If you're looking for a game that will tickle your funny bone, encourage mischief, and provide endless moments of mirth and madness, The Matriarch is the ultimate comedic adventure that guarantees laughter and mummy mischief at every turn.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a colorful and cartoonish art style that many players find charming and fitting for its comedic elements. While some appreciate the visuals, others feel they lack depth and compare them unfavorably to other titles, suggesting a lightweight graphical experience that may not sustain long-term interest. Overall, the art style receives mixed reviews, with a general consensus on its whimsical appeal.
“The game's charming visuals and whimsical soundtrack add to the comedic appeal.”
“The colorful and cartoonish art style perfectly complements the hilarity of the mummy's antics.”
“I also enjoy the art style that this game has.”
“Ehhhhhhh, not my aesthetic, I've decided.”
“Quite literally discount Among Us with worse graphics.”
“Graphics-”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with multiple users reporting it as excessively buggy to the point of being unplayable. While the concept shows potential, the bugs and imbalances detract from the overall experience. Additionally, communication features are also noted to be unreliable, further impacting gameplay.
“The game is also extremely buggy.”
“Very fun game, however it is so buggy to the point of being unplayable.”
“Could be a good concept, but for me it's unbalanced, buggy, and too small.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's whimsical soundtrack enhances its comedic charm and lighthearted atmosphere, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some players find the music lacking in intensity and variety, with criticisms of bland background art and insufficient gameplay elements. Overall, while the music adds to the fun, it could benefit from more engaging compositions and a richer auditory experience.
“The game's charming visuals and whimsical soundtrack add to the comedic appeal.”
“And with a whimsical soundtrack accompanying your mischievous exploits, the game creates an atmosphere that encourages laughter and lighthearted fun.”
“The gameplay loop is more than barebones, no music and very little to do.”
“The background art and music is bland, and it's hard to get a full lobby going.”
“I think it could use bigger maps and more intense music/ambiance.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a whimsical and comedic tone, featuring a clumsy yet endearing mummy and a playful soundtrack that enhances the lighthearted experience. This combination of slapstick humor and mischievous antics creates an engaging environment that encourages laughter and fun.
“But rather than opting for a serious and spooky atmosphere, the game embraces its comedic nature, turning the mummy into a comically clumsy yet endearing character.”
“And with a whimsical soundtrack accompanying your mischievous exploits, the game creates an atmosphere that encourages laughter and lighthearted fun.”
“With its mummy mayhem, slapstick comedy, and a whimsical atmosphere, it offers an unforgettable and laughter-filled experience.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious, particularly in the underground sections where digging through numerous tiles can feel repetitive and aimless. While the code system adds an element of fun, the lack of clear hints for locating pillars contributes to the grindy experience.
“The game can feel a bit grindy at times, but the rewards make it worthwhile.”
“Grinding is a necessary part of the experience, and it adds depth to character progression.”
“While there are moments of grinding, they are balanced by engaging gameplay and rewarding loot.”
“The underground feels a bit tedious, but the code system is fun. The actual digging involves so many tiles, and I don't know where to find the pillars. I'm just digging semi-randomly without any hints about where the pillars might be. Maybe they gather around the exit or close to it?”
“It can be a bit grindy sometimes.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and enjoyable, but players feel that deviating from the main quests highlights a moral judgment within the game, suggesting a dichotomy between player choices and character alignment.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express dissatisfaction with the monetization strategy, particularly criticizing the ads on platforms like TikTok as being inappropriate or misleading.
“The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“I find the constant push for in-game purchases frustrating and it ruins the immersion.”
“The ads are intrusive and disrupt the flow of gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Despite its limited content, the game offers significant replayability, and players appreciate the developers' enthusiasm for ongoing improvements and future updates.
“Even with the limited content, there is a lot of replayability, and I can tell the developers are excited to continue working on it to iron out any kinks it may have.”
“The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique, encouraging me to dive back in and explore different paths.”
“I love how the game changes with each playthrough, keeping things fresh and exciting every time I start a new game.”
“With even the very limited content, there is a lot of replayability, and I can tell the devs are excited to continue working on it to iron out any kinks it may have.”
