Whiskey.Mafia. Leo's Family
- July 21, 2020
- VICTORIA Games
- 7h median play time
Get on Steam"Whiskey.Mafia. Leo's Family" is a gangster-themed game set in 1920s New York, where you play as Christopher, the son of a port worker, striving to achieve the American dream. Engage in criminal activities, build alliances, and uncover traitors in this immersive world recreated with detailed pixel art and an original soundtrack. The game features various mini-games, achievements, and a non-linear plot, offering multiple story paths and the "Whiskey.Mafia.Jazz" experience. Character limit: 328/400.
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Reviews
- The game features a captivating gangster story set in the 1920s, with a well-crafted atmosphere and engaging pixel art.
- The soundtrack complements the gameplay nicely, enhancing the overall experience.
- Despite its short length, the game offers an interesting narrative with some fun mini-games and references to classic mafia culture.
- The gameplay is minimal, primarily consisting of clicking through text with very few interactive elements, making it feel more like a visual novel than a game.
- The story is short and linear, with many players expressing disappointment over its abrupt ending and lack of meaningful choices.
- There are significant issues with grammar and translation, which detract from the immersion and overall quality of the narrative.
- story112 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story, set in the 1920s gangster era, is generally described as interesting and engaging, with many players appreciating its themes of crime and moral choices. However, it is often criticized for being short, linear, and predictable, with some noting issues with writing quality and abrupt endings. Overall, while the narrative has its merits, it may not satisfy those seeking a deep or complex storyline.
“Whiskey Mafia is a thrilling gangster story set in the 1920s of New York.”
“Leo's family is an exciting quest where players need to investigate a murder in a mafia family, revealing secrets and solving puzzles.”
“The game tells the story of Christopher's life, who faces a difficult choice: to live a quiet and calm life of an exemplary family man or to start engaging in dark mafia affairs.”
“Very short, linear story game.”
“The storyline is predictable and cliche, and not even endearingly so.”
“Another problem with the story is that basically you have only one choice that you can take in the story and it makes it feel really plain.”
- music49 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, with many reviewers highlighting its pleasant, relaxing soundtracks that complement the pixel art and storyline. The original compositions, often described as jazzy or reminiscent of classic films, enhance the overall experience, making it a standout feature despite some criticisms of the gameplay itself. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant asset that adds personality and depth to the game.
“An interesting atmospheric game, pleasant relaxing music and beautiful pixel graphics.”
“Great relaxing music that further immerses you in the atmosphere of a gangster story.”
“The graphics and music are very pleasant and immerse you in the atmosphere.”
“Regardless of the music and ambient style, this is a quite boring and stupid game.”
“The pixel art and the music, that's what you're paying $2.50 for... that's it.”
“Whiskey Mafia seems like a quick cash grab with most of the effort put into the pixel art and music, leaving a lot to be desired for the rest of the product.”
- graphics37 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are predominantly praised for their retro pixel art style, which effectively creates an atmospheric experience and complements the engaging storylines. While many reviews highlight the quality and charm of the pixel graphics, some note that they can feel generic or reminiscent of other recent 2D games. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the game's appeal despite minor graphical bugs.
“Excellent plot, high-quality graphics and sound design make the game exciting and unpredictable.”
“An interesting atmospheric game, pleasant relaxing music and beautiful pixel graphics.”
“The graphics of the game are at a high level as well as the soundtrack that adds personality to this project.”
“A visual novel with pixelated graphics and poor English.”
“There are minor graphical bugs that spoil the overall impression of the game.”
“Start developing 16-bit/32-bit games if you'd like to continue with the graphics-based games.”
- atmosphere30 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive early 20th-century New York setting, enhanced by beautiful pixel art and a relaxing soundtrack that captures the essence of the gangster era. Reviewers highlight the combination of engaging visuals, pleasant music, and a compelling storyline, which together create a captivating and atmospheric experience. However, some note that technical issues, such as poor punctuation, can detract from the overall immersion.
“An interesting atmospheric game, pleasant relaxing music and beautiful pixel graphics.”
“Great relaxing music that further immerses you in the atmosphere of a gangster story.”
“The graphics and music are very pleasant and immerse you in the atmosphere.”
“The game has potential because it is made in the style of the mafia, which definitely gives it the atmosphere of the time. My assessment of the game will be good, and I can recommend it for purchase.”
“I give an overall rating of 7/10 and recommend the rest to plunge into this atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere makes you plunge into an already interesting story.”
- gameplay29 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this title is largely criticized for its minimal interaction, primarily consisting of clicking through text and a few simplistic puzzles, which detracts from the overall experience. While the pixel art and narrative are appreciated, many players find the lack of engaging mechanics and repetitive actions disappointing, leading to a perception that it is more of an interactive story than a traditional game. Overall, the gameplay is described as weak, with many expressing a desire for more substantial mechanics and player involvement.
“Interesting storyline and addictive gameplay.”
“Good gameplay, nice sounds, music.”
“Atmospheric 8-bit style gameplay with pleasant soundtracks that fit the times.”
“There is no real gameplay here.”
“The game merely requires the player to press the left button to progress through text—this constitutes the entirety of the game mechanics.”
“The gameplay is weak and player interaction with the story is rather boring, clicking on a few signs, people, and boxes, but that's something you could eventually forgive to the game that is aiming for the story.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally regarded as decent, with some users highlighting it as great. Overall, it appears to perform well without significant issues.
“The optimization of the game is at a decent level.”
“A great optimization.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching and unexpected moments, with many users noting the impactful and heartfelt nature of the script.
“This is very touching and unexpected.”
“There were touching moments in the script.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates solid stability with minimal freezing issues reported, and users note that it rarely glitches despite its impressive graphics and design.
“Sometimes it freezes, but not much.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of Whiskey Mafia is perceived as a cash grab, with many reviews suggesting that the positive feedback may be artificially inflated, resembling paid advertisements. Critics feel that the game's focus on pixel art and music overshadows its overall quality and value.
“Whiskey Mafia seems like a quick cash grab with most of the effort put into the pixel art and music, leaving a lot to be desired for the rest of the product.”
“Speaking of, read all the positive reviews and tell me if those don't sound like paid advertisements.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny and challenging missions, complemented by incredibly well-designed characters that enhance the comedic experience.
“Funny and challenging missions with incredibly well-designed game characters!”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, making even the toughest challenges enjoyable!”
“I love how the witty dialogue and quirky characters keep me laughing throughout the game!”
