Skip to main content

The Very Brief and Meaningless Adventure of Hero Man

63%Game Brain Score
humor, music
graphics, grinding
100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

Platforms

Web BrowserWeb BrowserWindowsWindows
Play Now
Buy NowGet on SteamBuy NowGet on itch.io Store

About

Browser Version Controls: Arrow Keys: MoveZ: Confirm/InteractX: Cancel/Open Menu NOTE: For best performance, please consider playing the downloadable Windows version! Hero Man, Hero Man, only doing what a Hero Man can. Whether he can actually save the world and bring home the glory is another question entirely. And so we enter this retro-inspired RPG world where YOU determine the outcome! Your c…

Genres & Tags
Play Modes
The Very Brief and Meaningless Adventure of Hero Man screenshot
The Very Brief and Meaningless Adventure of Hero Man screenshot
The Very Brief and Meaningless Adventure of Hero Man screenshot
The Very Brief and Meaningless Adventure of Hero Man screenshot

100%
Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews
humor6 positive mentions
grinding5 negative mentions
  • The game features charming graphics and delightful environments, enhancing the overall experience.
  • It offers a humorous and engaging narrative with a variety of endings, making each playthrough enjoyable.
  • Combat is simple and balanced, allowing for quick encounters that keep the gameplay flowing smoothly.
  • Repetition can become tedious as players must start over at level 1 for each ending, which may lead to burnout.
  • Some endings lack visual feedback and consistency, making them feel abrupt or less rewarding.
  • The game could benefit from more variety in combat encounters and clearer guidance on how to achieve certain endings.
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, featuring charming dialogue and self-aware jokes that can elicit genuine laughter, though some jokes may feel stretched. While it may not be groundbreaking, it offers a fun, retro-style experience with cute graphics and catchy music that enhances its comedic appeal.

    • “If you have an afternoon or evening available for a fun retro-style RPG chock full of self-aware humor, then check out this little hidden gem!”
    • “That said, the dialogue is funny and charming, the graphics are cute, the music is fitting and catchy.”
    • “The sense of humor is generally really on point, and got me laughing out loud a few times throughout.”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are charming and cute, maintaining a consistent style with the developer's previous titles. While simple, they surpass typical RPG Maker visuals, complemented by a cohesive soundtrack that enhances the lighthearted tone of the game. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “With the game’s graphical style being similar to the other ones of the developer, it is equally charming and cute.”
    • “The graphics and UI are simple, but leagues above the usual RPG Maker quality.”
    • “The graphics and UI are simple, but leagues above the usual RPG Maker slop.”
    • “The visuals are cute and clean, the soundtrack is cohesive, and both match the game's lighthearted tone.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is consistently praised for being upbeat, catchy, and fitting the lighthearted tone, enhancing the overall charm and enjoyment of the experience. Reviewers appreciate its energetic quality, which complements the game's visuals and dialogue effectively.

    • “The music is nice too, very upbeat and energetic!”
    • “The visuals are cute and clean, the soundtrack is cohesive, and both match the game's lighthearted tone.”
    • “That said, the dialogue is funny and charming, the graphics are cute, the music is fitting and catchy.”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game manageable, as most playthroughs are short and some endings do not require extensive combat or grinding. However, there is a concern that repeatedly starting over for different endings, especially those involving combat, could become tedious over time. Overall, while grinding is present, it is not overwhelmingly burdensome for most players.

    • “There are numerous endings which require doing dungeons or facing off against the demon lord and/or grinding.”
    • “I can imagine however that starting over for every ending might get repetitive, especially ones that require some degree of combat and grinding.”
    • “There's a couple endings that are obvious for this kind of game, but tedious to get.”
  • story
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a humorous parody of classic RPG tropes, featuring a Groundhog Day-like premise that allows for over 15 different endings. While it offers a cliché good vs. evil narrative, the engaging and earnest storytelling, along with various paths and outcomes, keeps players invested throughout the short adventure. However, some players wished for clearer guidance on achieving all endings and noted the inclusion of sensitive themes such as depression and suicide in certain storylines.

    • “A very fun sub-4 hour adventure with the crux of the story involving a Groundhog Day-like premise that can lead to 15+ different endings.”
    • “A comedic old-school inspired turn-based RPG with a cliché good vs evil story and gameplay, featuring all the NPCs, classes, shops, items, spells, etc. that you'd expect from a game like this. It feels fresh and is a must-play for both old and new gamers to the genre, with many different paths to take and endings that were a joy to find and kept me hooked for hours.”
    • “Content warning: depression and suicide mentioned in a couple of storylines.”
    • “Earnest storytelling.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a comedic, old-school inspired turn-based RPG that combines classic elements like NPCs, classes, and spells with a fresh feel, offering multiple paths and endings that engage players for hours. It features simple yet balanced mechanics, allowing for solo play or cooperative adventures with up to three allies, maintaining a strong gameplay balance throughout.

    • “A comedic old-school inspired turn-based RPG with a cliché good vs evil story and gameplay featuring all the NPCs, classes, shops, items, spells, etc. that you'd expect from a game like this. It feels fresh and is a must-play for both old and new gamers in the genre, with many different paths to take and endings that were a joy to discover, keeping me hooked for hours.”
    • “Simple, balanced gameplay.”
    • “Complex or varied gameplay.”

Buy The Very Brief and Meaningless Adventure of Hero Man

Games Like The Very Brief and Meaningless Adventure of Hero Man

Kingsway Image
91%1.3kreviews

Kingsway

2017Role Playing
PCPCSteam DeckSteam DeckWindowsWindows
Knights of Pen and Paper + 1 Image
81%2.3kreviews

Knights of Pen and Paper + 1

2013Role Playing
iPhoneiPhoneMac OSMac OSNintendo SwitchNintendo Switch+12
Costume Quest ImageCostume Quest ImageCostume Quest Image
92%3.5kreviews

Costume Quest

2011Casual Role Playing
iPhoneiPhoneMac OSMac OSPCPC+16
Epic Battle Fantasy 4 Image
97%2.1kreviews

Epic Battle Fantasy 4

2014Role Playing
Mac OSMac OSPCPCWeb BrowserWeb Browser+2
Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands Image
99%520reviews

Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands

2023Role Playing
Mac OSMac OSPCPCSteam DeckSteam Deck+2
Underhero Image
85%1.1kreviews

Underhero

2018Role Playing
Mac OSMac OSNintendo SwitchNintendo SwitchPCPC+6
Knights of Pen and Paper 2 Image
This game contains adult content
84%2.2kreviews

Knights of Pen and Paper 2

2018Role Playing
iPhoneiPhoneMac OSMac OSNintendo SwitchNintendo Switch+12
SanctuaryRPG Image
90%1.6kreviews

SanctuaryRPG

2015Casual Role Playing
PCPCSteam DeckSteam DeckWindowsWindows
Costume Quest 2 Image
78%708reviews

Costume Quest 2

2014Casual Role Playing
Mac OSMac OSPCPCPlaystation 4Playstation 4+13
Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic Image
63%334reviews

Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic

2015Role Playing
iPhoneiPhoneMac OSMac OSPCPC+12