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Awkward Valley

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97%Game Brain Score
humor, emotional
gameplay, story
97% User Score Based on 71 reviews

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Awkward Valley is a single player casual simulation game with a comedy theme. It was developed by OwlOcelot and was released on April 1, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Awkward Valley is a quirky daily planner sim where you drag activities into your schedule to shape your surreal day. Balance productivity, fatigue, and existential dread through a micro deck-building mechanic, unlocking new oddities and life choices. Navigate a weird routine filled with humor, therapy, snacks, and unexpected breakdowns.

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews
humor4 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique blend of strategic planning and chaotic gameplay, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking.
  • Its short sessions and free access make it an ideal choice for casual players looking for a quick and engaging experience.
  • The charming art style and humorous writing add depth and whimsy, making the mundane aspects of daily life feel oddly therapeutic.
  • Some players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in excitement, leading to moments of boredom.
  • The game can be confusing at first, with some users struggling to understand its mechanics and objectives.
  • The music has been criticized by some players, who recommend turning it off for a better experience.
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its blend of existential wit and whimsical art, creating a hilarious yet therapeutic experience of daily life. Players appreciate the charming visuals and the comedic moments that arise from completing tasks and facing their consequences, adding depth to the overall enjoyment.

    • “It's very funny completing the schedule and seeing what will be done and what the consequences will be.”
    • “Awkward Valley is a hilarious yet oddly therapeutic take on daily life.”
    • “The art by Awkward Yeti adds a layer of whimsy, and the writing is packed with just the right amount of existential humor.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a straightforward and accessible design that revolves around building a schedule and managing consequences. It incorporates a deck-building mechanic that adds a strategic layer, allowing players to navigate choices between pushing through fatigue or opting for restorative breaks.

    • “Not sure how to describe the gameplay other than it's about building a schedule and seeing the consequences.”
    • “Not sure how to describe the gameplay other than it's building a schedule and seeing the consequences.”
    • “Gameplay is quite simple and easy to understand.”
    • “The deck-building mechanic makes planning your day feel like a game of strategy—do you push through exhaustion or surrender to snacks and naps?”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke a range of emotions, highlighting its blend of humor and charm alongside unexpectedly profound emotional experiences. The game resonates particularly with those who relate to its themes of emotional struggle and resilience.

    • “Finally, a life simulator for people who schedule naps next to their emotional collapse.”
    • “I like this game for its hilarious moments, charming art style, and surprisingly deep emotional loops.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story features an unconventional approach to time management, offering players an engaging narrative with an unpredictable ending rather than a straightforward planning experience.

    • “An unconventional approach to time management - instead of dry planning, you get a story with an unpredictable ending.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their beauty and charming art style, contributing to an engaging and emotionally resonant experience.

    • “The game features beautiful graphics that enhance the overall experience.”
    • “I love this game for its charming art style and the way it creates hilarious moments, along with surprisingly deep emotional loops.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received negative feedback from some users, with at least one reviewer expressing a strong dislike for it and suggesting that it should be turned off.

    • “Just turn off the music, I don't know why, I just don't like it.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with players finding it immersive and engaging enough to justify a purchase.

    • “The game is so cool and atmospheric that I would even buy it for the money.”
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Awkward Valley is a casual simulation game with comedy theme.

Awkward Valley is available on PC and Windows.

Awkward Valley was released on April 1, 2025.

Awkward Valley was developed by OwlOcelot.

Awkward Valley has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Awkward Valley is a single player game.

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