Month to 500 results are in, but also, some minor status updates

So in the period of one month, I’ve managed to cover 47 video game entries in total. It’s a decent result, though not really satisfying in the slightest. I’ve been having some issues, both with making some of the games work and completing them. Apart form that, I’ve been having a hard time dealing with some problems that my PC machine has been experiencing of lately. It’s nothing too grand, but I would probably focus on acquiring a better toaster this summer. I’ve also had some health issues myself, but again, they are nothing to be quacking all about.

While the marathon lasted, I also started working on a game. An actual game, that I am thinking about potentially selling, once it’s done being developed. The reason for me to do that is because I had an idea and an opportunity, which were further supported by a certain people who are willing to give me a hand in the project. Teamwork is great, even if sometimes the quality is not as clean as a bride’s dress in a ketchup factory.

So for a time being, I will post updates on twitter regarding the game development. In addition, I would like to finish the marathon, even though the initial results are already in. I’ll probably combine both of these and try to be done by the time my birthday comes, as I have special plans for that day and onward.

I still postponed some planned posts for the site, but surprises are meant to be surprising. Have you changed your socks recently? You should do that!

Super Gears N Gators – [⚙️ = 💔 ]

Struck by the Gear’s teeth the Gator recalls their most intimate memories.

The intense pain caused by the sharp, rusty metal transports them far away to the places of their memory.

They remember the delicious taste of home- made pizza served for lunch by their mother.

They remember the feeling of being rejected by the first girl they had a crush on.

They remember the early mornings where a cat would always climb over a nearby cherry tree.

And they recall at last, the sound of plead echoing in the night, as their body squirmed under the heavy assault of the acid rain.

Then finally their body respawns again…

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SUPER GEARS N GATORS GO BUY IT NOW, IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE FOREVER!

OneShot – But not really!

This game was requested many times by “camelpuncher”, a person who gets shot at least once a day, because that’s what living in a capital city is all about!

“I wish I could make a beautiful, unique and involving puzzle game on RPGMaker” – The spider in the corner of my room.

When I was first introduced to “OneShot”, I had weird expectations about the game. With its concept of having only one chance, one gameplay session, I thought it would try to be mean and send me over to the abyss of canned tuna, if I screw up at some point in the game. However, it turned out that the game is pretty generous about it, a bit too much for its own good perhaps. Getting the bad ending depends literally on you choosing to quit at any point, before you get to the end. Apart from that, the game also makes auto- saves and forces you to take brakes every now and then. It’s a one- shot type of deal where you can really take your time, but not really! Considering how short “OneShot” is, the player is unlikely to be in real need of a break between every ten to twenty minutes of a gameplay session. Given that we live in the era of busy machines, office parties and where everyone has some mental disorder, the job edition, there could always be a case of someone making use of those breaks – A true hardcore gamer who plays only for a bit each day, while investing the rest of their time into “actual” work. The word [actual] here can be understood in more ways than one!

In my opinion, if one is to make a short game, a good idea would be to work on making the game leave a strong impression on the player or having a decent replay value. With the way and idea this game was made, both of these are pretty much nonexistent. The game restricts itself for the sake of appearing unique, without the need to really do so. I notice the lack of commitment and dedication from the plot and the main character. So here we are, this is Niko, a cat person, but not really! Just because someone has the features of a cat creature, that does not necessary makes them related. You get to save a world by bringing a big light bulb to a place, but not really! The world is already dying due to other reasons and your quest won’t fix that – As acknowledge by the game itself via the words of a certain NPC. Now why is that? Did this game really need to try and appeal deep and whatnot itshowuwantittobe crap?  Maybe it was all experimental – After all, there is also a remastered version of the game on Steam, which supposedly covers most of the problems presented within’ the original release. Supposedly.

The art in the game is pretty great. Same goes for the music. They manage to create a pretty unique atmosphere, that fits well with the few location that you get to explore in the game. The character design is decent, but you usually meet characters once and off you go then. You are, after all, on a quest to save the world, but not really, as we just discussed. The puzzles are alright, but they are not all that difficult, mainly due to the fact that “there so much you can do” syndrome is presented. Watch out though! The game will break the fourth Chinese vase and try to make YOU part of the game, while installing many copies of “Earthworm Jim: The simulator” on your computer PC machine, without your permission! Your hidden bitcoin stashes might also be in danger!

4.7 out of 10!

The Nagatoro Saga – A drug that makes you squirm

 

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The White Chamber – Horror in Cyberpunk Space that you bite!

The last entry to the spooky LR19 volume for this year, a game that I was planning to make a post about one month ago. “The White Chamber” is an adventure game made with the Wintermute engine. I was quite curious to check out the tool itself and honestly, I was pretty impressed by the things you can do with it. Along with that, I was also surprised by the decent- sized game library that it had spawned, with some titles looking really intriguing. This one in general, I enjoyed quite a lot! The game features psychological horror elements, along with some cyberpunk aesthetics and a typical anime style for the early years of the past decade.

The game starts with a girl waking up from inside a coffin, with her memories about the past and her identity not being intact. It’s a setting I’m quite familiar with when it comes to introductions in certain games and movies, but honestly, I don’t see myself getting tired of it. What makes it better than other overused scenarios is the fact that it’s quite flexible and it gives the opportunity for the plot to do whatever and go wherever, without too much of a restriction really. The overall plot of “The White Chamber” is pretty good in my opinion, but I think that one should try it and experience it for themselves. This is a no- spoiler kingdom website- blog!

The whole story takes place on a space station. Some space station that is though, I’ve gotta give credit to the person behind the graphic and art design, as everything looks GREAT! This was some pretty creepy space station and the ambient sounds added to the whole atmosphere and experience fittingly well! When it comes to the horror part, the game goes for the whole “Dark world – Light world” gimmick, with the addition of subtlety involved. During my first run, the whole time I was expecting jump- scares or a chase sequence, but the game is too cool for that crap! “The White Chamber” is a pretty good example of the type of horror that I enjoy!

Another thing worth mentioning is the neat style of animation. This game features animated cutscenes, most of which are pretty short, but still enjoyable to watch. The puzzles in the game are really good and I honestly got stuck for quite a while at a certain, early point in the game. I was not bothered with it though.When your game is pleasant to look at, people won’t mind spending time with it, game progress or not. I like how they made some items in the game serving no purpose whatsoever, but they didn’t get crazy with the concept. You know what else I enjoyed? The game has various endings, some of which have certain requirements. However, the game has a way of indirectly giving you a hint as to how you are doing on your playthrough. THAT is quite helpful as it lets you analyze the outcome of your actions for a specific area or an event, early on. I’ve never seen a game do this before, at least not in such an effective way.

Things that I didn’t really enjoy – The “best” ending that you can achieve and that one “inside the console” Easter Egg. I don’t know, they feel kind of outdated as an ideas. They are silly. Dumb. Some people might still like them. I could have liked them if I played this game ten years ago. Maybe!

If you want to play a short adventure game with good puzzles and horror that doesn’t stink, this is the title for you. The game is also FREE! FREE!!!! I give it 8 out of 10.

There was something something about a steam- remastered version, which looks pretty promising, but why would you change the art style? Why does remastering a game is even a thing? Why can’t do world and the people be the way I want them? Wh..