Trash Story
- May 29, 2018
- KuKo
Get on Steam"Trash Story" is a humorous kinetic novel following Andrew's bizarre journey after finding a mysterious box. With its eccentric art style, unforgettable voiceover, and crude humor, the game offers a short, entertaining experience filled with memes, easter eggs, and an unforgettable ending. Easy achievements are available for those who read through to the end.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Offers an easy way to collect 5,000 achievements, making it appealing for achievement hunters.
- The game is humorous and can provide some laughs, especially when played with friends.
- The title accurately reflects the content, and some players appreciate the absurdity and simplicity of the experience.
- The gameplay is minimal, essentially just clicking through a poorly written visual novel with no real interactivity.
- The story is considered bland and predictable, with many reviews describing it as 'trash'.
- The game has technical issues, including crashing and poor graphics, leading to a frustrating experience for some players.
- story60 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The reviews for "Trash Story" present a stark divide in opinions, with many labeling it as a poorly executed visual novel featuring a bland, predictable, and nonsensical narrative. Some users find humor and entertainment in its absurdity, appreciating the soundtrack and art style, while others criticize it as a mere collection of achievements rather than a genuine gaming experience. Overall, the story is described as both "trash" and "life-changing," reflecting a mix of disdain and ironic enjoyment.
“I have never experienced such a deep storyline implemented in a video game, 10/10.”
“Love the story and the artwork!”
“The story is better than Detroit: Become Human and the visuals are better than real life.”
“The story is bland and predictable, but at least it gives 5000 achievements.”
“Trash story is not a game, it's an e-book that's been dumped on Steam masquerading as a game.”
“I must not recommend this video game attempt because there is no game, just click until the end, no interactions, no riddles, just a bad story that is not funny enough.”
- humor21 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is polarizing, with some players finding it genuinely funny and absurd, while others criticize it for being lazy and relying on lowbrow jokes. Many appreciate the catchy music and quirky art style, but some reviews highlight problematic humor, particularly regarding trans issues, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game appeals to those who enjoy "so bad it's good" humor, though it may not resonate with everyone.
“Best game I’ve ever played; very funny and a little bit emotional.”
“And to be honest, it actually made me laugh a lot.”
“A funny game with a great soundtrack and a funny story!”
“I didn't laugh at all, but saying it's unfunny would mean I'm just not in on the joke.”
“I must not recommend this video game attempt because there is no game, just click until the end, no interactions, no riddles, just a bad story that is not funny enough.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the artistic style as nostalgic and simplistic, while others criticize it as lacking depth and quality. Many players appreciate the visuals in relation to the game's price, noting that they enhance the overall experience, but there are also comments labeling the graphics as "trash." Overall, the game's art style is seen as a significant aspect, contributing positively to the storytelling despite some negative opinions.
“Love the story and the artwork!”
“The story is better than Detroit: Become Human and the visuals are better than real life.”
“The artistic style of this game really brings me back to the times where a more simplistic view on graphics was taken.”
“The little voice acting (I suspect by Kiko self) is trash and the artwork... you guessed it; it's trash.”
“This is a legit trash story with trash graphics and sound effects hahaha a game made only for fun.”
“Graphics - missing.”
- music12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with players praising its catchiness, humor, and overall quality, often considering it the standout feature. Many users express a desire for more music options to enhance their experience further, while some find the soundtrack to be a delightful and entertaining aspect that adds to the game's charm. Overall, the soundtrack is frequently rated 10/10, highlighting its significant impact on the game's enjoyment.
“I really like the songs in the game; I'm going to annoy my flatmates with them for the next 2 weeks.”
“A funny game with a great soundtrack and a funny story!”
“But believe it or not, it is actually better than the purchasable soundtrack, which is utter trash (basically a guy screaming loudly into a microphone, so it even has some feedback).”
“Honest to god, it was a bit funny to play in a call with friends and the music was... an experience.”
“The story is stupid, but the background music and the audio effects are maybe the best part of the game.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it as lacking depth and being primarily a visual novel with minimal interaction, while others praise it for its innovative mechanics and engaging rewards system. Overall, opinions vary widely, with some finding it a profound experience and others deeming it boring and poorly executed.
“This story is very deep and I can relate to it in many ways. The audio is heavenly, the graphics are amazing, and I needed to get a new graphics card just to play this. The gameplay is the best on the market. This game is much more than a game; it's a way of life. The writing is so good I thought the story was real and I completely forgot about my entire life playing it. Still worth it though, 10/10.”
“Truly a masterful game with brilliant writing, innovative gameplay, and a fun yet challenging rewards system.”
“As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
“A stupid, hateful, boring thing with no gameplay.”
“Trash story - horrible gameplay because it's basically a visual novel.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the developers has been criticized as exploitative and unethical, with accusations of producing low-quality, asset-flipped games that rely on pre-made templates and tutorials. Reviewers describe these practices as cash grabs, likening the output to shovelware that lacks originality and integrity.
“These guys do nothing but copy premade game templates and game tutorials, fill out a few things, stamp out basic levels using the construction kit templates, slap on an asset-flipped set of sprites/assets, and dump them on Steam and into cheap, nasty shovelware game bundles as cash grabs.”
“Trying to get paid for someone else's game templates and assets... at best, this is shovelware; at worst, it's a scam and a cash grab.”
“Kiko has shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab, through this account or through closely linked/alternate accounts (phoenixxx games, zemunbre, etc.).”
- grinding3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books tedious, likening it to a frustrating experience where progress is slowed by the need to click through text rather than read fluidly. Many express dissatisfaction with excessive achievements that require additional farming after completing the main game, leading to a sense of monotony and fatigue. Overall, grinding is viewed negatively, often detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best... imagine the best novel you ever read, be that Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy or 2001: A Space Odyssey, but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
“Rate 1/10 because there were 5000 achievements that started farming after the game was completed.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be highly entertaining and humorous, while also noting that it evokes some emotional moments, adding depth to the overall experience.
“This is the best game I've ever played; it's very funny and a little bit emotional.”
“The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me.”
“I was genuinely moved by the storyline and the way it tackled complex feelings.”
