The Quarter Game

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The Quarter Game is a single player arcade hack and slash game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Flying Pudding Studios and was released on December 8, 2017. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Fight your way to become the CEO of a company in this top down hack and slash game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

music5 positive mentions

The game features cute art and an amazing soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is easy to understand and offers a fun, fast-paced experience with good replay value.
The humor in the story and the variety of enemies add to the enjoyment, making it a light-hearted and entertaining game.

The game is very short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and could benefit from more content.
Combat mechanics can be inconsistent, particularly with enemy attack telegraphs, which may frustrate players.
The story feels rushed and underdeveloped, with most plot points occurring in the final cutscenes, leading to a lack of immersion.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mix of humor and emotional depth, starting with a quirky tone that shifts to a more serious narrative towards the end. However, many players feel that the plot lacks sufficient build-up and progression, culminating in a rushed conclusion that diminishes immersion and depth. Overall, while the developers seem invested in the story, the execution leaves it feeling generic and underdeveloped.
- “The story is beyond anything I've ever seen; it's emotional, it's powerful, and it's so elaborate.”
- “The game starts off looking like it's going to build a quirky, surreal story but towards the end the story becomes relatively serious, and the game actually develops a plot even though there was barely any build-up or progression to it.”
- “And in general, the game could have been much more interesting if it was actually developed at length with fully fleshed-out environments and a story arc.”
- “The game starts off looking like it's going to build a quirky, surreal story but towards the end the story becomes relatively serious, and the game actually develops a plot even though there was barely any build up or progression to it.”
- “So most of the actual plot happens in the last two cutscenes, which generates no sense of immersion or comprehension for the story since it just all happens at once.”
- “However, the poor pacing and lack of genuine depth to the story is unfortunate.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
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The music in the game is consistently praised as outstanding and catchy, enhancing the overall experience and contributing to its replay value. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, often considering it the best aspect of the game, alongside its engaging gameplay and appealing graphics.
- “The music was pretty awesome, the graphics were nicely detailed, and the gameplay was interesting.”
- “The game is very short but has a great replay value because of its addicting gameplay and, in my opinion, because of its awesome music.”
- “My favorite part of this game is the music, which is genuinely amazing, and the fast-paced gameplay.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the gameplay is described as interesting and addictive, with fast-paced mechanics that enhance replay value. While some users note the game is short, they appreciate the engaging experience it offers, especially for its low price. Additional bosses could elevate the gameplay further, but it remains a highlight for many players.
- “The gameplay is incredible though; it could easily be a great game with just more bosses.”
- “The game is very short but has great replay value because of its addictive gameplay and, in my opinion, its awesome music.”
- “My favorite part of this game is the music, which is genuinely amazing, and the fast-paced gameplay.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the controls to be unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The mechanics are clunky and often lead to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their detailed and charming design, with a nostalgic touch from old-timey four-color visuals that add a refreshing element to the overall experience.
- “The graphics were nicely detailed, and the gameplay was interesting.”
- “The old-timey four-color graphics are refreshing every once in a while.”
- “The graphics are charming, in their own special way.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted as a strong point, with users appreciating the funny dialogue and story elements, despite some discrepancies in the overall narrative. The comedic aspects contribute positively to the gaming experience, making it enjoyable for players.
- “Great game, controls are pretty easy to understand and the story is funny.”
- “The dialogue is still funny, at least.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the emotional aspect of the game is profoundly impactful, with a powerful and intricate story that resonates deeply. Additionally, the gameplay mechanics, such as parrying, evoke a sense of empowerment and exhilaration, enhancing the overall emotional experience.
- “The story is beyond anything I've ever seen; it's emotional, it's powerful, and it's so elaborate.”
- “Every single parry made me feel like a god.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability despite its short length, thanks to its addictive gameplay and impressive music, which encourage players to return for more.
- “The game is very short but has great replay value due to its addictive gameplay and, in my opinion, its awesome music.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in for more.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back to explore different paths.”