Viktor, a Steampunk Adventure
- March 17, 2017
- Studio Spektar
Get on SteamIn "Viktor, a Steampunk Adventure," play as Viktor, a determined wild boar on a quest to become the Emperor of Austria-Hungary. Solve point-and-click puzzles, engage in mini-games, and explore steampunk locations in this charming 2D adventure. With multiple ways to solve puzzles, the game provides hours of fun and encourages creative problem-solving.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features charming, colorful hand-drawn artwork and a humorous story that engages players with quirky characters and absurd adventures.
- Puzzles and mini-games provide a nice variety, and the classical music soundtrack enhances the overall experience.
- The game is filled with witty dialogue and cultural references, making it a fun and entertaining point-and-click adventure for fans of the genre.
- Many puzzles rely on frustrating logic and trial-and-error solutions, which can lead to confusion and a lack of clear direction.
- The dialogue is often delivered in gibberish without voiceovers, making it difficult to engage with the characters and story.
- The game feels low-budget with slow animations and some offensive humor that may not resonate with all players.
- humor52 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mix of quirky, self-aware, and satirical elements, often drawing on Eastern European politics and cultural stereotypes, which may not appeal to everyone. Players appreciate the witty dialogues, absurd situations, and a blend of clever and cringy jokes, with many finding it laugh-out-loud funny. However, some critiques highlight that the humor can be broad and potentially offensive, relying heavily on stereotypes and absurdity.
“A good deal of the humor here is clearly in-jokes about Eastern European politics, but the gags land for the most part. The characters are goofy and likable, and the experience as a whole is snappy and neither too short nor too long.”
“One great and hilarious game, with witty dialogues and unexpected puzzles.”
“If you want to have a constant smile on your face from the amount of cringy, punny, and downright hilarious situations, get Viktor!”
- story42 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story of "Viktor" is a humorous and surreal adventure featuring a grumpy wild boar who seeks to overthrow the emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, blending steampunk elements with quirky characters and unexpected plot twists. While the narrative is entertaining and filled with engaging interactions, some elements, like the love story, feel out of place and do not significantly enhance the overall experience. Despite its simplicity and occasional confusion, the charm of the story keeps players eager to progress through the game.
“There's really no telling where the story will throw you next.”
“The protagonist, a wild boar, had enough with the emperor's incompetent ways and sets on a quest to overthrow him.”
“Viktor, a steampunk adventure, is an old-fashioned point & click adventure game which tells the story of Viktor, a grumpy but ambitious wild boar's quest of becoming the new emperor of Austria-Hungary in a semi-realistic steampunk world.”
“I think it was a great idea to take such an antihero as a main character, but it’s not executed well: these traits don’t really add anything to the story itself or complicate the journey in any way.”
“The only thing this love story gives to the game or the story is how out of place it is.”
“The story seems to be written by a five year old, but I suppose that was actually the goal here.”
- music28 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is primarily composed of classical masterpieces, which many players find enhances the overall experience, especially when paired with the hand-drawn art style. While some note the absence of an original soundtrack, the classical selections are well-integrated and contribute positively to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is highly praised, with many reviewers rating it 10/10 for its delightful and immersive qualities.
“The splendid soundtrack aside - featuring some classic masterpieces, including that blatant imperial march ripoff that was composed 60 years before Star Wars - the voicework deserves a special mention.”
“Fun minigames and a great classical/ragtime soundtrack really punch up the experience.”
“The hand-drawn cartoonish art style and the tastefully chosen classical background music create a delightful world for immersion, which I really appreciate.”
“Several flaws with the audio and music background leveling throughout the game, but otherwise, 5/5.”
“The music is not originally composed for the game and instead uses classical compositions that you can change at any moment as Viktor happens to carry a record player with him.”
“I wouldn’t call the lack of an original soundtrack a flaw since the music fits quite well with the game; it is not annoying, and knowing that the game probably had a very small budget, I think the creators found a perfect solution.”
- graphics22 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a charming, hand-drawn art style that is colorful, cartoony, and visually appealing, enhancing the overall immersion. Players appreciate the stylish animations and cute character designs, which contribute to a delightful and engaging atmosphere. The combination of this artistic approach with a classical soundtrack creates a unique and enjoyable experience, particularly within its steampunk European setting.
“The graphics and animations are stylish and fun.”
“Graphically, the hand-drawn art style is full of charm and is very easy on the eye.”
“The hand-drawn cartoonish art style and the tastefully chosen classical background music create a delightful world for immersion, which I really appreciate.”
“I was intrigued by this game from the first time I saw it, for several reasons - the uncommon setting of Austria-Hungary, the stylish cartoony graphics, and just the gambit of trying to become nothing less than the emperor of said empire.”
“As the story completely takes place in Europe (steampunk Europe, if you will), most of these jokes/puns are more effective on certain demographic groups than an outsider like me.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as a classic point-and-click adventure, involving dialogue, object collection, and puzzle-solving, set in a whimsical steampunk world. While the varied puzzles and charming aesthetics are appreciated, the gameplay is considered average and overly lengthy, with some reviewers noting that it could have been more engaging and concise. Overall, it is seen as the weakest aspect of the game, detracting from the overall experience.
“The cartoony steampunk setting and cute characters combine with surreal setpieces and varied puzzles and gameplay that had me wanting more after the title concluded.”
“The steampunk Austria-Hungary is populated by various strange figures that sometimes don't quite fit - but then also some historical figures whose presence makes perfect sense both in the setting and the gameplay itself, rather than being just poster boys for the epoch.”
“Gameplay-wise it's more or less a classic point-and-click: you go around talking to people, picking up objects & using them on other objects - with an occasional arcade game challenge or a more abstract logical puzzle.”
“Gameplay-wise, it's more or less a classic point-and-click: you go around talking to people, picking up objects, and using them on other objects - with an occasional arcade game challenge or a more abstract logical puzzle.”
“Average gameplay.”
“It’s about five hours of gameplay, of what should have been two to three hours maximum.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its charm and humor, with many players finding the characters endearing. Reviewers note that it effectively captures the mood of a post-Soviet setting, enhancing the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is great; the characters are lovable, and the humor is splendid.”
“Growing up in a post-Soviet country, I found the style captures the mood and atmosphere perfectly.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers around 6 hours of gameplay with multiple solutions to problems, providing some limited replayability. However, the overall experience may not encourage extensive replay due to its relatively short length.
“The game will take around 6 hours to complete, but there are multiple solutions to problems, which adds to its replayability.”
“The game will take around 6 hours to complete, but there are multiple solutions to problems, so it has some limited replayability.”
