Everhood

 PC
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 58 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 58
  3. Negative: 7 out of 58

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  1. erake
    Apr 23, 2021
    5
    God damn this game is mid ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
  2. piglordofallham
    Aug 16, 2022
    7
    Its a worthy concept, and at least an interesting twist on the RPG format, but dodging out of the way of musical combo "blocks" over a trippy guitar hero-esque rolling music sheet isn't exactly up to the sheer breadth and overall better quality writing on offer in other more unique indie Action/ Turn-based RPG's released within the last few years. Undertale is still a crowning achievementIts a worthy concept, and at least an interesting twist on the RPG format, but dodging out of the way of musical combo "blocks" over a trippy guitar hero-esque rolling music sheet isn't exactly up to the sheer breadth and overall better quality writing on offer in other more unique indie Action/ Turn-based RPG's released within the last few years. Undertale is still a crowning achievement simply because it does a lot with very little, Everhood feels like the inverse is happening- a larger team of developers purposely added flourishes of visuals in contrast with a minimalistic approach to everything else. Even the animations aren't particularly that interesting during fights, so even if the characters designs are rather creative and charming, they are easily forgotten when compared to the soundtracks they just happen to accompany. Everhood is kind of one concept stretched a little too thin, and with its story being so barebones it has to fall back hard on its one gimmick which isn't really that well made to begin with. The note-dodging unto itself is a little odd on the timing, which might turn some people off who are just looking for a fun alternate roleplaying experience. Otherwise its "quirky," and that's very in right now, which is kind of a shame since the end of game ends up being kind of a pretentious cavalcade of ideas thrown in right at the last second and sort of detract from the initially interesting introduction.… Expand

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#31 Best PC Game of 2021
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#85 Most Discussed PC Game of 2021

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Jeuxvideo.com
    Feb 7, 2022
    75
    One way or another, Everhood will forever leave its mark on your gaming journey.
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  2. CD-Action
    Nov 15, 2021
    90
    Chris Nordgren and Jordi Roca created something unique and delightful. Everhood’s music-based combat system is absolutely brilliant in its simplicity and addictive as hell, the soundtrack is stellar, and I enjoyed the surreal atmosphere and the story which often breaks the fourth wall. It’s a gem you should definitely play. [05/2021, p.30]
  3. GamingTrend
    Mar 31, 2021
    90
    Everhood is a fantastic freshman effort that brings unexpected and refreshing spins to both the RPG and rhythm genre. The creative combat system and repeat-friendly soundtrack are definitely strong points but the thought-provoking story elevates the unusual adventure to excellent heights.
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