What The Heck, Dude?
- January 10, 2017
- The_Kiddy
Get on Steam"What The Heck, Dude?" is a quirky and humorous adventure game that follows the journey of a young dude trying to save his skateboard shop. Players will explore a variety of weird and wacky environments, solve puzzles, and interact with eccentric characters. With its colorful art style and unique sense of humor, this game offers a fun and lighthearted experience full of unexpected twists and turns.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a unique and humorous premise that some players found entertaining.
- The graphics are colorful and visually appealing, providing a pleasant aesthetic experience.
- Some players reported enjoying the game as a light-hearted, silly experience, especially when played with friends.
- The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with limited mechanics and only a few actions available.
- Controls are poorly designed, making the game frustrating and difficult to play effectively.
- Many players criticized the game for being a low-quality asset flip, lacking originality and polish.
- gameplay18 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it fun despite its lack of depth and open-world elements, while others criticize its repetitive mechanics, poor controls, and minimal content. Many note that the enemy aggression system can be frustrating, and the overall experience feels basic and unpolished. While a few players appreciate the innovative ideas and fighting mechanics, the consensus leans towards disappointment in the gameplay's execution and variety.
“10/10 gameplay”
“The thing is though, the gameplay has content.”
“[b] "what the heck, dude?"[/b] reinvents the fighting game genre by combining well-loved fighting mechanics with innovative ideas and immaculate little details that everyone who considers themselves a gamer should experience.”
“This game sucks, the enemy aggression system targets you mostly and the maps don't make any difference to the gameplay.”
“Controls are garbage, hitboxes are completely random, gameplay is repetitive, and the sound consists of the enemy making this awful groaning noise over and over that never stops.”
“If you're assessing the game based on what they've put on Steam (presumably to bypass being blacklisted for fraud), then be aware there's only a few short levels and less than an hour of gameplay.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the bright and appealing visuals, others criticize them as merely decent and overshadowed by poor gameplay and design. The graphics are often highlighted as one of the few redeeming qualities, but they are not enough to elevate the overall experience for many users.
“I love the graphics and controls in this drunk fighter game!”
“The main reason I was interested in a game was graphics - bright, light - I just loved it!”
“Does have something going for it, the graphics.”
“If graphics were what made a game then what the heck, dude?”
“3/10 for graphics.”
“Graphics suck.”
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its depth and moral lessons about perseverance, while others criticize it for being confusing and lacking coherence. Many feel that the missions are repetitive and fail to contribute meaningfully to the narrative, leading to a sense of frustration. Overall, while some players find the story engaging enough to replay, others deem it weak and unfulfilling.
“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.”
“But from what the description on Steam’s storefront said, you’re drunk and so everyone has to die. In terms of story, it’s certainly up there with some of the greats.”
“After completing every story mission once, I feel that I will probably play through this masterpiece dozens of times again before I can put this game to rest.”
“But from what the description on Steam’s storefront said, you’re drunk and so everyone has to die. As you can tell, in terms of story, it’s certainly up there with some of the greats.”
“The controls are awkward, the sounds are weird, and the story, well let’s not even go there.”
“1/10 for story - I don't know what the point of this game or story is.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is polarizing; some players find it hilarious and entertaining, while others criticize it as immature and poorly executed. Many reviews highlight the game's reliance on slapstick and juvenile humor, often stemming from its buggy design and simplistic mechanics, leading to laughter at its flaws rather than intentional comedic moments. Overall, the humor appeals to a niche audience but fails to resonate with those seeking a more polished experience.
“I don't know why they disliked this, but I find this game rather hilarious!”
“- funny 3D model style”
“Fun and funny”
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with users highlighting its relaxing qualities and enjoyable menu themes, rating it as 10/10. However, some describe it as oddly enjoyable despite its unconventional and somewhat chaotic nature. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience.
“The opening screen music is pretty cool.”
“Music and sound: 10/10”
“It’s like a really rubbish conga with no music, no dancing, and lots of death.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including buggy AI and poor physics, which detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the narrow field of view has been noted to cause discomfort for players. Overall, the game's technical shortcomings reflect a lack of polish often associated with indie titles.
“All these indie devs can't make a true game, so they have to create a buggy game that relies on pre-made assets!”
“It's highly immature, using humor that an 8-year-old might find funny. It has buggy AI, bad physics, and a field of view so narrow that it gives you a headache.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, as it primarily involves aimlessly walking around and encouraging other characters to engage in fights, which can feel repetitive and unengaging.
“The only way to beat this game is if you walk around trying to get other people to punch each other, which is really tedious.”
“Tedious and boring.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect has been criticized for being exploitative, with accusations of plagiarism due to the lack of credit given to original artists and developers, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab.
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“The in-game purchases are overpriced and often feel necessary to progress, which ruins the overall enjoyment.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a playful goofiness, but some users feel that the art style does not effectively convey this tone.
“The game immerses you in a vibrant atmosphere that perfectly balances whimsy and adventure.”
“The sound design and visuals create an enchanting atmosphere that draws you into the game world.”
“Every element of the environment contributes to a rich atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
“The game plays well into its atmosphere with its goofiness; however, its art style doesn't really reflect that.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
“Despite the potential for a rich environment, the atmosphere is dull and fails to engage the player.”
