The Perfectionist

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The Perfectionist is a single player survival role playing game. It was developed by GreenMoonGames and was released on January 11, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Locked away in a top-secret research facility, Dillan must find a way to escape from the twisted Professor Phillips' experiments. Sneak past guards, battle robots, and endure diabolical hazards in order to survive. Can you escape?

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

story14 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features an intriguing storyline with well-developed characters and engaging gameplay that keeps players invested.
It offers a variety of puzzles and mini-games that challenge players and enhance the overall experience.
As a free game, it provides significant value with its length and depth, making it a great choice for fans of RPGs and puzzle games.

The game suffers from bugs and freezing issues that can disrupt gameplay and lead to lost progress.
Some mini-games, particularly the hacking sequences, can be frustrating and may require players to repeat sections multiple times.
The pacing can feel slow at times, and certain plot points or mechanics may be predictable or tedious.

story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
26%
13%
The story is widely praised for its depth, intriguing plot twists, and memorable characters, with many reviewers noting the effective social commentary and the impact of player choices on the narrative. Players appreciate the well-crafted backstories of characters and the rewarding exploration, which enhances the overall experience. Despite some pacing issues and minor gameplay frustrations, the narrative is considered a standout feature, making the game engaging and enjoyable.
- “The story was great (with a lot of social commentary), and the characters were memorable.”
- “Each new character has their own little backstory, and they all add a bit of depth to the overall experience.”
- “The plot is creative and well thought out and not much to really complain about.”
- “The order in which objectives are gained compared to when you can achieve them can feel very slow at times.”
- “Although the side mission is quite simplistic in its gameplay, it's still a nice addition and reveals a bit more of the ending.”
- “I am hoping for a sequel, though I have not finished the bonus part yet, so I don't know if all plot points were resolved or if a sequel is really needed.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of simple mechanics and engaging exploration, primarily set in a secret lab environment. Players appreciate the balance between combat and resource management, though some desire additional character slots in their active party. Overall, the gameplay evolves from a straightforward hidden object style to a more intense experience, reminiscent of classic Game Boy titles.
- “Gameplay feels very balanced, with the expense of items to money gained in battle, growth of stats to unlocking areas, etc. (I do wish your active party could hold one more character though).”
- “The gameplay is pretty simple; the bulk of the game is spent sneaking around a secret lab that experiments on 'criminals'.”
- “Out-of-combat gameplay involves a lot of exploration in a way that gets me excited every time I get past a roadblock.”
- “The story and gameplay just remind me so much of the Game Boy games I used to play when I was little.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as a mix of frustration and enjoyment, featuring amusing dialogue that adds to the overall experience.
- “Frustrating but fun, with some funny dialogue.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on, making even the toughest challenges enjoyable.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty one-liners and clever puns throughout the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences occasional freezes and crashes, which can be frustrating, especially due to restrictive save points that hinder progress during challenging sections.
- “The game freezes and crashes sometimes; the saving ban in certain areas is really annoying, especially if you're struggling with a particular section.”
- “The frequent crashes make it difficult to enjoy the game, and the limited save options add to the frustration.”
- “I often experience stability issues, with the game freezing at critical moments, which disrupts the overall experience.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The graphics are generally praised for their high quality, featuring impressive artwork across various elements such as overworld and battle sprites, as well as detailed backgrounds. However, there are concerns about potential plagiarism and the use of third-party plugins, with some NPC portraits appearing somewhat generic.
- “The artwork is great, from overworld sprites to battle sprites to portraits. Some NPC portraits feel a bit procedurally generated, but they're very minor. The backgrounds are also very detailed.”
- “The graphics look like they were probably stolen, using plugins made by other people.”
- “The visual quality is disappointing and feels outdated.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack detail.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally considered decent, providing a satisfactory auditory experience without standing out significantly.
- “The music is decent.”