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Review of Plumbers Don't Wear Ties on PS5

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Mar 2024
Cover image of Plumbers Don't Wear Ties on PS5
Gamefings Score: 2
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 05 Mar 2024
Genre: Visual novel
Developer: United Pixtures
Publisher: Kirin Entertainment

Introduction

After decades of obscurity, the infamous visual novel 'Plumbers Don't Wear Ties' has made its triumphant re-entrance into the gaming universe, courtesy of the PlayStation 5. Originally released in 1994 as a glorified photo montage with a more forgettable plot than last night's pizza leftovers, this romantic comedy doesn't just push the envelope; it rips it into shreds and uses it to fan the flames of its baffling narrative. Prepare for a dive into a world where plumbers apparently have fashion disadvantages, and choices are as easy to make as deciding what toppings to put on your cereal.

Gameplay

Engulf yourself in a narrative driven by absurd decision-making and bizarre commentary from narrators who sound more like your gaming buddies after a long night than professional voice actors. As if navigating their relationship wasn't difficult enough, John and Jane's destiny crumbles under the weight of their obnoxiously invasive parents, because family pressure can ruin even the most romantic parking lot encounters.

Graphics

Attempting to classify the graphics of 'Plumbers Don't Wear Ties' is like trying to explain quantum physics to a goat. The visuals are an odd mish-mash of still photographs and poorly animated sequences, resembling a computer crash in a kindergarten art class. The character models are so stiff they could double as the world's worst mannequins. Add in uninspired transitions that would make a PowerPoint presentation look like a cinematic masterpiece, and you start to wonder if 'United Pixtures' thought the target audience would be easily swayed by the promise of adult humor. The attempts at color filters and flashy displays could easily come from a 1990s rave-without the fun or the music.

Conclusion

In conclusion, 'Plumbers Don't Wear Ties' could serve as an educational tool on what happens when a game believes it's a surreal indie film but doesn't quite grasp what either of those terms entails. While it stands as a monumental case study in how not to craft a narrative or character development, it unintentionally succeeds in the 'so bad it's good' category. For those brave enough to experience this comedic disaster, it guarantees that no question regarding love and plumbing will go unasked, albeit in nonsensical, awkwardly peppy tones. While you may not wear ties like those indecisive plumbers, one thing is for certain: you'll walk away either marveling at the human capacity for bad decision-making or questioning your life choices like John when he tries to confess his career choices to Jane. Hold on tight to your controllers, kids; this is going to be a ride filled with more mishaps than successes, much like bad reality television.

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