WTC: Relentless Protagonist [SxS]

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Grendel and her "friend" must work together to find a way out of a strange school, where pupils and teachers alike are being killed

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

WTC: Relentless Protagonist [SxS] screenshot

+10

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

story9 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The story offers a mix of humor and intrigue, with engaging characters like Grendel, who adds comedic relief to the narrative.
There are multiple choices and endings, providing good replayability and a sense of agency in the storyline.
The art and music are well-executed, enhancing the overall experience with a variety of CGs and fitting soundtracks.

The pacing can feel slow at times, especially in the beginning and during certain scenes, which may detract from the overall engagement.
Some players found the writing quality lacking, comparing it to poorly written fan fiction, which could affect immersion.
The game may confuse newcomers who haven't played previous titles in the series, as it contains references and character overlaps that require prior knowledge.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
59%
10%
The story revolves around a mission to retrieve a world-destroying weapon, featuring a protagonist and Grendel who face various challenges, including ambushes and moral dilemmas. While the narrative starts slowly, it gains momentum with engaging character perspectives and a mix of murder mystery elements, ultimately leading to satisfying endings and enjoyable epilogues. Despite some initial confusion for newcomers, the story is entertaining with charismatic characters and offers replayability through multiple endings.
- “However, I will say that I liked how the story ends, assuming that you get one of the good endings, and the epilogues are quite enjoyable to read.”
- “If you enjoy visual novels, are looking for a story with some murder mystery, and don't mind that a few disturbing topics may be brought up, then this is worth a look.”
- “This story was definitely entertaining.”
- “I must say the story felt really confusing at the beginning as I didn't play any of the previous games.”
- “Shadow crew and the enemy of civilization are cool enemy groups; however, I wish they had more presence in the story.”
- “In fact, you can play this game as long as you don't mind the storyline overlaps or certain flashbacks where you can find yourself in a place that you cannot understand the arc.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's soundtrack is varied and well-integrated, featuring both royalty-free tracks and notable insert songs like "Someday" and "Fighter." Players appreciate the music's fitting ambiance, enhancing the overall experience, despite some tracks being less original. Overall, the music effectively serves its purpose within the game.
- “Finally, I enjoyed listening to the various music tracks.”
- “The music fits in quite well.”
- “Overall, the music mostly consists of royalty-free tracks; they do their intended purposes just fine.”
- “There are also some insert songs such as 'Someday' by All the Right Moves and 'Fighter' by Trial & Error.”
- “Also, there are lots of CGs and a varied soundtrack, although the latter won't count towards a user's global total until the game is out of 'profile features limited'.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The gameplay is characterized by a variety of choices and storylines, but it largely consists of clicking through poorly written dialogue typical of visual novels, which some players found disappointing. While achievements are easily obtainable, the overall interactive experience lacks depth and quality.
- “As for the gameplay, there are numerous choices presented as well as different stories to follow.”
- “As for the gameplay in which I'm mainly referring to achievements, I had no problems obtaining all of them.”
- “Now that I've gone over the story and gameplay, I'll move onto my thoughts.”
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by charismatic characters and amusing interactions, particularly between the protagonist and Grendel, who adds a comedic touch with her antics. While some moments are genuinely funny, others can be disturbing, showcasing the writers' skill in creating unexpected twists that challenge players' perceptions. Overall, the game offers a mix of humor that enhances its replayability and engagement.
- “I like witnessing how the protagonist and Grendel cope with their situation, and Grendel is hilarious as always, wanting the protagonist to pay for her meals and do all the work for her.”
- “The game definitely has some funny moments and charismatic characters, along with a lot of options for replayability and trying to get all the endings and achievements.”
- “On the other hand, WTC: RP offers quite a humorous experience.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are generally well-received, with commendations for the artwork and visuals that evoke nostalgia for college life. However, there are suggestions for improvements in the textbox and user interface to enhance the overall experience.
- “Good story, good lineup of playable characters, and excellent artwork; some of the teachers made me miss college life.”
- “Controller support was nice; the music and visuals are just fine.”
- “Some graphical improvements for the text box and user interface should be looked into.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books tedious, likening the experience to a frustratingly slow reading process where each sentence requires a click to advance, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative.
- “Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best. Imagine the best novel you ever read, whether it's 'Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', '2001: A Space Odyssey', or 'Twilight' (if you have terrible taste in literature), but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
- “Grinding feels like an endless chore, where progress is painfully slow and the rewards are minimal. It turns what could be an engaging experience into a monotonous task.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel more like a job than a source of entertainment. I found myself losing interest quickly as I was forced to repeat the same actions over and over.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews highlight a strong emotional response to the game's themes, particularly in relation to the developer's handling of criticism, which some users perceive as immature and defensive. This dynamic creates a charged atmosphere that amplifies feelings of frustration and intimidation among players.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The game offers significant replayability, allowing players to explore multiple endings and achievements, which enhances the overall experience despite a mediocre plot. Its humorous moments and charismatic characters further encourage players to revisit the game.
- “The game offers a lot of options for replayability, allowing players to explore different endings and achievements.”
- “Even if played as a standalone title, the game has plenty of replay value with its humorous moments and charismatic characters.”
- “There are numerous paths to take, making each playthrough feel fresh and encouraging players to return for more.”
- “The game lacks significant changes in gameplay or story on subsequent playthroughs, making it feel repetitive and less engaging.”
- “Once you've experienced the main storyline, there isn't much incentive to replay, as the choices don't lead to drastically different outcomes.”
- “While the game offers multiple endings, the journey to reach them feels tedious and doesn't provide enough variety to warrant multiple playthroughs.”