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Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion is a ridiculous little game with a twisted sense of humour, uncomplicated gameplay and a surprisingly absorbing plot.
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84%Game Brain Score
humor, story
grinding, stability
95% User Score Based on 9,559 reviews
Critic Score 73%Based on 20 reviews

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Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion is a single player casual role playing game with fantasy and comedy themes. It was developed by Graffiti_Games and was released on April 22, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

In Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion, play as a mischievous turnip who's run afoul of the law. After refusing to pay taxes, you'll need to navigate a charming world filled with quirky characters and puzzles. Along the way, you'll unlock new abilities, gather allies, and take on the corrupt vegetable bureaucracy to clear your name.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 9,559 reviews
humor1.9k positive mentions
grinding71 negative mentions

  • Charming art style and humorous writing that keeps players engaged.
  • Fun and lighthearted gameplay with simple puzzles and enjoyable combat.
  • Short playtime of around 2-4 hours, making it a perfect game for a casual gaming session.
  • Very short game length, leading to questions about its value at full price.
  • Repetitive fetch quests and backtracking can become tedious.
  • Combat mechanics are basic and may feel clunky at times.
  • humor
    1,911 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in "Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion" is a standout feature, characterized by its absurdity, clever writing, and a mix of internet culture references that resonate with younger audiences. While many players find the dialogue and quirky characters genuinely funny, some critiques point to a reliance on dated memes and a lack of depth in humor that may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the game is praised for its lighthearted, whimsical tone and ability to elicit laughter throughout its short playtime.

    • “A short, silly little adventure that’s full of charm and absurd humor.”
    • “The writing had me laughing out loud more than once, and the whole thing leans hard into its goofy premise.”
    • “The humor is great, the gameplay is fun, the soundtrack is fantastic but the length of the game isn't quite worth the price tag, especially when not on sale.”
    • “Is it supposed to be funny that a young boy with a family who loved him was conscripted for thirty years then went missing in action and his ghost haunts the apocalypse bunker to watch his sister turn into a radioactive zombie and be set on fire repeatedly by a turnip until her heart falls out?”
    • “The game's humor is 70% unfunny already outdated jokes and pop culture references, and 30% something actually chuckle-worthy.”
    • “This is the worst kind of game, the kind that was designed to be enjoyed by watching some screaming idiot laugh at every joke no matter how unfunny it is.”
  • story
    1,551 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion" is a whimsical yet surprisingly deep narrative that follows a rebellious turnip on a quest to evade taxes and confront a corrupt vegetable government. While the game is filled with humor, memes, and lighthearted dialogue, it also reveals darker undertones and unexpected plot twists that add depth to the otherwise silly premise. Despite its short playtime of around 2-4 hours, the engaging story and charming characters make it a memorable experience, though some players noted the repetitive fetch quests and lack of a quest log as drawbacks.

    • “The story is amazing, it's so stupid and so funny and I love it.”
    • “The story takes some weird and disturbing turns, which felt even more disturbing due to the contrast to the cute graphics and music, though I expected nothing less from a game which is about a sentient turnip committing crimes.”
    • “The story is surprisingly good, with a little bit of depth to it, but leaving just enough up to the viewer's interpretation.”
    • “The whole game lends itself to a 'haha get this reference' fetch quest gameplay loop while you walk around through a barebones and lackluster story that tries to seem a lot deeper than what it really is.”
    • “The story is jokey and not very interesting; it isn’t designed to make you care about any of the characters, everyone is terrible, and the jokes rarely land.”
    • “The fetch quest nature of the game can become tiring quickly but the game's short length helps in that regard.”
  • gameplay
    844 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion" is characterized by its simplicity and lightheartedness, drawing clear inspiration from classic Zelda titles with a focus on top-down exploration, basic combat, and puzzle-solving. While many players appreciate the charming art style and humorous dialogue, the gameplay is often described as repetitive and lacking depth, with a significant amount of backtracking and fetch quests that can detract from the overall experience. Despite its shortcomings, the game is generally seen as a fun, casual adventure that offers a few hours of entertainment, especially when purchased on sale.

