Beer Machine

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Beer Machine is a single player action game. It was developed by Crack Creations and was released on October 15, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Beer Machine is a story-driven walking simulator with mature and horror elements, where you play as a child tasked with finding a beer for your abusive father. Explore your house, neighborhood, and the child's mind while uncovering the story and completing small tasks. Stay quick and cautious, as danger lurks in this unsettling narrative.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Good short game with an interesting story and a nostalgic feel.
Creepy atmosphere and humorous moments that enhance the experience.
Offers a unique perspective on childhood and personal experiences, making it thought-provoking.

Gameplay can be frustrating due to bugs and lack of save functionality.
Not very scary and relies heavily on walking, which can feel tedious.
Some players found the horror elements to be underwhelming and the story lacking depth.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's story is generally well-received, noted for its interesting and dark themes, complemented by a creepy atmosphere and engaging music. While some players appreciate its rich narrative and humor, others find it somewhat impersonal and lacking depth, describing it as short and occasionally bland. Overall, it offers a unique storytelling experience that unfolds through the environment.
- “Short but story-rich and kind of funny at times; I enjoyed it!”
- “Nice creepy atmosphere and good story.”
- “It tells an impersonal, bite-sized story that almost tells itself through the environment alone.”
- “Short, a lot of walking, kind of a bland story, just okay.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a nice, creepy ambiance that effectively complements the engaging storyline.
- “The atmosphere is wonderfully creepy, perfectly complementing the engaging story.”
- “The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful environment that enhances the overall experience.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to an incredibly tense and atmospheric setting.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express disappointment regarding the lack of roguelike mechanics, which diminishes the variability and uniqueness of each run, leading to a less engaging gameplay experience.
- “Where are the roguelike mechanics to ensure each run is different from the last?”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as short yet impactful, blending comedic elements with a rich story. Reviewers found it to be both funny and scary, with some moments delivering unexpected thrills.
- “Short but story-rich and kind of funny at times; I enjoyed it!”
- “Really funny and scary; the ending scared the sh*t out of me.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
The graphics are praised for their unsettling edge and unique art style, which enhance the overall experience, even if the jumpscare and horror elements fall short.
- “The jumpscare/horror aspects don't quite land, but the graphics give it an unsettling edge that makes up for it.”
- “Awesome art style.”
- “The jumpscare/horror aspects don't quite land; the graphics give it an unsettling edge that makes up for it.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is well-received, contributing positively to the overall experience and complementing the interesting story.
- “Good short game, interesting story, and I really liked the music.”