VN - Ren'Py - Abandoned - Detective Necro [v0.55 Hotfix] [BlackHandGames]

Before I begin my review I'd first like to address why the dev abandoned this game for those who don't know.

Somebody asked the dev to include NTR. The dev said no. The person then went on a harassment campaign against the dev. The dev said he decided to abandon the game once his family started receiving threats.

The dev has said that despite reporting this person for their behavior they are still active on the forums (and he also mentioned Discord). I don't know who the person is since the dev refuses to name them. He considers revealing their handle "doxxing".

Yes, this game was abandoned because some loser didn't get his precious kink added and sperged out.

Review...

I liked this game very much. I wasn't sure if I would since VNs with fantasy creatures can be really hit or miss, but the dev really hooked me here.

The writing is solid. The occasional grammar error or misspelling, but they are few and far between.

The story is interesting. A lot of things going on at once, unfortunately with the game being abandoned there isn't any resolution, but the journey through the current build was fun.

I like the characters. The character models we very good for the most part. A few of the body types (in particular Lily) didn't appeal to me. That didn't ruin the characters for me though.

There is no sound at all. Neither music or sound effect.

The characters should have been emoted more for better flow with the dialogue. Sometimes you'll sit on a single expression from a character through an entire conversation.

It really saddens me this was abandoned. I had gotten invested in some of the stories and was really curious to see how they would play out. I'm sad we'll never see it. Still glad I played it though. Recommend.

author is very talented, superb characters, rare generally underutilized setting, interesting plot, amazing backgrounds, very very good game.

obviously would be better with sound (no sound at the moment i played, doesnt bother me much tbh)

This is my first review, and i'm only doing it because the game is so great and well made.
Great story if you like fantasy genre, humor, and sex.
Great models and characters, they are very captivating.
Very well written story.
I'm sad i can't support him on patreon

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Detective Necro is a thrilling and unique gaming experience that seamlessly blends the genres of detective mystery and supernatural fantasy. With its gripping narrative and diverse cast of characters, it's hard not to be captivated by this game.

The story of Detective Necro takes you on a rollercoaster ride through a world where magic and modern technology coexist. As you follow the skilled detective, you'll find yourself drawn into a compelling web of mysteries, factions, and intriguing choices. The game's lore is rich, offering a detailed and immersive experience that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

The characters are the heart and soul of this game. Each one is beautifully rendered, and their distinct personalities and kinks make for a memorable and engaging experience. From the enchanting Lily, the charismatic demon, to the enigmatic partner cop, every character brings something unique to the table. You'll find yourself forming genuine connections and even falling in love with them, making every choice in the game feel impactful.

Detective Necro has the perfect balance between a captivating story and sensuous adult content. The developer has masterfully crafted a world where the two coexist harmoniously. It's a testament to the game's brilliance that the story is so gripping that you almost forget about the sex scenes, even though they're top-notch.

In summary, Detective Necro is a game that deserves all the attention it can get. It's a 5-star gem that offers a unique, intriguing, and immersive experience that is a must-play for fans of both detective mysteries and adult content. Don't miss out on this fantastic journey into the unknown!

I really like this i also like the story and the factions and characters and deals and choices. There is a lot of content here already and there's so much more to go in your journey and rise to power and it looks like you can get there in various directions or not even seek power and be content with your growing harem. I like this feeling of the story could go in various directions. I really like the characters.

Captivating story, Nicely written dialogue, Lots of character variation, Good renders and animations. Definitly one of my new favorites. Looking forward to what comes in the future this game deserves alot more attention than what it currently gets. Props to the dev for completely smashing it out of the park.

Great game with potentiel, the story was starting to get interesting and varied cast of caracters and races.

I love the from two different world style/type of lovers.

i hope the "on hold" doesn't last to long.

The game is probably closer to a 4 for me technically speaking, but I've enjoyed it, so I'll give it a 5.

I have liked the characters and their relationships, the world, and overall plot quite a bit. Feels pretty unique and refreshing for these types of games that I have experienced thus far.

My only real complaint would be that the MC is supposed to be a skilled detective, but this doesn't really get the chance to shine through very often in the story.

