Crowd Simulator
- September 23, 2019
- zfplay
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and clever concept that simulates the frustration of navigating through crowds, making it both addictive and entertaining.
- Despite its minimalist design, the game has a genuine charm and humor that resonates with players, especially those who appreciate quirky indie titles.
- It's relatively inexpensive, providing a fun experience for those looking for a light-hearted challenge without a significant financial commitment.
- The controls are frustratingly unresponsive and cannot be customized, making gameplay difficult and sometimes unplayable for certain users.
- The graphics are low-quality and lack detail, giving the game a dated appearance that detracts from the overall experience.
- Many players find the game to be overly frustrating and anxiety-inducing, which may not appeal to everyone and can lead to a negative gaming experience.
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and enjoyable, while others describe it as excruciating and overly weird. Many appreciate the soundtrack's ability to enhance the gameplay experience, though the lack of volume controls has been noted as a drawback. Overall, the music is seen as a defining feature that can either elevate or detract from the game, depending on personal taste.
“In comparison, Mr. Fast by the same developer and publisher duo lives rent-free in my head for its more engaging gameplay and off-the-wall (in a good way) soundtrack.”
“I genuinely enjoyed how the soundtrack made me want to crawl out of my skin the longer the levels went on.”
“Game is fun, music is fun, achievements are fun... simple, stupid (but not really) and fun.”
“The soundtrack for some levels is plainly weird.”
“There are no controls for sound or music volume.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a lazy minimalist style with low-polygon, untextured assets that evoke a poorly executed 3D aesthetic reminiscent of the early 1990s. Critics argue that this choice appears to be a cover for a lack of artistic effort, resulting in visuals that detract from the overall gaming experience.
“The lack of textures is a method that lazy developers often use to disguise their lack of talent or interest in doing the graphics properly, trying to pass it off as 'art' or 'we made it look bad on purpose', which really isn't something gamers should have to put up with.”
“The gameplay is mind-numbing, and the visuals and level design are repugnantly hateful.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is polarizing; while some find it engaging and memorable, particularly in comparison to the developer's previous title, others criticize it as mind-numbing with poor visuals and level design.
“In comparison, Mr. Fast by the same developer and publisher duo lives rent-free in my head for its more engaging gameplay and off-the-wall (in a good way) soundtrack.”
“The gameplay is mind-numbing, and the visuals and level design are repugnantly hateful.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and lacks coherence, with a vague connection between levels that fades over time. While there are side quests and extra tasks in nearly every level that offer achievements, they do not significantly enhance the narrative experience.
“The story weaves through the levels, creating a rich tapestry of connections that keeps players engaged.”
“Each level is complemented by side quests and extra tasks, adding depth to the narrative and rewarding players with achievements.”
“The narrative unfolds in a way that enhances the gameplay experience, making every quest feel meaningful.”
“There's a very vague story or connection between the levels that disappears completely at some point.”
“No story.”
“But (almost) every level has a couple of side quests or extra tasks to complete, rewarded with achievements.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is marred by control issues, particularly during collisions with NPCs, which can cause the character to freeze and become unresponsive. While the overall experience is enjoyable, these bugs significantly hinder gameplay and create frustration.
“The overall game is enjoyable, but the controls need an update because when I collide with another bot/NPC, the character freezes and I can't move, making the game sometimes really hard.”
“Is it an inconsistent, buggy mess?”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its creativity and humor, providing an entertaining experience that resonates well with players.
“This game is filled with clever jokes and hilarious moments that keep you laughing throughout.”
“The humor is spot-on, with witty dialogue and absurd situations that make every playthrough enjoyable.”
“I love how the game combines humor with gameplay, making even the toughest challenges feel lighthearted and fun.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game evokes strong emotions, particularly anger towards societal issues and a sense of anxiety in everyday situations, such as waiting at bus stops.
“Made me feel very angry at society and a little anxious at bus stops.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
