Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion

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Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion is an action-packed adventure game with an intriguing story and fantastic gameplay. As the titular Turnip Boy, players must navigate through a series of challenging levels and confront their corrupt government while evading taxes. With exceptional graphics, stunning music, and plenty of humor, this plantastic adventure is sure to make you laugh and keep you engaged for hours.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion screenshot

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,696 reviews

humor199 positive mentions

monetization11 negative mentions

The game is incredibly funny and cute, with a charming art style and engaging humor.
The gameplay features enjoyable puzzles and boss battles that provide a good challenge.
The game has a lot of potential and offers a unique experience reminiscent of classic Zelda games.

The game is misleadingly labeled as free, as it requires payment to access the full content after a short demo.
The controls can be clunky, especially when switching items, which can be frustrating during fast-paced situations.
The game is relatively short, and many players feel that the price for the full version is not justified given the limited gameplay.

humor
199 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its light-hearted, whimsical nature, often drawing comparisons to classic titles like "Zelda" and "Undertale." Players appreciate the clever dialogue, funny references, and charming characters, which contribute to a delightful and engaging experience. Despite some critiques regarding the paywall, many find the humor to be a standout feature that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The humor and references are on point.”
- “This game is absolutely amazing, the humor is on point and it is genuinely fun.”
- “Hilarious self-aware adventure with a lot of funny moments.”
story
112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
40%
3%
The game's story is widely praised for its humor, charm, and engaging characters, with many players enjoying the quirky and dark undertones woven into the narrative. However, several reviews express disappointment over the abrupt ending and the paywall that restricts access to the full story after the initial missions, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the storytelling and art style are highlighted as standout features, making it a recommended choice for fans of cute and humorous narrative-driven games.
- “The story is amazing, and it's hard to find games like it, but the pay-to-play part just makes it feel like those Pokémon game ripoffs on the app store.”
- “I absolutely love the story and the art style!!”
- “It's funny, ironic, and has a surprisingly dark story at some bits.”
- “The story is really confusing and there are no 'tips' or anything, so once you get stuck, have fun going on the internet looking for what to do next!”
- “You have to buy the game to actually play anything past the first uninteresting 'mission'; no real story and not very easy to actually play either.”
- “I give it a four because the game itself is smooth, but I think it's a bit greedy that you have to pay money to keep on playing the story.”
graphics
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and charming art style, reminiscent of classic 16-bit games, which enhances the overall aesthetic and humor. Players appreciate the vibrant colors and dynamic animations, noting that the visuals contribute significantly to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere. However, some users express frustration with the game's paywall, feeling it detracts from the experience despite the appealing graphics.
- “The art style is adorable and I love the humor.”
- “Amazing graphics and cute!”
- “Adorable game with a great storyline and incredible graphics.”
- “When you don't have money on a graphics designer, you get a game from 1990.”
- “Cute stylized graphics, but the demo was very short and had nothing indicating the scale of the full game or the replayability.”
- “Love the art style, but why let someone download it for free only to be blocked and forced to play a game that will be boring in less than a week.”
gameplay
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
33%
7%
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smooth controls, fun mechanics, and charming aesthetics, with many players enjoying the humorous dialogue and engaging puzzles. However, some reviewers noted that the game is relatively short and may require payment to access more content, which detracts from the overall experience. While the gameplay draws inspiration from classic titles like Zelda, it is seen as both enjoyable and accessible, albeit with some minor frustrations regarding item management.
- “The gameplay is fun and puzzles are hard enough to be enjoyable.”
- “Excellent design, fun gameplay, funnier dialogue, and a decent story.”
- “The lore and gameplay is just fantastic.”
- “Way, way too short to be worth paying for, and honestly, gameplay isn't anything to write home about.”
- “I would recommend this to anybody, the only downside is there isn't that much gameplay before you hit a paywall.”
- “It's aesthetically wonderful but it's literally just old Zelda mechanics, and just isn't original enough outside of the art and the humorous writing.”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
84%
4%
12%
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its catchy and cheerful quality, effectively complementing the gameplay and enhancing the overall experience. Many players highlighted the soundtrack as a standout feature, with specific mentions of its ability to match various scenes and evoke a fun atmosphere. While some described the music as "decent" or "cute," the consensus is that it significantly contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “I am absolutely in love with the soundtrack and it just perfectly matches all of the scenes.”
