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Review of Haunted Junction: Seitokai Badge wo Oe! on PlayStation

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Jan 1997
Cover image of Haunted Junction: Seitokai Badge wo Oe! on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 01 Jan 1997
Genre: Puzzle/Comedy
Developer: C.P. Brain
Publisher: MediaWorks

Introduction

If you've ever thought that your school experience was missing a hauntingly good time, then enter the realm of 'Haunted Junction: Seitokai Badge wo Oe!' This wacky, supernatural puzzle game is like if Scooby-Doo had a lovechild with a puzzle piece and then went on to raise it in a haunted high school. Dive into a world sprinkled with ghostly antics and find yourself chuckling while you piece together outrageous puzzles! Let's unearth the gems buried beneath the discord of a crazy ghost committee!

Gameplay

'Haunted Junction: Seitokai Badge wo Oe!' isn't your run-of-the-mill puzzle game; it's almost like a ghostly scavenger hunt combined with intellectual gymnastics. You take on the role of Haruto Houjou, the reluctant president of the Holy Student Council, who is battling the trivialities of ghostly apparitions and existential dread while trying to earn those prestigious badges. Your mission? Gather those elusive badges, all while being teased by spirits and exorcising more than just your own demons. The puzzles are varied and often involve using items in your inventory to solve challenges that range from hilariously simple to cunningly complex. It's a brain workout, with a side order of quirky humor--just what we need while trying to fend off the ghosts of high school past! Plus, the game's light-hearted dialogue and comedic scenarios ensure that your gaming experience has a light-hearted tone, even as the supernatural chaos unfolds all around.

Graphics

Now, let's talk visuals. The graphics are reminiscent of late '90s anime, embracing a cheerful, colorful aesthetic that feels like it jumped right off the pages of a manga. Every character is delightfully exaggerated, with expressions that could rival the best meme faces. The spirits of the school boast unique designs that capture their mischievous personalities perfectly. Combine that with dynamic backgrounds reminiscent of anime settings and you've got a visual feast fit for an after-school snack. It's a bit nostalgic-like biting into your favorite childhood candy-and you may find yourself reminiscing about when life was simpler. Or maybe that's just the ghost haunting you.

Conclusion

In a nutshell, 'Haunted Junction: Seitokai Badge wo Oe!' is a puzzle game that thrives on its peculiar charm and light-hearted approach to the supernatural. It has its fair share of quirky characters, humorous dialogue, and challenges that keep you engaged while tickling your funny bone. Is it going to win Game of the Year? Probably not. But if you want a slice of whimsical fun, tinged with the supernatural and garnished with ghostly puzzles, it's an entertaining ride! So, grab a controller, summon some spirits (or just your friends), and let the haunted hijinks commence! Oh, and if you get stuck in a puzzle, just remember to channel your inner ghost hunter; maybe they can help you figure it out-or just scare you enough to push the right buttons.

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