Whateverland: Prologue

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Whateverland: Prologue is a single player action game. It was developed by Caligari Games and was released on June 10, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 67 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The art style and graphics are charming and well-executed, creating an intriguing atmosphere.
The voice acting is generally well-received, adding depth to the characters and story.
The game features interesting choices that can lead to different outcomes, enhancing replayability.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including broken achievements and graphical issues.
Some gameplay elements, like the inventory system, feel unnecessary and underutilized.
The dialogue can be repetitive and unskippable, which detracts from the overall experience.

graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
33%
13%
The graphics of the game have received mixed but generally positive feedback, with many players appreciating the unique hand-drawn art style and charming visuals that enhance the atmosphere. While some initially found the art style unappealing, it often grew on them over time, complemented by good voice acting and engaging music. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's quirky and immersive experience.
- “The voice acting and graphics are very well done.”
- “Now, whateverland looks great and it sports a hand-drawn approach when it comes to visuals.”
- “Good music, amazing atmosphere and graphics, interesting story, characters and world overall.”
- “Art style and dialogues are okay, but I just wanted to try the demo and now I'm afraid to touch it.”
- “Graphics: 6”
- “I didn't like the art style at first, but then it somehow becomes not so bad over time.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising it for its ambiance and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, while others find it repetitive or unappealing. Many appreciate the soundtrack's connection to the game's art style and characters, contributing positively to the experience, though a few users express indifference or mild dissatisfaction. Overall, the music is seen as a significant aspect that can either elevate or detract from the gameplay experience.
- “The music in this game is amazing, and it's very fun to play.”
- “Great music, nice atmosphere and graphics.”
- “Music is repetitive and grating.”
- “99% of the time I turn the background music off after a quick listen; I didn't for this.”
- “I wasn't too fond of the music, but it was okay... got this surreal French vibe from it for some reason.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
12%
19%
The story follows Vincent, a thief who finds himself in a captivating and strange world after being caught, with players praising its intriguing plot, meaningful choices, and delightful characters. The unique hand-drawn artwork and immersive atmosphere enhance the narrative experience, making it a compelling adventure that leaves players eager for more. Overall, while the story is engaging, some feel it may struggle to stand out in a crowded genre.
- “Intriguing story, unique hand-drawn paintings, and meaningful choices.”
- “The story is about Vincent, a thief, who is caught red-handed and is sent to a strange world.”
- “The beginning of the storyline is really catchy.”
- “I found the characters to be delightful and already am invested in them and the storyline.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The gameplay is praised for its non-linear structure, allowing players to approach tasks in various ways, and features a morality system that influences outcomes. While the demo showcases engaging mechanics, art style, and quirky writing, some users noted issues with voice acting and specific gameplay mechanics that need refinement. Overall, the demo effectively piques interest in the full game, highlighting its potential for an immersive experience.
- “The voice acting is good, and the non-linear gameplay where you can accomplish tasks using different approaches is very interesting.”
- “Exploring the area, mechanics, design, dialogue, acting, story, and puzzles were fun, smooth, and a really good incentive to complete the adventure.”
- “The mechanics involve your free choice and a morality system behind your actions that alter the way you proceed...with only one chance to get the good procedure through the game...one mistake and you'll need to resort to the bad end...which is honestly more satisfying as you get to skip the word puzzle and instead have a lockpicking puzzle...given your role, it felt more right.”
- “My two biggest complaints are 1) the voice acting needs improving; the voices for the supporting characters are fine enough and have a fitting quirkiness to them, but the voice of the main character is honestly quite dull. Since this is just a demo for the Kickstarter, it's understandable; I just hope the final version has better voice acting. 2) I was stuck at the pickpocketing segment, as no matter what buttons I pressed, I couldn't return the pick I had selected to replace it with one I needed. Maybe I missed something, and if so, I would appreciate it if someone told me. I hope this mechanic becomes more understandable in the full release.”
- “The mechanics involve your free choice and a morality system behind your actions that alter the way you proceed. However, with only one chance to achieve the good outcome, one mistake forces you to resort to the bad end, which is honestly more satisfying as you get to skip the word puzzle and instead have a lockpicking puzzle. Given your role, it felt more appropriate.”
- “The art style, gameplay mechanics, and quirky writing are very good for a teaser, but they also highlight some inconsistencies that need addressing in the full game.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, glitches, and problems with achievements not unlocking. Players have reported frustrating experiences such as blue screens during loading and characters behaving erratically, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
- “What a buggy mess... I finished it then restarted to get the 'Steal Cheese' achievement, but the game thought I already had it while it was on the table.”
- “The only downside are the occasional glitches that you have to face: you are faced with a blue screen when loading your saved game, so your best bet is to restart it and try again.”
- “Yes, it's a bit buggy, with hot spots not following along when the camera moves, or the character occasionally moving about with still legs, or achievements not unlocking at all.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charm, engaging artwork, and impressive graphics, complemented by a captivating soundtrack. Reviewers appreciate the overall immersive experience, which enhances the intriguing story and characters.
- “That was a fun and charming little ride; I really liked the artwork and atmosphere. I'm intrigued to see more...”
- “Good music, amazing atmosphere and graphics, interesting story, characters, and world overall.”
- “Great music, nice atmosphere and graphics.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny tutorial graphics and the charming personalities of the characters, particularly Nick, which contribute to an overall enjoyable and lighthearted style.
- “The quick tutorial graphics were helpful and funny.”
- “I'm loving the overall style, and the humorous nature of most characters (especially Nick's) is remarkable!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews do not specifically address optimization, focusing instead on the positive aspects of dialogues and vocal performances. Therefore, there is no relevant information regarding the game's optimization.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight the game's unique character design as a standout feature, contributing to a memorable and engaging character development experience. The distinct visual styles enhance players' connection to the characters, making their growth and evolution throughout the game more impactful.
- “+ unique character design.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to have higher replayability compared to similar titles, such as Pinstripe, due to its engaging content and mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “It reminds me a lot of Pinstripe, another dark comedy indie game I love, but this game seems to offer more replay value.”