    • “The gameplay is a delightful mix of simple puzzles, light combat, and hilariously over-the-top tasks that make you feel like the ultimate delinquent—because who knew tax evasion could be this much fun?”
    • “The gameplay draws clear inspiration from classic titles like The Legend of Zelda, featuring top-down exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat.”
    • “The gameplay is light with simple puzzles, a bit of backtracking, and boss fights that are fun but not punishing.”
    • “2 hours of gameplay is not worth the price.”
    • “The gameplay is extremely simple, yet manages to feel awkward with the attack and dodge both feeling sluggish.”
    • “The gameplay is pretty simple, but the combat is surprisingly fun too!”
  • music
    763 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in "Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion" has received widespread acclaim for its catchy and whimsical soundtrack, which enhances the game's charming visuals and humorous narrative. Players appreciate the variety of tracks that fit different environments, with standout pieces like the end credits song being particularly memorable. While some found the music occasionally repetitive, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack significantly contributes to the game's enjoyable atmosphere and experience.

    • “The soundtrack offers a pleasant, whimsical background without ever taking center stage.”
    • “The music is catchy and fits the game’s quirky nature.”
    • “The soundtrack is also surprisingly perfect, it completely changes the atmosphere of each area in the best way possible.”
    • “The music was so repetitious in certain areas I was miserable in them.”
    • “You'll notice the annoying, repetitive, straight from the royalty-free shop music within a few minutes of playing the game, and after 2 hours you'll be wanting to burst your eardrums just to avoid the chance of hearing it again.”
    • “The music is also gratingly repetitive.”
  • graphics
    631 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion" are widely praised for their charming and cute pixel art style, which evokes nostalgia and complements the game's humorous tone. Many players appreciate the vibrant colors and whimsical character designs, noting that the visuals enhance the overall experience despite some critiques about simplicity and occasional graphical inconsistencies. Overall, the art style is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The art style perfectly matches the game's whimsical tone, creating a visually captivating experience.”
    • “The graphics are absolutely adorable, the jokes in the game can be utterly stupid but not in a bad way.”
    • “The pixel art graphics and animation are done perfectly and the soundtrack, oh my god this soundtrack slaps!”
    • “Graphically, the game is bright and colorful, but at times quite convoluted and overloaded, making it unclear what's background and what's an interactable entity.”
    • “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics, but the developers couldn't get that right; it looks inauthentic because it's paired with many assets and interstitial graphics that aren't 2D pixel art.”
    • “The graphics are cute, but the game is too reliant on its cutesy aesthetic, which, while achieved with reasonable ability, falls flat when not backed up by anything else in the game.”
  • replayability
    108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is limited, with many players noting that it can be completed in just a few hours and lacks substantial content for multiple playthroughs. While some features like side quests, collectibles, and an endless mode offer minor replay value, the core experience is tightly focused and may not satisfy those seeking extensive replayability. The addition of post-game modes and updates has improved replay potential for some, but many still find it insufficient for a full-price purchase.

    • “It's very replayable thanks to the daily challenges at the end.”
    • “The post-game roguelike mode adds replayability.”
    • “With the new update, it gives the game infinite replayability and freshens up old fights while introducing new ones.”
    • “There are side quests, hidden collectibles, and optional hats to find, but the core experience is tightly focused and doesn’t offer much in the way of replayability.”
    • “It's short, so it's great for a single session, but if you're looking for a game that's going to have a ton of replay value or grinding, this may not be the game for you.”
    • “I got all achievements in about 2 hours and the game doesn't have a lot of replayability.”
  • emotional
    86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of "Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion" is characterized by a surprising blend of humor and heartfelt moments, with players noting its ability to evoke genuine feelings despite its lighthearted premise. Many reviews highlight the game's charming art style and witty dialogue, which contribute to a wholesome experience, while also acknowledging deeper themes that resonate emotionally, often leading to unexpected moments of poignancy. Overall, the game is praised for its unique ability to balance silliness with emotional depth, leaving players feeling uplifted and connected to its quirky characters.

