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blank_01 is a single player simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by ln404 and was released on August 13, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

become an ordinary worker in an ordinary house. controls: WASD - move.MOUSE - look.LMB - interact.RMB - show note. playtime: 20-25 min.download is recommended.song from the game.WARNING: This game may potentially trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. Player discretion is advised.

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92%Audience ScoreBased on 130 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game effectively captures the monotony and psychological toll of daily work life, resonating strongly with players' real-life experiences.
The artistic black-and-white visuals and eerie atmosphere create a unique, immersive, and unsettling experience that complements the game's message.
Despite its short length, the game delivers a powerful and cathartic ending that leaves a lasting impression on players.

Gameplay is repetitive and simplistic, with some players finding the maze navigation and control mechanics frustrating or nausea-inducing.
The game's message and style may feel too on-the-nose or bleak for some, limiting its replay value and broad appeal.
Technical issues such as bugs causing restarts and unclear design choices in the final segment detract from the overall experience.

graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27% positive mentions, 53% neutral mentions, 20% negative mentions
The graphics are minimalist and often described as low-effort or simplistic, with some users finding them unattractive or even among the worst on Steam. However, many appreciate the distinctive art style for enhancing the eerie, analog horror atmosphere and conveying the game's thematic message, making the visuals a unique and integral part of the experience.
- “Beautifully made game, I love the art style.”
- “The graphics add to the eerie vibe, making you feel like you're a part of an analog horror series.”
- “Gameplay is characterized by an eerie atmosphere and the simplistic approach to graphics only enhances it.”
- “The graphics here are particularly awful, really crap, low-effort minimalist low poly 3d rubbish, so bad that it actually stands out as one of the worst looking games on Steam.”
- “"blank_01" is less of a game and more of a garbage-tier "art experience" where you are presented with graphics worse than a boomer shooter.”
- “Simple graphics.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57% positive mentions, 43% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game delivers a powerful and immersive atmosphere characterized by a strong sense of dread and psychological horror, enhanced by excellent sound design and fitting music. Its surreal and eerie style, combined with minimalist graphics, effectively builds tension and a unique mood, though some find the overall tone somewhat depressing.
- “The atmosphere, character, and overall experience really give a sense of dread others cannot.”
- “The sound design and music are both excellent and fit the atmosphere perfectly.”
- “Though it avoids jump scares, its gradual pacing builds a deeply atmospheric experience, delivering potent psychological horror.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 60% negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as minimalistic and more focused on creating an atmospheric, surreal "art" experience rather than traditional, engaging mechanics. While some find it shallow and dull, others appreciate its innovative, intense, and eerie approach enhanced by simplistic graphics.
- “Short yet intense, with innovative gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is characterised by an eerie atmosphere and the simplistic approach to graphics only enhances it.”
- “Good atmosphere, cool surrealist story, although kinda dull gameplay.”
- “This game is mechanical on an annoying level, and that's the point.”
- “Gameplay is characterised by an eerie atmosphere, and the simplistic approach to graphics only enhances it.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The story is praised for its compelling surrealist atmosphere and meaningful message, delivering a strong payoff despite some moments of grating visuals. Its stylish presentation and concise narrative are well-executed, making it a standout aspect of the game.
- “The surreal visuals were a little grating at times, but the payoff of the story was well worth the hassle.”
- “Good atmosphere, cool surrealist story, although kinda dull gameplay.”
- “Blank_01 is very stylistically interesting and I think what it aims to show in its story is very well done for how short the game is and how seemingly simple it is.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for being calm and fitting the atmosphere perfectly, with excellent sound design that enhances the overall experience. The trailer's music is also noted to be impactful and well-done.
- “The sound design and music are both excellent and fit the atmosphere perfectly.”
- “The trailer was done well; the music slaps. I have only just noticed that this is the same developer of the game Kletka. Wow!”
- “What I really liked about the game is the music; it's very calm.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Grinding in the game is characterized as tedious and repetitive, involving mundane tasks like managing a simple house and a boring job. The gameplay initially feels dull before shifting to a confusing and spooky atmosphere.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Players found the game emotionally impactful, noting that it successfully evoked genuine feelings and emotional responses.
- “This made me feel things.”