- “The art is overall amazing: it's well written, the art style and animation are incredible, it's very dynamic and the colors are perfect, the soundtrack is amazing as well.”
- “Great storyline and great music during boss fights.”
- “Its a cute game, cute music, gives Stardew Valley vibes, but is sadly a game that makes you pay to actually play it.”
- “Cheerful music.”
- “Love the slang-ish jokes (slayqueen32 mostly 😭), the simple designs, the characters, the music and honestly everything about this game, 10/10 would recommend, even though it includes payment to complete, still worth it.”
monetization
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
19%
52%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the requirement to pay for the game upfront despite it being advertised as free. While some appreciate the absence of ads and the option for cosmetic in-app purchases, others feel misled by the lack of a demo and the sudden paywall, suggesting that a more transparent approach with ads or a clearer pricing structure would be preferable. Overall, the consensus indicates a desire for a more user-friendly monetization strategy.
- “Either make the game cost money or make it free and put some in-app purchases which are purely cosmetic.”
- “Very fun and funny game for free and there are no ads.”
- “Good game, good jokes, no ads.”
- “I thought the in-app purchases would be cosmetics or ad-free, but no, you need to spend $5 for the game.”
- “Opened up and asked to buy the game, no demo, nothing. Granted, £5 is a completely reasonable price to ask, but advertising as free and then doing this rug pull is disgraceful (and possibly violating consumer rights).”
- “It won't let me play the game; it says I have to pay for it. This is stupid. Why not just advertise a game that costs money instead of just advertising in the game?”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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Overall, the game offers limited replayability, primarily featuring a "boss rush" mode and an endless roguelike area. While some players find the experience enjoyable enough to revisit, others note the short playtime and lack of additional content as drawbacks. The game's charm and humor may encourage some players to replay, but the overall replay value is considered low.
- “And there's a replayable 'boss rush'-like post game that allows for some replayability.”
- “A nice story and fun characters, with a 'boss rush' at the end to allow for some replayability.”
- “Hilarious with a high replay value.”
- “Overall, there isn't much in the way of replayability (though there is the endless train, roguelike area).”
- “The only downsides I have are that it's really short, about 2-3 hours, but for 4-5 bucks that can be overlooked. It's lacking replay value; other than the train, the enemies just up and vanish, so the town has very little to do.”
- “Cute stylized graphics, but the demo was very short and had nothing indicating the scale of the full game or the replayability.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players report a mixed experience regarding stability, with some enjoying a bug-free gameplay while others encounter notable bugs that remain unaddressed by the developer. Despite these issues, many users appreciate the game's design and humor, indicating that the enjoyment often outweighs the stability concerns.
- “No glitches so far, with humorous undertones and a cute design.”
- “Fun and bug-free experience up to the darn virtual brick paywall!”
- “This game is buggy and the developer will not fix it.”
- “Good game, just a little bit on the buggy side.”
- “A little buggy, but damn, do I like it.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its unexpected depth and emotional resonance, featuring a blend of humor and wholesome moments that contribute to a life-changing experience. While some criticize its use of modern slang, the overall sentiment highlights its engaging and heartfelt narrative, making it a delightful indie title.
- “A deeply emotional, life-changing piece of art.”
- “This is one of those games where you think it's just plain stupid only to find that it has deep lore and honestly funny, wholesome moments.”
- “Really fun, silly, wholesome indie game.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally enjoy the grinding aspect of the game, praising its fun mechanics, cute art, and engaging lore. However, many express frustration with the cumbersome controls on mobile devices, particularly regarding the tedious weapon switching and navigation, which detracts from the overall experience. Suggestions for improvement include implementing a hotbar for quicker item access.
- “Also switching between the main tools is tedious and inefficient, so maybe add some sort of hotbar to allow the player to quickly switch between items rather than individually equipping them.”
- “Thought weapon change is tedious for no reason, being -1 star.”
- “The switching between items and navigation via touchpad can get tedious.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is highlighted by charming designs and humorous personalities, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. However, the overall depth of character development is considered to be somewhat lacking and not particularly extraordinary.
- “The character designs are awesome, featuring funny personalities that enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “The character design is cute, and the music is fun and snappy, creating an enjoyable atmosphere.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is praised for being engaging and humorous, providing an enjoyable experience during the initial gameplay. However, the enjoyment is significantly hindered by a paywall that restricts further play after a short duration.
- “The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and sound design.”
- “I love how the game creates a unique atmosphere that keeps you engaged and wanting to explore every corner.”
- “The combination of music and environmental details really enhances the overall atmosphere, making each moment feel special.”