There's No Santa
- November 22, 2024
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Get on SteamThere's no Santa is a hidden object game with a selection of 4 locations and Christmas-themed items to find for each of them.
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Reviews
- The game features charming visuals and a quirky, lighthearted take on the Christmas theme, making it enjoyable for those seeking an alternative holiday experience.
- It offers multiple difficulty levels and unique mechanics for hidden object gameplay, providing a relaxing and fun experience.
- The game is free to play, allowing players to enjoy a portion of the content without any cost.
- A significant amount of content and achievements are locked behind a paid DLC, which frustrates players who expect a complete experience without additional costs.
- The game is frustratingly short, with some players finishing it in under 15 minutes, leading to disappointment regarding its length.
- There are issues with broken achievements and incorrect item counters, which detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their charming and adorable artwork, which remains clear even when zoomed in. While the visuals enhance the fun gameplay experience, some players feel the story can be somewhat disjointed. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal.
“The music sounds great, the artwork is adorable, and the game itself is very fun to play.”
“The artwork stays clear when zoomed.”
“The visuals are charming, but the story can feel a bit random.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its quality and enjoyable sound, contributing positively to the overall fun experience. However, it notably lacks a Mariah Carey song, which some players may have expected. The accompanying artwork is also described as adorable, enhancing the game's appeal.
“The music sounds great, the artwork is adorable, and the game itself is very fun to play.”
“This game has no Mariah Carey songs, and its leitmotif sounds in the soundtrack are lacking.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its blend of humor and innovative mechanics, providing a unique experience despite its brevity. Players encounter varied challenges, such as hidden item lists and limited visibility, which enhance the overall engagement.
“It combines humor with unusual mechanics, and while it’s short, it offers a unique experience.”
“It's not just more and more items piled into a scene; it's different mechanics, like the items list may be hidden or you could be searching in the dark with a small area lit up around your mouse cursor.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game effectively blends humor with unconventional mechanics, providing a unique and entertaining experience, albeit a brief one.
“It combines humor with unusual mechanics, and while it’s short, it offers a unique experience.”
“The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout the game.”
“The humor is cleverly woven into the gameplay, making every moment enjoyable and entertaining.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as somewhat disjointed or random, despite the charming visuals that accompany it.
“The visuals are charming, but the story can feel a bit random.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers moderate replayability, as only a subset of items appears in each level, encouraging players to revisit levels to experience different combinations and strategies.
“The game offers great replayability with its dynamic level design and random item generation.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of items and challenges that change every time.”
“There is some replayability since only 20 out of 60 items randomly appear per level.”
“The game lacks significant replayability; once you've completed it, there's little incentive to go back.”
“While the game offers a few different paths, the overall experience feels repetitive after the first playthrough.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that achieving 100% completion often requires purchasing DLC and involves a significant amount of grinding, which may deter some from fully engaging with the game.
“Almost all achievements are locked behind DLC and require a significant amount of grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
“I spent hours grinding for resources, and it just became a chore rather than fun.”
