The Unholy Society
- February 25, 2020
- Cat-astrophe Games
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamThe Unholy Society is the first part of BonBon's crazy adventures. Inspired by '80s and '90s movies, comic books, as well as everything else that fits into the categories of "iconic"and "pop culture", it takes a humorous look at usually not-so-humorous themes.
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Nintendo Switch
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Reviews
- The game features a unique blend of humor and pop-culture references, making for an entertaining experience.
- Visually appealing with stylish graphics and a vibrant color palette that enhances the comedic and horror elements.
- The combat mechanics, while initially frustrating, can grow on players and offer a fun challenge once mastered.
- The game is quite short, with a playtime of only 1-2 hours, leaving players wanting more content.
- The combat system can be awkward and frustrating, particularly due to the mouse dragging mechanics.
- The price point feels high for the amount of content offered, leading many to recommend waiting for a sale.
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The story is characterized by interesting characters and charm, but many reviewers feel it lacks depth and originality, often describing it as cliché. While some appreciate the humor and engaging dialogue, others criticize the linearity and limited content, suggesting it may not justify the full price. Overall, the narrative combines personal and professional themes but could benefit from more substantial development.
“It had decent gameplay, great characters, and a captivating story with a lot of charm.”
“And who knows... maybe the story has some real elements to it...”
“As I said, it has funny moments and a cool story, but with so little content, it is not worth the full price; it should be bought at 50% off or more.”
“This game is pretty, but the story is cliche and the combat system is strange and bad.”
“Or rather not a game, but a cartoon-like experience where a player participates by reading through pop-culture reference-filled dialogue leading you through a linear story just to engage in some QTE.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mixed bag, with some players finding the dialogue and moments genuinely funny, while others feel it can be hit or miss. Overall, the presence of well-crafted humor is seen as a positive aspect, though some reviewers suggest that the limited content may not justify the full price.
“Some well thought out combat and game mechanics, plus tons of actual, real humor makes it an absolute positive stellar sign.”
“The game looks good, some of the dialogue is funny (it's a bit hit or miss overall though).”
“As I said, it has funny moments and a cool story.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their vibrant use of color and appealing style, with aesthetics being highlighted as a standout feature. While there is only one graphics option available, the overall visual and sound quality is well-executed, leaving players eager for future releases from the developers.
“The game’s visuals had a nice use of color and a good style.”
“Aesthetics is the strongest feature of the game.”
“Graphics and sound are well done; I'm looking forward to more games by these developers in the future.”
“There is just one graphics option to enable or disable effects.”
“Graphics API: OpenGL.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by well-designed combat and mechanics infused with humor, delivering a nostalgic 90's occult comedy experience. While it emphasizes artistic talent, it also provides a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience that stands out visually.
“Some well-thought-out combat and game mechanics, plus tons of actual, real humor, make it an absolute positive stellar sign.”
“This one delivers on its promise in spades: full-on 90's occult comedy with breezy and headache-free mechanics.”
“This is a game that highlights artistic talent more than any other gameplay attribute, and it does it well enough to stand out visually.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring ambient tracks that enhance the spooky atmosphere, though it is infrequent. The transition to a rock/metal hybrid during boss battles adds a unique flair, which some players may find amusing while others might find it overwhelming, especially after multiple attempts at challenging encounters.
“The atmosphere is supported by nice, ambient tracks that set a spooky vibe, with the game breaking into an outright rock/metal hybrid song during the boss battle. This might be either a pleasant comical addition or something you’ll be turning off with shaking hands based on how many times you had to replay said battle.”
“The atmosphere is supported by nice, ambient tracks that set a spooky vibe, but the game breaks into an outright rock/metal hybrid song during the boss battle, which might be either a pleasant comical addition or something you'll be turning off with shaking hands based on how many times you had to replay that battle.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
“While the soundtrack has its moments, many tracks feel out of place and disrupt the overall immersion of the game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by ambient tracks that create a spooky vibe, complemented by a contrasting rock/metal hybrid song during boss battles, which can be either a humorous touch or a source of frustration depending on the player's experience with repeated attempts.
“The atmosphere is supported by nice, ambient tracks that set a spooky vibe, with the game breaking into an outright rock/metal hybrid song during the boss battle. This might be either a pleasant comical addition or something you’ll be turning off with shaking hands based on how many times you had to replay that battle.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and haunting sound design that keeps you on edge.”
“Every corner of the game is filled with a palpable tension, enhanced by the eerie soundscapes and detailed environments that make exploration both thrilling and unnerving.”
