The Secret Monster Society

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The Secret Monster Society is a single player action game. It was developed by Deceptive Games Ltd. and was released on July 28, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Have you ever wondered where you dreams come from?" The Secret Monster Society is a comedy adventure game in the vain of 'Monkey Island' and 'Day of the Tentacle'. Play as Blithe Dalrich, a dream monster of the ‘Underworld’, who with the help of his best friend Aphonic, embarks on an epic adventure to sunny Caribbean islands, creepy cursed forests, and snow covered mountains, all in …

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Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

humor6 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a creative universe with charming characters and a colorful, hand-drawn art style that appeals to all ages.
Intuitive gameplay and silly, funny dialogues make it enjoyable for both children and adults, with moral lessons woven into the story.
The soundtrack complements the game well, enhancing the overall experience and nostalgia for classic point-and-click adventures.

The game feels abandoned, with only two of the promised four chapters released and no communication from the developers for an extended period.
Many players found the puzzles to be too easy and the game overall too short, leading to disappointment regarding its value.
Technical issues such as bugs, long load times, and unclear puzzles detract from the experience, making it frustrating for some players.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
17%
The story is described as interesting and involving time travel, but it suffers from a lack of resolution due to the game's abandonment by developers. While the narrative features charming characters and intriguing world-building, it is criticized for being somewhat childish and lacking emotional depth, leaving the main character feeling disconnected from the stakes of the plot. Overall, the game appeals to those who appreciate a light-hearted, whimsical story but may disappoint players seeking a more mature narrative experience.
- “Interesting story involving time traveling.”
- “Positives: charming characters, cute art style, intriguing world-building lore and environmental storytelling, and a wit that can be appreciated at a decently high reading level.”
- “It really saddens me to give the Secret Monster Society a negative review, because I liked its originality and cartoon style and would love to play the two last chapters to see how the story comes to an end.”
- “Abandoned right in the middle of the story and no news from the devs.”
- “Not for people looking for a mature point-and-click story development and deep themes.”
- “The plot was rather childish and strange.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by silly yet funny dialogues and jokes, providing a fun experience reminiscent of classic comedic adventures. However, some players feel that the humor does not justify the game's short length and question its overall value.
- “Silly but funny dialogues and jokes.”
- “The positives: fun and funny, this adventure game is reminiscent of 'Aaahh!!!'”
- “Silly but funny dialogues and jokes.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for being very intuitive and visually appealing, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
- “Very intuitive gameplay, easy to look at, and fun for all ages.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is widely praised for its great soundtrack that complements the gameplay effectively, enhancing the overall experience. While some users noted that the music was satisfactory, it was the standout feature for many.
- “Great soundtrack that perfectly fits the game.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The graphics of the game are described as charming and cute, complementing the intriguing world-building and environmental storytelling. While the visuals are considered satisfactory, they are not the standout feature, with an overall positive reception for the art style and character design.
- “Positives: charming characters, cute art style, intriguing world-building lore and environmental storytelling, and a wit that can be appreciated at a decently high reading level.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game is widely criticized for its lack of stability, with multiple users reporting it as a "buggy mess." This suggests significant technical issues that detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The game is a buggy mess.”
- “The game is a buggy mess.”
- “The game suffers from numerous stability issues.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers feel that the game lacks emotional depth, as the main character does not seem to have significant stakes in the story, which limits the overall emotional engagement. They suggest that incorporating more emotional themes could elevate the game's impact and make it more compelling.

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