A Smooth Game (Unlike... Life)

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This game is about little Jessie(who is awfully depressed)'s journey to find a reason to stay alive. In smooth world life is so much smoother than real life. Don't get it wrong, there are problems in the smooth world as well - they just get resolved quicker and smoother than the real world! Join with Jessie and see/hear various lives in the smooth world together... and find your own reason to st…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

A Smooth Game (Unlike... Life) screenshot

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The pixel art and character design are unique and inspired by the developer's surroundings, creating a charming aesthetic.
The game delivers a powerful emotional experience, tackling themes of life's purpose and personal value, which resonates deeply with players.
Despite its flaws, the game is considered a great value for its price, providing an enjoyable experience that encourages players to reflect on their own lives.

The game suffers from technical issues, such as an out of bounds glitch and inconsistent music playback, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some dialogues contain broken English, which may affect the quality of the narrative and immersion for players.
The game is relatively short, taking about 40 minutes to complete, and could benefit from additional content or updates to enhance replayability.

music
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The music in the game has received criticism for its inconsistent playback, often alternating between silence and the limited number of available tracks. Reviewers suggest that the background music lacks depth and richness, recommending the addition of an intro track, more sound effects, and a more cohesive initial music experience to enhance the overall atmosphere.
- “The background music sometimes falls a bit flat, leaving maybe too much space for complete silence.”
- “If I had to provide the dev a single feedback, it would be about adding some richness to the music.”
- “The background music sometimes falls a bit flat, leaving maybe too much space for full silence.”
- “We need an intro music, more sound effects, and a better initial track which, in my opinion, scares the player a bit with its cacophony.”
- “A nitpick I have is the music inconsistently plays; it'll be silent and then randomly one of the two OST tracks kicks in. I recommend fixing that.”
story
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The story is deeply resonant, exploring themes of life's purpose and emotional truths that evoke a sense of sadness and relief after each interaction. Players express a desire for additional content, such as DLCs or updates, to expand on the narrative and introduce new characters, enhancing the already impactful experience. Overall, the narrative feels personal and reflective, often mirroring real-life experiences.
- “You get to peek into this story about the purpose of life, that sometimes feels a bit autobiographical.”
- “You felt sad and empty after every conversation with the characters because you know the feeling too well, if you lived it before or at the moment. After each quest ended, you felt relieved because it's telling a hard truth every time.”
- “You get to peek into this story about the purpose of life, which sometimes feels a bit autobiographical.”
- “Add more content, like a DLC or update with new story and characters.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find humor in the game's unintended glitches, particularly the amusing interaction with a skateboard companion that can push characters out of bounds, leading to unexpected and funny gameplay experiences. This quirky aspect adds to the overall enjoyment, making the game feel more entertaining despite its flaws.
- “I give this absolutely lovely game a 9/10. It has its flaws, but if presented to the correct audience, it is a great little experience. I'm so glad I was made aware of this game! (Also, the clip outside the map glitch is just funny, so that makes it more enjoyable to toy around with.)”
- “Once you have the skateboard following you, he can cause an out-of-bounds glitch that I honestly liked despite being obviously unintentional. If you walk into the skateboard, he will overpower you and push you in his forward direction. This allows you to clip through the bushes into the black void, which can let you beat the game while the skateboard is still your companion (in fact, I did this myself for the funny factor) or simply skip interacting with characters at all. Oh, and this bug only occurs for moving up and down, not left and right.”
graphics
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The graphics in the game are visually engaging, enhancing the narrative experience and providing a glimpse into the story's deeper themes. The artistic style contributes to an immersive atmosphere that complements the autobiographical elements of the plot.