THIS IS NOT A JOKE!!!

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THIS IS NOT A JOKE!!! is a single player action game. It received positive reviews from players.

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Genres & Tags

Arcade

Play Modes

Single-Player

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 166 reviews

graphics14 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game features a cute and aesthetically pleasing art style that many players love.
It's a fun and simple game that serves as a great time-killer when bored.
Players appreciate the unique concept and find the gameplay entertaining, especially in short bursts.

The gameplay can become repetitive and boring after a short period of time.
Many players have suggested adding more mini-games or features to enhance the experience.
There are complaints about the lack of instructions and the overwhelming presence of ads.

graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
34%
12%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and aesthetically pleasing art style, featuring pastel colors and charming illustrations that resonate with players. While many find the visuals captivating and calming, some users note that the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, with the art style being the primary draw. Overall, the game's graphics are a standout feature, appealing to fans of aesthetic design, though they may not fully compensate for gameplay shortcomings.
- “It's aesthetically pleasing, has pretty monochromatic colors, amazing ideation, and an overall cute illustrated game!”
- “I absolutely love the art style!”
- “Love the graphics and love everything about this game.”
- “I like the concept of the game and how it's executed, not to mention the unique art style, but it gets a bit plain sometimes.”
- “Nothing really else to do except close random pop-ups, the only thing that kept me playing is the aesthetic and art style; I don't know, I'm usually addicted to things that look similar to this but with a different plot.”
- “It just crashes; I hate it. I mean, it's an aesthetic game, but you need to fix it.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its chaotic and meme-inspired elements. While some find the comedic aspects effective and enjoyable, others suggest that there is room for improvement. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted and entertaining dimension to the gameplay experience.
- “It really works (also it's funny when we lose every time lol) and yeah I guess I love it very much♡”
- “This game gives me chaotic vibes but I still like it because at least it is funny”
- “Memes are so funny.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The music in the game features a catchy, enjoyable soundtrack, although it consists of just one looping track. However, users express frustration over the lack of a start screen and the inability to adjust the music volume independently, making it inconvenient for those who want to listen to their own music while playing. Overall, while the music is appreciated, the volume control issues detract from the experience.
- “The gameplay is short and fun, and has a cool soundtrack.”
- “Even though it's just one looping song, it's still enjoyable.”
- “It's really cute and I like the music <3”
- “It has no start screen, and you can't turn down the volume unless you adjust the music volume on your phone, which is really inconvenient when I want to listen to music and play games.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being overly reliant on ads, particularly after reaching a high score of 40, where ad frequency significantly increases. Players express frustration over the lack of engaging features, feeling that the gameplay is overshadowed by constant interruptions from advertisements.
- “I'm pretty sure the highest score you can get is 40 because when you reach 40, the ads come in at about 0.1 seconds for each ad.”
- “It was filled to the brim with ads!”
- “Please add more features because I've played a lot, but all you can do is click away ads.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is described as somewhat boring yet enjoyable for casual play, making it suitable for passing time in queues. Users appreciate its short and fun nature, complemented by a cool soundtrack, and suggest the addition of mini-games for enhanced engagement.
- “The gameplay is short and fun, and has a cool soundtrack.”
- “The gameplay is kind of boring, but it's fine because whenever I'm bored, I will play this game to not be bored anymore. It's cute, and I have a lot of ideas for improvement, like adding minigames and allowing players to choose which minigame to play.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a high level of stability, with no significant issues, bugs, or glitches encountered during gameplay.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Users emphasize the importance of structuring the story into distinct chapters, suggesting that this organization enhances the narrative flow and allows for better engagement with the plot.
- “The story unfolds beautifully, with each chapter revealing new layers of depth and emotion.”
- “I was completely immersed in the narrative; the character development is truly exceptional.”
- “The plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat, making it one of the most engaging stories I've experienced in a game.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”