The Otterman Empire
- July 2, 2020
- Tri-Heart Interactive
You must gear up, strap on your jetpack and travel across the galaxy in havoc causing, party game mayhem! With rapidly changing game modes, 8 customisable characters and game changing hazards, no round of The Otterman Empire will ever be the same!
Reviews
- The game features a charming cartoon art style and unique character designs that enhance the overall experience.
- Gameplay is simple to learn, making it a great choice for quick party sessions with friends, especially in multiplayer modes.
- The developers show a lot of care in the game's design, with enjoyable soundtracks, character abilities, and a progression system that keeps players engaged.
- The controls are choppy and frustrating, making it difficult to aim and navigate, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
- There is a lack of proper online multiplayer support and clear explanations for game modes, leading to confusion and frustration.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with the tutorial and minor crashes, which hinder enjoyment.
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with an impressive soundtrack that features unique themes for each character and world, enhancing the overall experience. The sound effects are subtle and well-suited, reflecting the developers' attention to detail in creating an immersive atmosphere.
“The sound is good too; the sound effects are subtle and appropriate, and the soundtrack fits in nicely.”
“The developers put a lot of care into the game, and it shows in the characters, level designs, sound, and music, even in the menus.”
“The soundtrack of this game is amazing; each world has a specific theme for a specific character.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by unique character abilities that enhance variety and keep the experience engaging, with standout moves like Noah's fish bombardment adding a fun twist. However, some users have expressed concerns about the controls, indicating that they may detract from the overall experience.
“Each character has their own abilities and attacks to keep gameplay feeling fresh. Some abilities are really cool, like Noah, who bombards a target area with fish.”
“The real issue started for me with the gameplay and controls themselves.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are visually appealing, featuring vibrant toon-style visuals and a variety of unique characters, including the standout otter "Lyra." However, some users have noted that the visuals may require an epilepsy warning due to their intensity.
“And as a last point: I do like toon graphics and I'm very much into games like Battlefield Heroes and Awesomenauts, yet this game here needs an epilepsy warning.”
“The visuals are pleasing to look at with several cool locations and a selection of quirky and unique characters (including a few non-otters) to pick from, my favorite being the otter 'Lyra'.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report experiencing a few minor glitches, but nothing significant that detracts from gameplay, suggesting that stability is generally solid and could be improved with minor updates.
“I did experience a couple of glitches, but nothing major. I now have a newfound hatred for the stun turrets!”
“A few minor glitches, but nothing a small update can't fix.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's story features a well-paced progression of difficulty, typical of story modes, complemented by engaging cutscenes that introduce characters and their unique backgrounds, enriching the overall narrative experience.
“The game features a progression of difficulty over time, which is expected in most story modes.”
“The cutscenes introduce characters effectively, showcasing their backgrounds and helping to reveal each individual's unique backstory.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone in the game.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is criticized for its lack of immersion, particularly due to ineffective cinematic sequences that fail to engage players or enhance the overall experience.
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character design in the game, highlighting it as a strong point that contributes positively to the overall character development experience.
“For starters, I really liked the character design of the game.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The monetization model is well-received, as players can unlock various character gear through gameplay without any reliance on microtransactions, enhancing the overall enjoyment and motivation to continue playing.
“Decorating your character with different gear was fun. I quickly unlocked a few items in the campaign, which encouraged me to keep playing to unlock more. It's all unlocked through playing, with no microtransactions or anything at all, which is great!”