The Perfectionist
- January 11, 2019
- GreenMoonGames
- 12h median play time
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Reviews
- The game features a captivating story with well-developed characters and intriguing puzzles that keep players engaged.
- It's a free-to-play game that offers a surprising amount of content and depth, making it a great value for players.
- The gameplay combines stealth, exploration, and turn-based combat in a balanced manner, providing a fun experience overall.
- Players have reported frustrating bugs, including game freezes and issues with saving progress, which can lead to lost gameplay.
- Certain mini-games, like the hacking 'Pac-man' challenge, are disliked by some players, leading to a loss of enjoyment.
- The game can be cryptic at times, with some players feeling stuck due to unclear objectives or difficult puzzles.
- story22 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story is highly praised for its depth, memorable characters, and social commentary, with players noting that choices significantly impact the narrative. Many appreciate the intricate backstories of characters and the engaging plot twists, while some mention pacing issues and backtracking. Overall, the narrative is considered a standout feature, enhancing the gameplay experience and leaving players eager for a potential sequel.
“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.”
“Intriguing storyline, a familiar base story with some neat twists and branches.”
“The order in which objectives are gained compared to when you can achieve them can feel very slow at times.”
“If you've done most of the side quests and rescued all the party members, you get an S+ rank, and that unlocks a little side mission for one of the characters at the very end.”
“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.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of simple sneaking mechanics and exploration within a secret lab, offering a balanced experience between combat and item management. Players appreciate the transition from a hidden object style to more intense gameplay, with side missions adding depth to the story. Overall, the gameplay evokes nostalgia while maintaining engaging mechanics.
“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.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their high quality, featuring impressive artwork across various elements such as overworld sprites, battle sprites, and detailed backgrounds. However, some users express concerns about potential plagiarism and the quality of certain NPC portraits, which may appear somewhat procedurally generated.
“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.”
“Plus, there were probably stolen graphics and plugins made by other people.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack any real detail.”
“The character models are poorly designed and feel lifeless.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 hilarious situations!”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered decent, providing a satisfactory auditory experience without standing out significantly.
“The music is decent.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game experiences occasional freezes and crashes, which can disrupt gameplay. Additionally, the restrictive saving system in certain areas can be frustrating, especially when players encounter difficulties.
“The game freezes and crashes sometimes, and the save ban in certain areas is really annoying, especially if you're struggling with a particular section.”
“I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it frustrating to progress.”
“The stability issues are a major drawback; the game often lags and sometimes completely shuts down.”
