Vindictive Drive

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Vindictive Drive is an Action/Stealth game about Arris Fern's cold blooded revenge against her father, the president of the most powerful nation, for the assassination of her mother. Consumed by hatred, Arris will use the most cruel methods at her disposal to achieve her goal.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

41%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story4 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

The game features a compelling and engaging story with well-developed characters that draw players in.
The unique art style and animations create a visually appealing experience, enhancing the storytelling.
The soundtrack complements the game's atmosphere effectively, adding to the overall immersion.

Gameplay can be tedious and frustrating, particularly during challenging sections that may require excessive retries.
Technical issues such as a fixed small screen size and bugs when alt-tabbing detract from the overall experience.
Some players may find the game not suitable for everyone due to its dark themes and difficulty spikes.

story
21 mentions
19 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The story of "Vindictive Drive" is a dark and engaging narrative centered around the protagonist, Arris, seeking revenge against her father, Charles Mourne. Users praise the game's unique storytelling approach, likening it to an intense comic or movie, with well-developed characters and impactful writing that drives the plot forward. Despite some gameplay frustrations, the compelling narrative and character development make it a standout experience in the RPG Maker genre.
- “The raw amount of charm this game oozes, from the gritty art style to the unhinged protagonist and story, is incredible to see from an RPG Maker game.”
- “In Vindictive Drive, the story segments feel a lot more like reading an intense comic or even watching a movie - the characters have very strong personalities and the writing itself does an amazing job of holding all of the pieces together. The synergy between all of these components creates a highly engaging, standout storytelling experience that you won't find in any other RPG Maker title: honestly, this game deserves a high rating on these merits alone.”
- “The plot in Vindictive Drive is about Arris getting her revenge against her father, Charles Mourne.”
- “In this game, it's not a story about heroes and villains and it's not about the flaky world-building or chats with boring NPCs - no, its strength lies in its ability to drive the story forward.”
- “It's a game with very dark topics, executed very well with an intense story.”
music
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The music in "Vindictive Drive" has received high praise for its harmonious integration with the game's scenes and atmosphere. Reviewers commend the soundtrack for its thoughtful selection and original compositions, which enhance the overall experience and contribute to a relaxing ambiance.
- “I really liked the soundtrack in Vindictive Drive.”
- “The music choices are spot on as well, remaining consistent and definitely helping to define the game's atmosphere.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The presentation, the animated cutscenes, the accompanying music, all of it fits together harmoniously.”
- “All of the sounds and music complemented each scene and area really well.”
gameplay
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
29 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as unique and engaging, blending stealth and action elements, though it can be frustrating at times. Players express a desire for more interactive experiences, particularly with the character Arris, highlighting that the initial bank scene was particularly interesting and different from typical game formulas.
- “The gameplay felt unique and interesting to learn, even if it was rage-inducing at times.”
- “The gameplay in Vindictive Drive is a combination of stealth and action.”
- “The little bit of gameplay at the bank in the beginning was what I hope we had more of for Arris; it was interesting and not usually the same formula of things we see in other games.”
- “In terms of gameplay, I wish there was more engagement on Arris's part.”
- “The little bit of gameplay at the bank in the beginning was what I hoped we had more of for Arris; it was interesting and not usually the same formula of things we see in other games.”
graphics
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their charming and gritty art style, which effectively complements the unhinged protagonist and story, showcasing impressive visual quality for an RPG Maker title.
- “The raw amount of charm this game oozes, from the gritty art style to the unhinged protagonist and story, is incredible to see from an RPG Maker game.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in combat to be tedious at times, yet many are willing to endure it for the sake of the engaging plot, which exceeds expectations.
- “The combat gets somewhat tedious at certain events, but I persevered for the sake of the plot, which was much more challenging than it had any right to be.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is significantly enhanced by well-chosen music that remains consistent throughout, effectively contributing to the overall experience.
- “The music choices are spot on as well, remaining consistent and definitely helping to define the game's atmosphere.”
- “The game's environment is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of its world.”
- “Every detail, from the lighting to the sound design, contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after you stop playing.”