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Better Off Dead - Life as a Prison Guard

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24%Game Brain Score
story, humor
gameplay, atmosphere
40% User Score Based on 10 reviews

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Better Off Dead - Life as a Prison Guard is a single player simulation game. It was developed by W0nnaFight and was released on September 9, 2022. It received negative reviews from players.

Eat Eat to get yourself energized and ready for the dayInspect Inspect the prisoners for any contraband itemsMonitor Monitor the prisoners so they don't start any fightsFight Take the prisoners on in hand-to-hand combat when things get out of handCook Cook the prisoners delicious meals so they don't starve to deathDiscover Regain your memory and discover what happened to you

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40%
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
story2 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game creates a decently unsettling atmosphere and has an interesting story.
  • It offers a unique and bizarre experience that some players find enjoyable.
  • The humor, although twisted, can provide some laughs amidst the disturbing content.
  • The gameplay is bogged down by long, unskippable tutorial dialogues that deter players.
  • The pacing is slow and monotonous, making the experience tedious at times.
  • The game contains heavy and disturbing themes that may not be suitable for all players.
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has been criticized for being unengaging and lacking excitement, with one user expressing a strong disinterest in continuing due to its slow start.

    • “I can't even be bothered to continue playing until the comedy and gameplay start happening.”
    • “Gameplay 3/10”
    • “Click the link to see the gameplay of the first day, if you dare.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has received high praise for its unsettling atmosphere and engaging narrative, with users highlighting its intriguing plot as a standout feature.

    • “It's pretty good though, it manages to create a decently unsettling atmosphere and actually has an interesting story behind it all.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game effectively establishes a decently unsettling atmosphere that is enhanced by an intriguing story, though some players find that the pacing can become tedious at times.

    • “It manages to create a decently unsettling atmosphere and actually has an interesting story behind it all.”
    • “While this can certainly strengthen the unsettling atmosphere, it can also get a little tedious.”
  • graphics
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics received a low rating of 2 out of 10, indicating significant dissatisfaction with the visual quality of the game. Reviewers likely found the graphics to be subpar, lacking detail and polish.

    • “The graphics are a major letdown, feeling outdated and uninspired.”
    • “I expected more from the visuals; they look like something from a decade ago.”
    • “The art style is inconsistent and lacks detail, making the game feel cheap.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its dark and twisted nature, often intertwining heavy subjects such as extreme violence, abuse, and grotesque scenarios, which may not be suitable for all players. While some appreciate the boldness of this approach, others may find it off-putting or offensive.

  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find that while grinding enhances the unsettling atmosphere of the game, it can also become tedious over time.

    • “While this can certainly strengthen the unsettling atmosphere, it can also get a little tedious.”
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Better Off Dead - Life as a Prison Guard is a simulation game.

Better Off Dead - Life as a Prison Guard is available on PC and Windows.

Better Off Dead - Life as a Prison Guard was released on September 9, 2022.

Better Off Dead - Life as a Prison Guard was developed by W0nnaFight.

Better Off Dead - Life as a Prison Guard has received negative reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Better Off Dead - Life as a Prison Guard is a single player game.

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