Ministry of Broadcast
A dystopian adventure
Ratings
Age
13+
Category
Action
Languages
English
Fri Oct 30 2020
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Ministry of Broadcast is a narrative-driven platformer that blends the 'reality show' trope with a bleak dystopian setting. To cross 'The Wall' and reach your family, you must survive the 'Broadcast'—a televised spectacle full of traps and lethal puzzles. The game emphasizes momentum-based movement and environmental storytelling.
Dinsun Expert Review
Our Expert Score
Ministry of Broadcast is a hauntingly beautiful cinematic platformer that manages to be both deeply depressing and hilariously dark at the same time. Drawing heavy inspiration from the original Prince of Persia and Oddworld, the gameplay is built on precision and observation. You play as a man separated from his family by 'The Wall,' and your only hope of reunion is winning a sadistic reality show. The game doesn't pull any punches—you will frequently use other contestants as literal fodder to survive traps, which reinforces the game's bleak satirical message about a dystopian state.
The pixel art is nothing short of stunning, with smooth animations that make the movement feel weighty and deliberate. It’s not a game for those who want a fast, floaty platformer; jumps require a running start, and the puzzles often involve trial-and-error that feels rewarding rather than frustrating. The storytelling is subtle, told through environmental details and sharp dialogue. It’s a rare mobile title that feels like a complete, high-quality artistic statement, challenging both your reflexes and your conscience.
Features
Stunning Cinematic Pixel Art
Dark Satirical Narrative
Classic Momentum-Based Platforming
Complex Environmental Puzzles
Tips & Walkthrough
Observation is key. Watch the patterns of the 'Broadcast' security and use the environment—even other people—to trigger switches or block hazards. Remember that movement is momentum-based; don't rush your jumps.
Gameplays
Ledges and jumps are designed with classic platformer logic. You must time your strides perfectly to clear gaps. If you fail, look for a different environmental interaction that might make the path safer.
Screenshot
Q&A
Yes, it is designed to be challenging and requires observation and trial-and-error.
Ratings & Reviews
Enjoyable except for Game Stopping Bug
Mon Jan 11 2021 NYCPoobahI was having fun with this game, even with the tricky controls but I can’t finish the game now because of a bug. Shortly into Day 4, I need to make my way down somewhere but there is no way to do it without dying. I checked a walkthrough to see if I was missing something and the walkthrough video showed a platform you can jump on that does not appear for me. I’m not forgetting to push a button or flip a switch because the platform is just there on the walkthrough video when the player enters the room. Unless this bug is fixed and I am able to complete the game, I cannot give a good review. Update: I spoke to the developers and they explained that they deliberately removed this platform as it was not the way they intended users to go. They mentioned another way which I had unsuccessfully tried but I finally was able to do it this other way. So if have updated to 4 stars with the only issues being the tricky controls.
Really Amazing Game! But...
Sat Nov 14 2020 jaydepandabearHi! So I love this game, A LOT. Play it all the time! I’m on an iPad 7th Gen, so this bug/glitch may just be because of that.... 1. The controls?!? What is up with the controls? I like them, but it WOULD be a bit helpful is the move control was fixed to a place on the screen, however, I do like the jump control 2. I play the free version. At the end of Arena 4, it tells me that I can buy the full version, when I try to do that I get an error message. When I exit the error message, it kicks me out of the game. Is this because the full version isn’t finished yet or..... 3. On game where you have to buy the full version, you can buy it from the App Store. For this, you cannot which leaves me to believe the full version isn’t available. Please fix! Thanks!
Not good
Wed Nov 04 2020 captwolfThe concept reminded me of dead cells the controls are tacky and don’t really do what you want the story line seems like it would be good but the graphics are terrible this game has great potential but it seems like it was done lazily and not a whole lot of effort was put into the controls you try to go one way and he moves way to far that or you try to get him to run from a dog and he starts walking and you get caught even though you were pushing the controls as far as you can and the sensitivity barely registers I found myself pushing on the screen 3 times just to get the controls where I wanted on the screen in a place where I can use them to the full extent or to work in any way ( I have an iPhone XR and have not experienced this problem with other games like this ) I think that the game itself is very cool and with those problems remedied I could see myself playing it but right now it would be ridiculous to assume anyone would pay for this never mind the free version the only reason why this game is difficult at all is because of the controls and that’s not fun it just makes people angry
Right up my alley!
Fri Dec 04 2020 Hannered2I am very particular with games that I like, much less love, but this is one of my top favorite games I’ve ever played. There are plenty of great things to say about it, but as someone who has trouble with games that take extremely exact and precise finger work, this game is challenging, but not so hard that I get frustrated and can’t stand to play. I really enjoy how frequent the reloading points are! That way, when I try and try and finally make it through a tough part, only to die a second later, I’m not disheartened that recent success is gone. The story is quirky, dark, and often funny. One other game I love is INMOST, and I actually found this game while searching for the internet for similar games to it. So if you also like INMOST, check out this game, and vice versa! I hope a second edition comes out so I can play more!
Great dystopic game -- not for the "easily triggered"!
Sun Apr 10 2022 That1HoneyBadgerGenuinely enjoyed this platformer! Bit frustrating at times, but otherwise after a dozen or so tries in various places the solutions to puzzles emerged. Lots of shades to the original Prince of Persia, but a lot of its own intrigue and mechanics as well. The only issue I took was that on an iPhone 12, the controls could have been a bit more responsive, and the jump mechanic was especially particular on Day 5 during the climb the mountain sequence. At times it felt that I had to jump after I had already run off the level. Otherwise, I think Hitcent knows what they are doing, and Ill be picking up Forgotten Anne here, shortly! Look forward to more puzzle platformers form you guys!
Not bad but fix controls
Fri Sep 25 2020 DingobendoThe game has a pretty good premise so far, but I just can keep playing with the garbage controls as it is now. There are so many things that could be done a lot nicer and it just feels like I have to move my finger a mile to move left instead of just an inch like every other mobile game. And then there is a lot of other small stuff, like not being able to walk around a crane even though there is a solid 15ft either side of it that you could walk around, but instead you have to do platforming to get around it. There is just too much little stuff with the platforming that makes me so irritated and I can’t finish it. Try it for yourself but I can’t recommend it simply, SIMPLY because of the controls. A simple slider thing would have worked 60x better and maybe that’s an understatement.
The DEFINITION of puzzle-platformer
Fri Aug 19 2022 Fatrat975I downloaded this game a while back, found it too difficult and deleted it, years later (now) I downloaded it again, and purchased the full game, and I have to say. It was the best purchase I’ve ever made on my iPad, If I could give more than five stars, I Absolutely would. This, In my opinion Is one of the best platformer/ puzzle game on the App Store, some puzzles can be a bit tricky, and take me a while But I managed to get to the end of the game. AND BOY, am I glad that I did. The ending Quite literally made me cry. 10/10 Best game on the iPad, would recommend :)
Decent game, atrocious controls
Thu Nov 19 2020 Scottyb420This game was interesting! Interesting platformer with some occasionally fun puzzles and a cool dystopian setting, but where this game really fails is the controls. Especially towards the end game where precision and speed come into play, and the controls are anything but precise on the iPhone. Doing the same part over and over again isn’t fun when it’s because I can’t get my guy to face the right direction in a reasonable amount of time with out jumping off a ledge. When I finally do get through these sections, there’s no sense of accomplishment, just relief. I want to be challenged by a game, but not what feels like just being punished because my iPhone screen can’t tell that I’m swiping up and not left. If there’s an opportunity to play this on pc or something, try that. Not worth the money if you’re on mobile.
