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Head Case - Review

Review by Denk

Ratings

Parser/Vocabulary
8
Atmosphere
8
Cruelty
Merciful
Puzzles
7
Overall
8
Written:
21-03-2023
Last edited:
Platform:
Z-Machine

This is a fairly small but fun puzzler. You start out in a waiting room with a barred door and only direct access to one more room. The premise, which you will understand later, is an original take on a more common plot.




Parser/Vocabulary (Rating: 8/10)

Standard Inform parser reacting as it should.

Atmosphere (Rating: 8/10)

The writing is terse but I think that is fine for this kind of game.

Cruelty (Rating: Merciful)

I don't think the game can become unwinnable.

Puzzles (Rating: 7/10)

Good but never brilliant.

Overall (Rating: 8/10)

If you like puzzles and small games, this is a nice diversion for perhaps an hour or less if you are experienced in puzzle solving. Also, the story has an original touch despite being based on some common tropes.