A Living Room

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A Living Room is a single player action game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Instant Million and was released on April 25, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

You are a man in a room. A puppet in purgatory. Simulated flesh in a digital prison. There is no escape. You won't scream, because you're not programmed to. Your choices matter as much as anything matters, so the bar is fairly low. "A Living Room" is a short point-and-click non-adventure that you should be able to finish in less than an hour. Hurry up, please. It will all be over soon. The nothi…

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Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews

humor19 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Excellent, dark and engaging story with sharp humor.
Stunning art style and high-quality voice acting that enhances the atmosphere.
Completely free to play, making it an interesting experience for its short length.

Gameplay is very short, typically lasting only 15-30 minutes.
Some puzzles are unclear or unintuitive, leading to frustration.
The use of AI-generated art and voice acting detracts from the overall experience for some players.

humor
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as sharp, effective, and often dark, blending surreal and profound elements that resonate with players who appreciate black comedy. While some find the humor a bit bleak or nihilistic, many reviewers highlight its entertaining and memorable qualities, making it a quick and enjoyable experience, especially for fans of the developer's previous work. Overall, it offers a unique mix of absurdity and social commentary that appeals to those seeking a bizarre yet humorous adventure.
- “The story, humor, and atmosphere all hit the mark, making the experience genuinely memorable.”
- “A surreal, funny little adventure game that takes place in the living room of the protagonist.”
- “Pokes fun at pretentious 'arty' sorts of games and corporate and entertainment media BS in a funny, entertaining way.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The game features an excellent, dark, and engaging story that combines humor with a memorable atmosphere, though it can be completed quickly in about 15-20 minutes. Players can influence the narrative through their choices, leading to alternate endings and achievements, making it appealing for those interested in interactive storytelling. Overall, the story's blend of dark humor and vibrant artwork enhances the experience, though it may primarily attract players looking for unique narratives or achievement hunting.
- “Excellent, dark, and engaging story.”
- “The story, humor, and atmosphere all hit the mark, making the experience genuinely memorable.”
- “I won't really dive into the story since you can realistically finish the game in like 15 or 20 minutes, and wrap up alternate endings and achievements in another 10 or so.”
- “While trying to produce humor, the story pulls in a dark humor with the events that it represents.”
- “Speaking of artwork, Valtteri takes a similar approach to his previous game, using a lush color palette and contrasting that with a story that can intentionally go off the rails.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The graphics in the game are described as stunning and feature a hand-drawn art style that effectively complements the gameplay. However, there are mixed opinions regarding the use of AI-generated artwork, with some reviewers criticizing it as "slop" while others appreciate the lush color palette and overall visual appeal.
- “Stunning art style.”
- “A living room has nice graphics and sounds.”
- “The hand-drawn artwork is front and center, and is prominent, so it seemed to work fine in my opinion.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is significantly enhanced by high-quality voice acting, contributing to a memorable experience that combines engaging storytelling and humor. Players find the overall ambiance to be bizarrely appealing, making it enjoyable to complete in a single sitting.
- “High-quality voice acting that really enhances the atmosphere.”
- “The story, humor, and atmosphere all hit the mark, making the experience genuinely memorable.”
- “It's short, easily experienced in one sitting, and the atmosphere is bizarrely appealing.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay is considered modest and somewhat boring, but given that the game is free, it offers decent value for a short playtime of about half an hour.
- “It's free and great for half an hour of gameplay.”
- “The gameplay isn’t the strongest and the length is modest, but considering it’s completely free, it’s absolutely worth trying.”
- “Boring gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring good voice acting and decent background music that enhances the overall experience.
- “The voice acting is impressive, complemented by a great background music score.”
- “The music enhances the overall experience, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack is captivating and perfectly fits the game's theme.”