Birth

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Birth is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Madison Karrh and was released on February 17, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Birth is a point & click game about living alone in a large city. In order to quell your loneliness, you decide to construct a friend from spare bones and organs that you find while exploring the city

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,080 reviews

graphics570 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a hauntingly beautiful art style that combines creepy and cozy aesthetics, creating a unique atmosphere.
Puzzles are engaging and provide a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult, making the game relaxing to play.
The overall experience is heartwarming, with a touching story about loneliness and companionship that resonates with players.

The game is quite short, typically taking around 2 to 3 hours to complete, which some players feel does not justify the price.
Many puzzles are considered too easy or simplistic, leading to a lack of challenge for experienced puzzle gamers.
There is minimal narrative depth, with some players feeling that the story could have been more developed or cohesive.

graphics
976 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and beautiful art style, which blends a cozy yet slightly creepy aesthetic. Players appreciate the hand-drawn visuals, calming color palettes, and whimsical designs that create an immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience of solving puzzles. While some find the puzzles to be simple, the stunning artwork and soothing music contribute to a relaxing and enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “The artwork is stunning, with a beautiful and slightly eerie vibe I couldn't get enough of.”
- “The art style is so beautiful, I loved the neutral color palette.”
- “The combination of puzzles that are just challenging enough to be satisfying and the surreal, horror-adjacent yet gentle aesthetic made for a wonderful experience, like wandering through someone else's really interesting dream.”
- “However, outside of the art style, I found the whole experience to be rather bland since the puzzles which carry the weight of the game aren't anything interesting.”
- “The puzzles were either too simple or too random and didn't offer any insight into a story or theme other than the 'style' of graphics, which I personally found ugly-macabre although kinda interesting.”
- “It's certainly a calming little experience with unique visuals, but it just didn't resonate with me or how I had imagined it.”
music
512 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, effectively complementing the art style and overall atmosphere. Many players appreciate the use of classical pieces, noting that the soundtrack enhances the gameplay experience, although some express a desire for more original compositions or greater diversity in the music. Overall, the combination of beautiful visuals and a delightful soundtrack creates a cozy and immersive experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The music was so gorgeous and I think this game is well worth the money!”
- “The music and the art match perfectly and make a wonderful evening even cozier.”
- “The calming music mixed with the gorgeous art makes for such a wonderful playthrough.”
- “Boring puzzles, with awful music and sound design.”
- “Unfortunately, and I say this with deepest regret, the music is terrible.”
- “I couldn't put my finger on why I was finding this game to be so boring when it seemed like something I should really like, but it wasn't until I reached the museum and found myself listening to the worst rendition of Erik Satie's Gymnopedie I'd ever heard that I realized it was the damn music!”
story
346 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is characterized as a charming yet simple narrative about loneliness and the quest for companionship, set against a beautifully hand-drawn backdrop. While many players appreciate the emotional depth and unique art style, some feel the story lacks depth and reinforcement throughout the gameplay, leading to mixed feelings about its overall impact. Overall, it is described as a sweet, cozy experience that resonates with themes of connection, despite its brevity and simplicity.
- “And I am far greater than simply glad, and joyful, to have clicked and dragged along its enrapturing and meaningful adventure; just the same as this story, even if short-lived to some, has placed a permanent mark upon my mind and heart.”
- “The story is about loneliness and despite the gruesome appearance, it is relatable to everyone and will touch your heart in a way you weren't expecting.”
- “It's a beautiful macabre but cozy love story told through exploration of the environment and puzzles.”
- “The only additional story we were given was the end, and although it was pleasant, the overall game just felt lacking.”
- “I would not recommend it for the gameplay or for a deep story.”
- “The premise enticed me but the story doesn’t get reinforced throughout gameplay so it feels like a weak excuse to click stuff for a few hours.”
emotional
190 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a unique blend of macabre themes and heartwarming storytelling, creating a surprisingly wholesome experience. Players often describe it as cozy and relaxing, with beautiful art and music that evoke a range of feelings, from nostalgia to tenderness. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to resonate deeply, leaving players feeling emotionally moved, with some even shedding tears at the touching conclusion.
- “The ending made me a little emotional :)”
- “The stories told through the experience are heartfelt and amazing.”
- “In the end, the message of exploration and building personal connections is really heartfelt.”
gameplay
136 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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53%