The first big case that comes up seems to be handled pretty casually by the characters in the game and it feels like they lack the expected urgency for solving it.

Additionally, the writer often drops some teasers/breadcrumbs/foreshadowing for the readers that point towards certain outcomes or potential developments. However, the skilled detective MC is usually also present for these things, yet he tends to seem pretty oblivious to them or unable to figure out their meaning, even though they sometimes seem fairly obvious.

Version 0.55

I enjoyed how this game attempts to approach things from the perspective it did. the world building and plot are good

However what's annoyed me the most is the dialogue. It's packed with fluff and unnecessary filler. you can have the MC and another character go back and forth on filler alone. there's a part where MC apologises for nothing all the time and says things like "I guess abc". okay this sounds a little nitpicky but it adds up over time. other times you have characters say exactly what they are going to do like when mc is talking to V...Vasaer? and he say he doesn't want anything to eat & he's going to sit on the couch. Like... he didn't need to say he was going to sit on the couch he needed to just do it. thing is there's alot of instances like this where writers emphasize "show don't tell". not every single thing has to be expressed verbally. trust that your audience understands when the ex (forgot her name) says she wants to talk to MC, if MC agrees, she says "I'm happy you agreed". like..... ofc she's happy we don't need to read that as dialogue. this sounds super nitpicky but these are only examples and it leaves the game feeling padded by all this dialogue and fluff that doesn't need to be there and MC starting to seem like those cringey overpolite people to the point where it's annoying. please, may he stop apologising for nothing and get to the point sometimes. he also doesn't need to share personal details with strangers or justify how he is. like in the icecream shop. but he's jokes where sometimes funny. sometimes lame funny but I liked it I'll give him that

Second annoyance is the women. there's no emotional depth. like who are these people and other than their models why should I care or be invested in them as characters. an example is The orc girlfriend. supposedly he's been with her through thick and thin but I didn't really get that. there's a part where you have the option to break up but I chose not to because I wanted to see what she's about. but there's really nothing there. she asks if its alright to have kids after that and what bothered me was that I wasn't invested in her even by then. I wanted to like her but I just couldn't. I feel like alot could have been done with the dynamic and actual depth been created but she's more like a prop that goes with almost all the girls.

Seeing as this is Dev's first game (I could be mistaken) it's understandable and better than you'd expect. I have no doubt that the next games will definitely be good.

incredible story, decided to give this a try on a whim and i've actually never been more invested, great world building and great characters, to the point i didn't even care about the adult stuff, and i mean that in the best way possible. fair play to the Dev for this one, got my ass good

Version 0.55

The idea (main narrative) is really unique and intersting. I really like it. Though I would really like to see (read) more background info about this whole universe, how it works, relations between races and stuff.

Girls are beautiful, okey maybe except few of them, but it's a matter of taste, so I am not gonna dwell on it.
Lily (demon), as a character is just wow, dialogues with her are just priceless, like seriously, almost every interaction with her is a blast. My favourite Li so far in a game.

Though, I must admit that sometimes writing (dialogues) lack a soul, sometimes it's confusing, sometimes it appear out of nowhere and too far fetched, like MC falling in love with Rose just after few days he fucked her, it just doesn't work like that.

But in general it is a blast, looking forward to more content.

This is such a good game. Excellent writing and characters and the women are freaking hot. I love the models being used for the fantasy races, makes the game unique. Glasha is bae. Love me demon mommy Lillia and the kinky partner cop as well.

Visuals(4):
-The models are nice so its got that going for it. Rest of it is fairly mediocre though.
Writing(2.5)
-The writing is bland (dialogue, characters, and plot) and while the concept is fairly unique and the world building is interesting the game doesn't really utilize it well. Honestly it just feels like the game fell short of the finish line on being good.

So in the end the game isn't horrible but it's nothing to right home about. Give it a try and form your own opinion dumbass.

Really good game, renders are great, I like the characters, lots of diverse characters with various kinks and all of that good stuff. The writing is great also and I like the story, but at the same time it's also why I had to dock a star. Its sort of jarring, in a way, that it blends both magic and fantasy but also modern technology and modern times. In my opinion it doesn't mix so great and makes the setting kind of off. If you can get over that, the games a gem for sure.

