Weird Hero

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Weird Hero is a single player arcade platformer game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Snail-Ninja Studio and was released on November 18, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

In Weird Hero, players take on the role of a snail ninja on a mission to save the world from an evil corporation. Using a variety of weapons and abilities, they must battle through enemies and bosses in fast-paced, side-scrolling action. With hand-drawn graphics and a quirky sense of humor, Weird Hero offers a unique and exciting gaming experience. **Note: This summary was created using the game's Steam page and may not be completely accurate

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42%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a unique sense of humor and bizarre weapons that can be entertaining.
Some players found the game to be a fun and challenging experience, especially for casual gamers.
Visually, the game has its charm and is not the worst in terms of graphics.

The gameplay is frustrating and clunky, leading to a poor overall experience.
Many players found the game to be too difficult, even on the easiest settings, making it unenjoyable.
The game is considered not worth the price, with better free alternatives available.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for its bizarre control scheme, stiffness, and lack of responsiveness, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from overall enjoyment. While some elements like humor and visual charm are appreciated, the overall mechanics are deemed poorly designed and unengaging, making it hard to recommend over other platformers.
- “The control scheme is bizarre and really doesn't help gameplay much.”
- “It's a bit stiff but I found it playable enough, but the gameplay is not compelling enough to maintain any interest.”
- “Visually not bad, it has its charm, I also like humor, strange weapons, and enemies, but the whole gameplay is horrible. Platforming is believably stiff, unresponsive, and clunky, which leads to so much frustration and ultimately ruins the whole experience. Definitely not worth it; there are literally hundreds of better platformers.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the reliance on retro pixel art as a shortcut that lacks quality, suggesting that both skilled artists and good graphics are essential for success. While the art style is deemed acceptable by some, overall impressions indicate dissatisfaction with the visual execution.
- “Unfortunately, while retro pixel graphics remove the need for developers to hire competent artists, that doesn't mean you can go without both artists and decent graphics. To be successful, you have to have both.”
- “The art style is okay, but everything else is pure garbage.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. However, some users noted a lack of a structured narrative, indicating that the game may not have a traditional story element.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “---{ story }---”
- “☑ no story”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as soothing and relaxing, providing a calming experience that allows players to unwind and feel at ease.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Timekiller music player”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized as quirky and unconventional, aligning with its odd hero and bizarre weapons and enemies. However, despite the charm in its comedic elements, the overall gameplay experience is marred by frustrating mechanics, leading to a negative impression of the game as a whole.
- “This game is an action platformer shoot 'em up from an indie team, not only with a weird hero but also with a weird sense of humor.”