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The gameplay is primarily a short, puzzle-based experience that combines point-and-click mechanics with a charming art style and soothing music, making it a relaxing yet straightforward adventure. While many players appreciate the aesthetic and the gentle challenge of the puzzles, some find them too easy or lacking in depth, leading to mixed feelings about the overall gameplay experience. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a light, artistic puzzle game rather than a complex or lengthy challenge.
- “Nice calming game with beautiful art style and nice flow of gameplay that all together came into a surreal fantasy puzzle game showing the beauty in mundane life.”
- “Amazing art style, really cute story, smooth gameplay, lovely music, everything I look for in a really lovely and quick indie game!”
- “With its engaging gameplay, stunning visuals, and cute soundtrack, it offers a unique and immersive experience that is sure to delight anyone.”
- “I do not recommend this game if you are counting on tags like 'horror' and 'surreal' to describe the gameplay.”
- “The premise enticed me but the story doesn’t get reinforced throughout gameplay, so it feels like a weak excuse to click stuff for a few hours.”
- “Instead, I felt like the puzzle gameplay was often unintuitive and disconnected from everything else.”
atmosphere
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its unique blend of relaxing yet eerie elements, enhanced by beautiful artwork and a calming soundtrack. Reviewers appreciate the cozy, nostalgic vibe that manages to evoke feelings of both comfort and melancholy, even amidst macabre themes. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as captivating, immersive, and integral to the overall experience, making it a standout feature.
- “The atmosphere was wonderful, I loved the art style, and some of the concepts the designer brought to life in this game are delightfully creative.”
- “The mixture of unique and dark artwork combined with the soothing atmosphere and music makes for an overall beautiful game.”
- “I thought the art was beautiful, and the atmosphere was a lovely blend of spooky and sweet.”
- “There is no conversation, just a calm atmosphere and world to stroll through as you collect body parts.”
- “Even though constantly dealing with the macabre, the game provides a cozy atmosphere where the odd and squeamish things just seem in place and somehow ... comforting?”
- “Sound manipulation is an entire spectrum in itself, it felt there was a little bit of room for more atmosphere.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by a relaxed, macabre charm that balances dark themes with lightheartedness, creating a unique and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the sensitivity of the physics, which adds to the comedic elements, while the presence of quirky characters, like the "funny bird people," enhances the game's distinctive tone. Overall, the humor is both subtle and impactful, contributing to a blend of sentimentality and amusement.
- “The game is, ultimately, a very relaxed experience with a sense of humor about its macabre elements.”
- “Despite its strange and grotesque elements, it manages to touch on themes of loneliness and longing, making the experience both funny and sentimental.”
- “The slight humor and overall tone of this game are qualities I haven't ever found or enjoyed this much before.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is described as charming and enjoyable, but it suffers from low replayability, with most players noting that once completed, there is little incentive to play again. While the engaging puzzles and art style are appreciated, the simplicity of the challenges and the short playtime contribute to a lack of replay value.
- “Overall, interesting, very good art style, not too hard of puzzles, and replayable for the vibes.”
- “Not too much replayability, but it's a cute little game that I enjoyed all the way through.”
- “Cons: 100 minutes to 100% the game and the replay value is zero.”
- “Though I very much enjoyed the experience, it lacks replayability, and most of the puzzles are very simple.”
- “Engaging puzzles, fun, cute, but not very replayable unless you want to know the answers to all the puzzles - it's still satisfying.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, with some players feeling it requires a "second life" to complete. While the gameplay can be tedious and lacks cleverness in its puzzles, others may find enjoyment in the repetitive nature of the tasks. Overall, the experience is mixed, with some players appreciating the guidance that prevents the game from becoming overly tedious.
- “In terms of gameplay, at times too tedious for me, but I can see this being someone else’s jam (very point-and-click without thinking. The puzzles aren’t very 'clever').”
- “We had fun with most of it, some was slightly tedious, and a bit made no sense.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers consistently praise the game's character development, highlighting the fantastic and charming art and character designs that create an enchanting atmosphere. The unique soundtrack and color palette further enhance the immersive experience, making players eager to explore the world. Overall, the character designs contribute significantly to the game's appeal and comfort.
- “The character design is lovely, and I want to visit this world and explore it further.”
- “It has a really nice atmosphere; the character designs, the color palette, and the music made this game very comfortable for me.”
- “This is such an enchanting little game; I love the art style and the character designs; they truly are very charming.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players report a stable experience with no significant bugs or glitches, highlighting the simplicity and functionality of the controls.