Not Exactly A Hero: Story Game

Seeking for a fresh superhero game experience that challenges the usual clichéd stories? “Not Exactly A Hero: Visual Novel, Story-driven Adventure Game” is the game for you! The game stars with Riley, an agent whose role is to assist superheroes in their daily activities. The unique aspect of this game is the fact that Riley is merely an ordinary citizen just like any of us.


The game offers numerous encounters with various characters that you must navigate through. These characters include: your anxious boss, Chief, trying to keep up with the low budget issues; your colleague Chris, who constantly indulges in self-praise; and a mischievous 'Oobur' driver with a penchant for instigating others. Furthermore, you will meet a kebab truck owner with a bizarre personality, amongst others. As you play the game, your choices will shape the relationships you establish with each of these characters, influencing the outcome of the story.


The game boasts of a distinctive gameplay experience, allowing every playthrough to feel new, in the form of multiple decisions you must make. Each choice made will leave a significant impact on the outcome of the game, with a total of nine different endings to explore, depending on your choices as the protagonist.


The game's most significant features are its novel-style adventure gameplay, witty scenarios like those in Marvel movies, and visually stunning illustrations. The game also boasts an exciting messenger-style gameplay featuring four main characters other than the player character, with different routes to follow for each. Completing the game is rewarded with 32 achievements and 48 collectible illustrations for the completionist.


If anything in life makes you feel unspecial, this game serves to remind you that everyone is unique in their way. “Not Exactly A Hero: Visual Novel, Story-driven Adventure Game” is free-to-play, with a plot that will keep your attention from start to finish. Also, it offers a unique twist to the usual plot and gameplay of superhero-themed games, which will leave you wanting more from its creators. The game serves as an excellent choice for gamers passionate about visual novel games, adventure games, heartwarming and wholesome games, and games where connections with other characters are the main theme.