AWESOMEoutof10's Adam DeMarco invades other peoples' homes and murders their wives and children in Jason Rohrer's newest game, The Castle Doctrine. "The Castle Doctrine is not a game for everyone. Though I didn’t care for it much myself, it is an example of quality game making, and I can easily see some people becoming enthralled by its mechanics. If you’re smart enough to grasp the concepts at play, patient enough to learn the ropes, and even-keeled enough to deal with the repercussions of numerous deaths, The Castle Doctrine just might be for you. So do as Joe Biden says: get a shotgun for your sweetheart, and get ready. There are thieves on the loose, and The Castle Doctrine wants you to protect what’s yours."
The Castle Doctrine is a unique experience that places you in a scenario where you have no choice but to survive. You must stop at nothing to protect your family and the things that are precious to you. You start with only two thousand dollars, a wife and a few kids. The main objective is to build a home security system to protect your family and any money you have in your possession. Sounds easy, right? You might want to think twice; there’s nothing easy about staying alive in The Castle Doctrine.
The Black Panel writes: The Castle Doctrine is a multiplayer home-invasion simulator from provocative designer Jason Rohrer. The challenge is to stay alive as long as possible, and continue to develop clever home security measures to protect your family and savings. Naturally, home defences are funded by stealing from other households trying to do the same. It’s an off-putting scenario and not handled tactfully, but might appeal if you’re looking for something different.
Tom takes a look at The Castle Doctrine.
Rohrer may make a bold, artistic statement, but does this weird title offer compelling enough gameplay?
