绝望监牢 / 絶望プリズン
- February 13, 2020
- STUDIO WASABI
Get on SteamSuddenly the so called doppelganger incident occurred in a usually peaceful school, causing the members of the occult research department to begin an investigation about the conspiracy behind it.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a cool art style and music that many players enjoy.
- It gives off Danganronpa vibes, which some players find appealing.
- Players appreciate the unique concept and enjoy making up their own stories.
- The game is poorly written and feels like a cash grab from mobile developers.
- It lacks an English translation, making it inaccessible for non-Chinese speakers.
- The presence of predatory microtransactions and time-gated content frustrates players.
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of "Prison of Despair" has been criticized as predatory, featuring time-gated chapters and aggressive microtransactions that exploit players for profit. Reviewers express frustration over the app's transition from a poorly executed mobile game to a paid title on Steam, labeling it a cash grab by developers.
“But let's get to the main problem, this garbage mobile app polluting Steam isn't even free; it's got nasty, predatory mobile app microtransactions in it.”
“The chapters are time-gated, so you need to wait a long time or pay a lot of money to the mobile app scammers in charge of this cash grab.”
“Prison of Despair is a non-English mobile app/e-book/choose your own adventure that's been dumped on Steam as a cash grab by greedy mobile devs.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics have been criticized for being subpar, with locked resolutions and controls that detract from the experience, particularly on high-end displays. However, the art style and music received some positive remarks, indicating a mixed reception overall.
“Apart from just being an e-book rather than a proper game, the other hallmarks of mobile apps are there: locked resolution and controls, with no way to improve the poor visuals that seem designed for an iPhone instead of a 4K high refresh gaming display.”
“The graphics are incredibly outdated and lack any real detail, making the game feel more like a low-budget project than a modern title.”
“I was really disappointed with the visuals; they look like they belong in a game from a decade ago, which is unacceptable for a new release.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game appears to be less engaging for some players, as one user mentioned not understanding the Chinese text and resorting to creating their own narrative through gameplay.
“I don't read Chinese, so I just kept clicking and made up my own story along the way.”
“The plot was so predictable that I could guess the ending within the first hour.”
“The characters felt one-dimensional and lacked any real development throughout the game.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its quality and how it complements the overall art style.
“I love the art style and the music.”
“The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall experience.”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.”
