The Narrator Is a DICK
- June 14, 2016
- Adam DeLease
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamIn this narrated platformer there's one man who's always out to get you... The Narrator. He's a real jerk, but with determination and a lot of skill MAYBE you can make it through this crazy adventure.
Reviews
- The game features a humorous and engaging narrator that adds a comedic element to the challenging gameplay.
- It offers a fun and rage-inducing experience reminiscent of classic platformers, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- The pixel art style is charming, and the game successfully combines absurdity with humor, leading to memorable moments.
- The gameplay can be frustrating due to inconsistent controls and hit detection, leading to frequent and often unfair deaths.
- The narrator's comments, while initially funny, become repetitive and irritating over time, detracting from the overall experience.
- The game suffers from technical issues, such as bugs and resolution problems, which can hinder gameplay and enjoyment.
- humor24 mentions
- 96 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of witty narration and comedic commentary, which many players find entertaining, especially during challenging gameplay. However, the humor tends to become repetitive and can overstay its welcome, leading to frustration rather than laughter for some. Overall, while the game has its funny moments, the effectiveness of the humor varies, with some players appreciating it and others finding it annoying.
“It gets pretty difficult pretty fast, but the narrative humor keeps it going.”
“Generic platformer but very funny commentary.”
“It's platform hell with a serious sense of humor.”
“The comedy is not funny, the challenge is not clever, and the narration is not interesting.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "The narrator is a dick" is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying its challenging and humorous elements, while others criticize it for being glitchy, inconsistent, and lacking depth. Although the game features creative level design and moments of fun, many reviewers found the overall experience marred by significant gameplay issues and a lack of meaningful interaction.
“The comedy and gameplay catered to me perfectly.”
“Gameplay is fantastic.”
“The game is what I expected, gameplay-wise, from the reviews/videos available.”
“It's very clear the creator put some love into this game, but it suffers from some major gameplay issues.”
“I just actively can't recommend this game because the gameplay is glitchy, the narrator isn't just a jerk, he's downright offensive sometimes, and the controls aren't consistent.”
“There's no real interaction with the gameplay.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as clever yet somewhat trolling, with a similarity to the soundtracks of Hercules puzzle games. While there is a volume slider for customization, overall impressions of the music are mixed, with some users finding it underwhelming.
“The music is clever and engaging, enhancing the experience as you traverse through time.”
“There is a music volume slider available, allowing for customizable audio settings.”
“The music is very similar to that of the Hercules puzzle games, creating a nostalgic atmosphere.”
“The music is trolling but clever, scrolling in your mind as you traverse time with a spoon.”
“The music is very similar to the Hercules puzzle games.”
“Meh music.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by clean and crisp retro pixel art, reminiscent of classic platformers like Super Mario World. While generally well-received, some users have experienced issues with resolution settings, requiring them to play in windowed mode to avoid zoomed graphics.
“The graphics are reminiscent of classic platformers like Super Mario World, featuring clean and crisp pixel art.”
“First off, the graphics are pretty good, considering the style they aim for.”
“The retro graphics add a nostalgic charm to the overall experience.”
“The graphics are reminiscent of classic platformers like Super Mario World, so they feature clean and crisp pixel art.”
“Not sure if it's just me, but I've had an issue setting the resolution and had to run it in windowed mode, or the graphics are zoomed.”
“Retro graphics.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, particularly criticizing the lack of checkpoints after objectives and the monotonous nature of the boss battles, which are described as some of the most boring in adventure gaming history.
“I'd be okay with this if there were a checkpoint after each tedious objective, but there is not.”
“About the boss battles (especially the last one): they're the most tedious and boring boss battles in adventure video game history.”
“It's tedious and adds insult to injury.”
- story2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is noted for its engaging narrative, though players express concerns about save management, particularly in challenge modes potentially overwriting progress in story mode. Additionally, the humor and tone of the narration have been compared to titles like "DLC Quest" and "The Stanley Parable," highlighting a playful yet sardonic approach.
“The intertwining narratives kept me engaged from start to finish, making every choice feel impactful.”
“The character development is exceptional, with each character having their own unique backstory that adds depth to the overall plot.”
“The story's twists and turns were unpredictable, leaving me eager to see what would happen next.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any real emotional connection.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or depth.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a wholesome experience, enhanced by a narrator whose loving and uplifting support fosters a strong emotional connection and overall positivity throughout the gameplay.
“This game is wholesome fun, and the narrator brings it all together with his loving and uplifting support for the player.”
“The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; it truly resonated with my own experiences.”
“I felt a strong connection to the characters, and their struggles mirrored my own, making the journey incredibly impactful.”
