Game review: Halloween Shooter

I'm certain there's a lot of games titled "Halloween Shooter", this one was released in October 2011 by Gameshot.org and Bored.com. The premise is simply to launch halloween-themed characters into their matching goals.

Summary of analysis
Lacking though possibly unnecessary tutorial elements, decent gameplay, mostly mouse-based controls with an awkward interface, appealing graphics, calm/casual music and amusing sound effects.

Tutorial/New player experience
The game is easy to play but relies a lot on trial and error and the absolute minimum of tutorial elements (i.e. it will tell the player about switching characters and point out their specific goal points).

Gameplay experience
It is an okay diversion, nothing really great however. The game's level design leaves a lot to be desired, especially when trying to fight physics and work around very awkward corners. To its credit, it's cutesy and extremely laid back gameplay.

Interface & Controls
Mostly mouse-driven control scheme with some keyboard hotkeys. The interface is occasionally problematic, especially with how often it's going to get accidentally interacted with in the course of trying to make awkward shots.

Graphics
The cartoon-style graphics are definitely the best element of the game, with rag doll character animation adding to the absurdity through their flailing around and slumping over after shots.

Music & Sound
Second to the graphics is the music and sound of the game. There's a subtle background music during the levels that's theme appropriate. The character sound effects are also amusing to listen to.

Commentary
There's little to say about this title, it had a lot going for it and a few notable issues. Probably the one thing that best aids it is being a short and simple game. Too many games go overboard with features, complex systems, and trying to appeal to far too wide an audience. If a game can manage to be fun, that's the most important thing.