    • “Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion made me cry.”
    • “The story is poignant and legitimately made me feel so many things.”
    • “The ending somehow is one of the most emotional things I've seen in a while.”
  • grinding
    82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience. While many appreciate the short playtime (around 2-3 hours) and the ease of achieving 100%, they note that backtracking and repetitive tasks can become tedious, especially in post-game content. Some achievements may require a bit of grinding, but most players agree that the game remains enjoyable despite these minor frustrations.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The achievement system isn't tedious.”
    • “100 percenting this game isn't tedious like most, and the game itself helps you.”
    • “The gameplay is decent, but controls can be annoying and tedious to the point where it often feels like a lot of your frustrations come from the game itself rather than user error.”
    • “It's short, so it's great for a single session, but if you're looking for a game that's going to have a ton of replay value or grinding, this may not be the game for you.”
    • “The only downside is that the last achievement can be a bit tedious, but with a few tries, I unlocked them all.”
  • character development
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highlighted by its charming and imaginative character designs, particularly those representing food items, which add personality and humor to the experience. While many players appreciate the cute aesthetics and engaging dialogue, some express a desire for deeper exploration of character backstories and lore. Overall, the character design is praised for its creativity and appeal, though opinions vary on the depth of character development within the narrative.

    • “The world is bursting with vibrant colors and detailed environments, and the character designs are charming and full of personality.”
    • “Great storytelling and amazing character development.”
    • “The story is also fantastic; great character development. I love how the mayor is a typical mayor you find in America, doing nothing but collecting tax money for his income.”
    • “I wish there had been more character development of the humans, and that the exploration of the history and lore had gone deeper.”
    • “The character design is cute, but that's about it.”
    • “Other thoughts; I feel like the character design was promised to be more diverse based on the trailer.”
  • atmosphere
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its charming and quirky tone, enhanced by an excellent soundtrack that shifts to match the mood of each area. Players appreciate the blend of humor, whimsical characters, and a relaxing vibe, despite an underlying dark narrative. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, making the game enjoyable even for those unfamiliar with its pop culture references.

    • “The soundtrack is also surprisingly perfect; it completely changes the atmosphere of each area in the best way possible.”
    • “The game simply yet perfectly captures the essence of what it felt like to play an RPG for the first time when you were a little lad: effortless game progression, short, plain, and satisfying puzzles, all gift-wrapped in an atmosphere that naturally delivers equanimity.”
    • “Starting from the story, there is a dark backstory underlying the cheery atmosphere.”
    • “I must admit, things relating to the lost civilization of hoomans can get pretty dark, despite the overall cheery atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The devs did such a good job on Turnip Boy; cute characters, wacky dialogue, and an eerie atmosphere regarding certain bits of lore in the game.”
  • optimization
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it generally runs smoothly at 60fps with minimal bugs, players have reported issues with stuttering at higher refresh rates and inconsistent hitboxes. Some users noted that non-standard resolutions require mods for proper scaling, indicating potential areas for improvement in technical performance.

    • “Technically, the game runs smoothly with minimal bugs or performance issues.”
    • “Consistent 60fps from start to finish with no noticeable stutters.”
    • “Runs smoothly without issues.”
    • “Only real criticisms I have are that non-16:9 resolutions require a mod to make things scale properly and, very weirdly for a pixel-art Unity game, performance issues.”
    • “The game seems to really dislike going above 120fps, or getting near your display's maximum refresh rate, resulting in awful stuttering.”
    • “There might be some optimization issues.”
  • stability
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players report that the game is highly stable, with many praising it as "bug free" and free of glitches. Users have noted smooth navigation and consistent performance across platforms, including the Steam Deck and Linux, with no significant issues affecting gameplay. The game's reliability contributes positively to the overall experience, making it beginner-friendly and enjoyable.

    • “Nice and simple to navigate and no glitches.”
    • “Runs great on Steam Deck, no configuration required when I played.”
    • “I should have probably put this higher on the list, but there are no sloppy animations, no glitches, and no freeze frames, which is a nice expectation considering that this isn't one of those RPG Maker games.”
    • “☐ 100% bug free product”
    • “- occasionally buggy”
    • “Boring, repetitive, the story is shit, buggy”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization of "Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion" has been criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing disappointment that a free mobile app has been sold as a paid product on Steam. Many feel it lacks originality, drawing heavy inspiration from classic titles like "The Legend of Zelda," further fueling perceptions of it being a low-effort port aimed at profit rather than quality.

    • “Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion is a free mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game. It's here as a paid product, representing a nasty cash grab from greedy mobile developers. The game is essentially a ripoff of The Legend of Zelda and features extremely similar gameplay.”
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Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion is a casual role playing game with fantasy and comedy themes.

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck, iPhone and others.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion.

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion was released on April 22, 2021.

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion was developed by Graffiti_Games.

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its grinding.

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion is a single player game.

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