Was playing and getting pretty invested, the writing is rather solid imo and man, all the qts, good stuff so far for sure. I’m definitely gonna be keeping up with this one. Hopefully this will continue to be decently intriguing,

Version Reviewed: 0.5

This is one of the more unique visual novels on this site. There are lots of different races in the game and most of them live side by side with each other without major issues. There is some hate towards the orcs however.

Most everything about the game is above average to good, however only the story really stands out as being excellent. Some of the renders look grainy as if not enough passes were done on them during rendering. The only H / sex scene that I really liked was with Faiza. The others felt average, inadequate, and/or rushed.

I enjoy a good story but I want it to be more of a summary and not a book. Some of the writing is too verbose for me. The characters are well done overall and they all have unique personalities.

Better renders and sex scenes (with real animations) would put this game at 5 stars for me. The two frame animations just don't cut it in 2023. It feels very lazy. I want a good story and good sex scenes. As I said, the story is excellent but the sex scenes with archaic animations are inadequate and often short/rushed. The Faiza sex scene towards the end of version 0.5 was well done overall.

The cast is a bit large for my taste which makes progression with individual character feel like a slow burn. The MC is introduced to new girl after new girl repeatedly. Since there are so many, only the main cast have developed personalities. I would prefer more focus and deeper relationships with the main characters. I'm hoping for some sexy Grace content in future versions.

The progression with the MC is way too slow. At the end of version 0.5, he still can barely do any magic and has no control over it. He knows only a few basic spells and can barely cast those. He is still an infant in skill and knowledge but with a nuclear power plant backing him up. I thought there would be some progression with his magic abilities at this point but there is really very little.

It will be interesting to see how the story progresses. I hope there will be different paths based on which of the four "bosses" the MC chooses to follow. This would make the story very interesting and keep me glued to future updates. I also hope there is a "good" route and an "evil" route with the MC. This could easily tie in to which boss the MC chooses to follow in the end.

Overall, a solid story driven slow burn visual novel that is worth a playthrough! I recommend it and encourage others to give it a try!

Good game, good characters, great story

when a game has me hoping for the next installment, even as I load the current one, is a Good game, and this one does that

all the ladies are great in their own way, all have distinct personalities and are likeable

looking forward to more of this game and even further games the Dev may dream up

Pretty good so far.

The story is interesting and original, truly feels like one of those games on this site where the dev cares about making a good story instead of just a jumbled mess of h-scenes. The characters are fleshed out and actually feel like real people. One of the points I really like is that the main character is, for once, not a pushover or a complete dumbass. He asserts himself and demands answers when they are needed.

However, one thing I have an issue with is the renders. While a lot of them are good, some have very apparent problems with the proportions of body parts, specifically stuff like the mouths (Natasha), chins (Ophelia), face shapes (Glasha), etc. Either they look outright wrong, or they're inconsistent with other CGs. (In the scene with Vasaer and Glasha outside before meeting Natasha, Glasha's hoodie is freaking out for some reason?) Though, the most obvious and disturbing of them all is the body size/head size ratio of short characters like goblins and kids. This is very, very unsettling as it almost looks like macrocephaly or something, especially when combined with the inconsistent nature said proportions, which sometimes makes their heads change size from one CG to another. Granted however, extreme instances like these are somewhat rare.

Furthermore, there are some extremely minor and scarce grammar mistakes and typos here and there, but nothing some proofreading or copy/pasting into a text editor can't fix.

In any case, if the render issues were fixed, this would definitely be a 5/5. Keep it up mate.

[v0.5]
Played through the game.

Skipped most of the dialog.
For me such dig plot is too much. I am not fond of reading books while playing a game.

BUT I liked h-scenes a lot. They are made beautifully and with a good quality.

And I liked the orc(?) character.

Review of v0.5

Great Game, Excellent story, unique models. Would be a sure fire 5 star game if it had proper animations.

Even without them its a good play. Decent amount of content. I look foreward to future releases.