A simple job

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A simple job is a single player action game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Saturn91 and was released on June 5, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A simple task: Don't press the red button. Sounds easy? Featuring an annoying voice, absurd endings, and too many achievements. Free. Pointless. Glorious.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 229 reviews

humor36 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is short, fun, and offers a great experience for achievement hunters, with easy achievements to collect.
It features a humorous narrator and clever writing, reminiscent of The Stanley Parable, making it entertaining and engaging.
The game is free, which adds to its value, and many players enjoyed the quirky puzzles and multiple endings.

Some players found the game to be repetitive and lacking depth, comparing it unfavorably to better titles like The Stanley Parable.
There are technical issues reported, such as lag on low-end devices and problems with audio quality.
The game is very short, which may leave some players wanting more content and depth in gameplay.

humor
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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8%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising the funny narrator and clever easter eggs that contribute to an enjoyable experience. While some found the humor hit-or-miss, the overall consensus highlights its charm and absurdity, often drawing comparisons to titles like "The Stanley Parable." The game is characterized as a short, entertaining experience that effectively balances humor with engaging gameplay.
- “Great game with fantastic humor.”
- “What starts as a simple rule turns into a hilariously absurd experience.”
- “A simple job starts off sounding like a chill, no-stress experience — but quickly turns into a hilariously absurd, meta-narrative ride, very much in the spirit of The Stanley Parable.”
- “This game is not funny.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring quirky puzzles and a straightforward design that appeals to players looking for a casual experience. However, some users express a desire for the ability to skip lengthy cutscenes to streamline the experience, particularly during repetitive achievements and DLC content. Overall, while the game offers a decent amount of fun, it may lack depth compared to similar titles.
- “Good game if you want to spend some time on something. If you liked this, also try 'Undefeated'—it's kind of similar but has more to offer in terms of gameplay.”
- “The quirky puzzles and chuckles during gameplay are also not the worst thing in the world that a freebie can offer you.”
- “It would be nice to be able to skip some cutscenes after a few gameplays, for example, to skip to the night shift immediately and not wait like 3 minutes for every achievement. Also, in the DLC, it would be nice to skip the moment when the pilot is leaving his seat.”
- “Good game if you want to spend some time on something. If you liked this, also try 'Undefeated'—it's kind of similar but has more to give in terms of gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is simple enough.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly enjoyable, noting its strong replayability, which encourages them to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “Really fun game, great replayability.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “I love how different strategies can lead to completely different experiences every time I play.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized as simple and humorous, though some users have expressed a desire for an updated art style. Additionally, the developers are responsive to graphical issues, providing timely assistance through the discussions tab.
- “The graphics are simple yet charming, adding a unique touch to the overall experience.”
- “I appreciate the timely support I received for a graphical bug through the discussions tab.”
- “The art style could use an update to enhance the visual appeal of the game.”
- “By the way, please update the art style.”
- “Helped me directly with a graphical bug through the discussions tab, in a timely manner.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game is generated using AI, which some players appreciate for its self-awareness, while others express a preference for commissioned music. Despite the developer's lack of traditional game development experience and the game's free status, the overall experience is enjoyable, though not all players are motivated to explore all content.
- “Not a fan of AI stuff, but at least it's self-aware (the music) and the dev mentions things like 'I'm a lazy dev...' Fun time overall but didn't care to find all the achievements.”
- “Using AI music in a game that doesn't even render or load.”
- “Not a fan of AI stuff, but at least it's self-aware (the music) and the dev mentions things like 'I'm a lazy dev...' Fun time overall, but didn't care to find all the achievements.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players suggest enjoying the game in the evening or at night to enhance the experience, as the story aligns well with this timing. However, there is a call to reduce the number of missions, indicating that the narrative may be overshadowed by excessive gameplay tasks.
- “I recommend playing it in the evening or even at night to fully enjoy the story and its atmosphere before sleep.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any real emotional connection.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”