Thou Shalt Not Kill
- June 5, 2024
- SolitaryStudios
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features extremely realistic graphics and fun gameplay.
- The atmosphere and concept of the game are well-executed, creating a tense experience.
- The plot twist was unexpected and added to the enjoyment of the game.
- The game is very short, with a walkthrough taking about 20 minutes.
- Character movement is frustratingly slow, making gameplay feel tedious.
- The game crashes frequently, which detracts from the overall experience.
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise the extremely realistic visuals that enhance the horror experience, others criticize the outdated graphics reminiscent of the early 2000s, suggesting a lack of modern polish and quality. Overall, the graphical quality appears to significantly impact the overall enjoyment of the game.
“Very fun short horror with extremely realistic graphics and fun gameplay.”
“From the moment you load this digital torture device, you're greeted with graphics straight out of the early 2000s, and not in a nostalgic way, but in a 'did my computer just time-travel?' kind of way.”
“In conclusion, 'Mundane Misadventures: The Snoozefest Saga' is a testament to everything wrong with modern gaming—lackluster graphics, abysmal gameplay, a storyline that insults your intelligence, and audio that makes you question the existence of good taste.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the reviewed games varies significantly; one title is praised for its fun and engaging mechanics paired with realistic graphics, while another is criticized for its lackluster and uninspired gameplay, contributing to an overall negative experience.
“Very fun short horror with extremely realistic graphics and fun gameplay.”
“I really like the graphics and gameplay.”
“In conclusion, 'Mundane Misadventures: The Snoozefest Saga' is a testament to everything wrong with modern gaming—lackluster graphics, abysmal gameplay, a storyline that insults your intelligence, and audio that makes you question the existence of good taste.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for being a disjointed collection of clichés and nonsensical plot twists, reminiscent of a low-quality soap opera. Despite the negative feedback, some users express hope for future developments in the narrative.
“I hope the developer continues the story in some way.”
“The storyline, if you can call it that, is a disjointed mess of clichés and nonsensical plot twists that would make a B-rated soap opera cringe.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for its jarring combination of grating techno beats and bland elevator music, which fails to engage players and can even induce boredom.
“The soundtrack, if it can be called that, alternates between grating techno beats and elevator music that would put a hyperactive toddler to sleep.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is noted as a strong point, effectively contributing to its concept; however, technical issues such as crashes and sluggish performance detract from the overall experience, leaving players feeling frustrated and stuck.
