Whateverland: Prologue

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Whateverland: Prologue is a glimpse into the universe of an adventure game. Try this little adventure and please share your thoughts with us! We want to make this game as good as possible and we would really appreciate your feedback. Whateverland is a hand-painted point-n-click adventure game with a branching dialogue system, non-linear gameplay, various endings, and unique in-game turn-based str…

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique hand-drawn art style and intriguing atmosphere that many players found charming.
Voice acting is generally well-received, with some characters delivering engaging performances that enhance the experience.
The prologue offers multiple paths and choices, allowing for replayability and different puzzle-solving approaches.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including broken achievements and issues with loading, which detracts from the overall experience.
Some players found the dialogue repetitive and the inability to skip certain scenes frustrating.
The main character's voice acting was criticized for being dull compared to other characters, impacting immersion.

graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
30%
13%
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their unique hand-drawn art style, which many players found charming and atmospheric. While some initially had mixed feelings about the art, it often grew on them over time, contributing to an overall enjoyable visual experience. The combination of appealing visuals, good animation, and fitting music enhances the game's quirky and engaging atmosphere.
- “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.”
- “I really enjoyed the setting and plot line of this game, the artwork is unique and cool.”
- “The graphics are quite disappointing and lack detail.”
- “The visuals feel outdated and don't match the expectations for a modern game.”
- “I found the graphics to be underwhelming and not immersive at all.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its ambiance and integration with the art style, describing it as lovely and atmospheric. However, others find it repetitive or grating, leading them to turn it off. Overall, while many appreciate the soundtrack and its contribution to the game's mood, there are notable dissenting opinions regarding its quality.
- “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, delightful characters, and meaningful choices. 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 the crowded point-and-click genre.
- “Intriguing story, unique hand-drawn paintings, and meaningful choices.”
- “I found the characters to be delightful and already, am invested in them and the storyline.”
- “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 art style, music, and quirky writing enhance the experience, some users noted issues with voice acting and specific mechanics, such as a frustrating pickpocketing segment. Overall, the demo effectively engages players and builds anticipation for the full game.
- “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.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charm, engaging artwork, and captivating music, contributing to an immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the combination of stunning graphics and an intriguing story that enhances the overall ambiance.
- “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.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches such as blue screens during loading, characters behaving erratically, and achievements failing to unlock. These bugs detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration for players.
- “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.”
- “What a complete buggy mess this thing is.”
- “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.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 in the provided texts.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight the game's unique character design as a standout feature, contributing to a rich and engaging character development experience. This distinctiveness enhances players' emotional connections and investment in the characters' journeys. Overall, the character development is praised for its creativity and depth.
- “+ 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 dark comedy elements and varied gameplay experiences.
- “It reminds me a lot of Pinstripe, another dark comedy indie game I love, but this game seems to offer more replay value.”