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-received, with some players enjoying the unexpected plot twists.
- Despite its short length, the game builds tension effectively and has moments that players found enjoyable.
- The game is very short, with a walkthrough taking about 20 minutes, leading some to feel it resembles a demo version.
- Character movement is excessively slow, which adds to the frustration of gameplay.
- The game has experienced crashes, with some players reporting multiple instances that hindered their experience.
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; some players praise the extremely realistic visuals, particularly in the horror genre, while others criticize the graphics as outdated, likening them to early 2000s standards. Overall, the visual quality seems to significantly impact the gaming experience, with some finding it immersive and others deeming it lackluster.
“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.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay experiences vary significantly among users; some praise the fun and engaging mechanics of a short horror game with realistic graphics, while others criticize "Mundane Misadventures: The Snoozefest Saga" for its lackluster and abysmal gameplay, highlighting a disconnect between the game's design and player expectations. Overall, opinions on gameplay range from highly positive to extremely negative, reflecting a divide in player satisfaction.
“Very fun short horror with extremely realistic graphics and fun 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.”
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is widely criticized as a disjointed and clichéd mess, filled with nonsensical plot twists that evoke comparisons to low-quality soap operas. 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.”
“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.”
“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.”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for its jarring combination of grating techno beats and dull elevator music, which many find unengaging and monotonous. Overall, the soundtrack fails to enhance the gaming experience, leaving players disappointed.
“The soundtrack, if it can be called that, alternates between grating techno beats and elevator music that would put a hyperactive toddler to sleep.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its strong concept, creating an engaging environment; however, technical issues such as crashes and sluggish performance detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration.
