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 multiple difficulty levels with unique mechanics, providing a varied and engaging experience.
- The artwork is adorable and the music is enjoyable, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere.
- There is a good amount of free content available, allowing players to experience the game without immediate purchase.
- A significant portion of the game is locked behind paid DLC, which frustrates players seeking to complete all achievements.
- Some achievements are reported as broken, leading to dissatisfaction among players.
- The game can feel chaotic with small screens and cluttered backgrounds, making it challenging to find items.
- 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 soundtrack features a distinct leitmotif that adds to the game's charm.
“The music sounds great, the artwork is adorable, and the game itself is very fun to play.”
“This game has no Mariah Carey song and its leitmotif sound in the soundtrack.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their adorable artwork, which remains clear even when zoomed in, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Overall, the visuals enhance the fun factor of the game.
“The music sounds great, the artwork is adorable, and the game itself is very fun to play.”
“The artwork stays clear when zoomed.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by innovative mechanics that enhance the experience, such as hidden item lists and limited visibility, requiring players to navigate challenges in unique ways rather than simply accumulating items.
“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 is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and reward that keeps you coming back for more.”
“I love how the mechanics evolve as you progress, introducing new elements that keep the experience fresh and exciting.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay, making it frustrating to play.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers moderate replayability, as only 20 out of 60 items are randomly selected for each level, encouraging players to experience different combinations in subsequent playthroughs.
“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 there are different paths to take, the overall experience feels too similar on repeat playthroughs.”
- 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 stay engaged with the game.”
“Progression is heavily reliant on grinding, which can become frustrating and repetitive.”
