Cthulhu Virtual Pet

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Cthulhu Virtual Pet is a single player casual simulation game with horror and comedy themes. It was developed by NeuroCreativa and was released on March 31, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

This 8 bits Cthulhu Virtual Pet can be in your pocket to fill your days with fun

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,643 reviews

graphics28 positive mentions

monetization258 negative mentions

The game is fun and engaging, with a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic virtual pets.
The mini games are enjoyable and provide a good way to earn in-game currency.
The deep sleep feature allows players to manage their time better without worrying about their pet's needs.

The game can be overly demanding, with Cthulhu's needs depleting too quickly, leading to frustration.
There is a lack of clear instructions or tutorials, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics.
The frequency of ads can be intrusive, disrupting gameplay and diminishing the overall experience.

monetization
266 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game primarily revolves around ads, which many players find intrusive and frequent, with full-screen ads appearing every 60 to 90 seconds. While some users appreciate the option to pay $1 to remove ads, others express frustration over the aggressive ad placement that disrupts gameplay. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some players willing to pay for an ad-free experience, while others feel the ad frequency detracts significantly from the enjoyment of the game.
- “Worth your time and worth upgrading to no ads.”
- “This game is amazing and fun, but my only issue is that I know you can pay for no ads. I think it would be better if there were slightly fewer ads because I get one like every minute. Besides that, great game!”
- “Extremely addictive and no ads.”
- “The game is barely there to justify the purchase and the advertising scheme is extremely annoying.”
- “The pop-up ads are full screen and so you can't help but click them and clog your browser with them.”
- “What would otherwise be a great little game is lost by pushy relentless notifications and way too aggressive advertising.”
graphics
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute, retro, and nostalgic aesthetic, reminiscent of classic 8-bit and pixel art styles. Many players appreciate the simplicity and charm of the visuals, although some express a desire for more customization options and clearer instructions. However, there are mixed feelings about recent updates that altered the art style, with some players preferring the original graphics.
- “I love the retro graphics, the easy-to-play games, and the concept overall.”
- “The graphics are adorable and trigger every nostalgic bone in your body.”
- “Graphics are classic and well made.”
- “The graphics are cute but the lack of instructions means that if you don't figure it out, then it's unplayable.”
- “Most new graphics also look kind of disturbing when I look at them carefully, like the eating animation of the man.”
- “Needs better graphics and longer gameplay; I disliked it because of that.”
humor
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its blend of cuteness and dark comedy, particularly through its Lovecraftian themes and pixel art style. Players find the notifications and sound effects hilarious, contributing to an overall fun and engaging experience. The game successfully combines nostalgia with a quirky sense of humor, making it enjoyable for a variety of players.
- “The mini games are fun and addictive, love the graphics and sounds, and the notifications when he needs attention are hilarious!”
- “Wonderfully designed little game with a pitch black sense of humor.”
- “Reminds me of Tamagotchi with a hilarious Lovecraft twist, very fun :)”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, with players enjoying the engaging mini-games and the unique tamagochi mechanics that add depth to the experience. However, some users find the gameplay repetitive over time and express frustration with intrusive ads that disrupt play. While the graphics and overall design are praised, there are calls for more intuitive mechanics and additional gameplay options to enhance long-term enjoyment.
- “The mini games are fantastic as they effectively kill time with simple yet well-executed mechanics.”
- “This is a pretty standard virtual pet on the surface, but the mini games and worshipers mechanic give it some fresh and lasting playability.”
- “Loved the graphics and the gameplay is simple and fun.”
- “The skins don't add anything to gameplay and their appeal wears off quickly.”
- “Don't assault your users with ads that interfere with gameplay every 1.5 minutes.”
- “But after several repeats of the gameplay without any new features for the accomplishment in the game, you would get bored really fast.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the creepy and ambient tracks that enhance the Lovecraftian theme. However, some users have requested more variety, such as chiptune additions, and have noted issues with looping in mini-game soundtracks. While many enjoy the sound effects and overall atmosphere, there are also complaints about the inability to turn off the music, which can interfere with other audio.
- “Mini games are addictive and the ambient music is creepy and cool at the same time.”
- “The pixel art is amazing and the music when he sleeps puts me in a different world.”
- “Paid the buck to drop the ads, love the eerie music and Lovecraftian theme.”
- “The music of the minigame added in the last update just stops playing after a while; maybe you should consider setting it on a loop.”
- “Could definitely use some sweet chiptune music thrown in there to liven things up a bit.”
- “It is a little annoying when you're listening to music or a podcast and it gets drowned out by the app.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players report enjoying a smooth experience with minimal glitches, others encounter significant bugs, particularly with specific mini-games like the lock game and issues related to save data. Developers appear proactive in addressing these glitches, but inconsistencies in performance and functionality remain a concern for many users.
- “A stable game experience significantly enhances overall enjoyment.”
- “The game runs smoothly without crashes, making for a seamless experience.”
- “When a game is free of bugs, it allows players to fully immerse themselves in the gameplay.”
- “I loved this game and had a high score, but after resetting my phone and reinstalling the app, it seems like when it tries to load my save game, it just freezes.”
- “One con: the lock game is really buggy.”
- “The padlock mini game is still a little buggy.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with many mini-games losing their initial appeal quickly. While some appreciate the art style and the potential for earning currency through these activities, the lack of meaningful rewards and the frustrating mechanics of certain games contribute to a generally negative experience.
- “Nothing real to look forward to; most of the mini games were tedious, and only two earned me currency consistently.”
- “Levels cease to give rewards; there's nothing to purchase aside from skins, and half the mini games are tedious.”
- “The mini games are initially fun, but quickly become tedious.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is mixed; while it runs smoothly for some users and receives regular updates, others report issues such as being unable to progress past the first screen due to screen compatibility problems.
- “The game runs smoothly and is updated regularly.”
- “Can't get past the first screen - unoptimized for my screen, can't press the 'Invoke' button.”
- “The game runs poorly on my system, with frequent frame drops and long loading times.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that made it impossible to progress, indicating a lack of proper optimization.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received positive feedback, particularly from fans of the Tamagotchi concept, with users expressing enthusiasm for the unique experience of caring for a Cthulhu pet. Overall, it appeals to those familiar with the source material and offers an engaging narrative.
- “Loved the story, especially the unique elements like Tamaguchi.”
- “Anyone with an interest in this storybook will love having their very own Cthulhu pet.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express frustration with the emotional impact of gameplay mechanics, highlighting a sense of unfairness and disappointment due to inconsistent performance across devices. This has led to negative feelings, prompting some to uninstall the game entirely.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game offers good value for the price, many users feel that it lacks significant replayability.
- “Worth the dollar for sure, but don't expect a lot of replay value.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development has received mixed feedback, with some users expressing frustration over unexpected changes to character designs after significant investment in their progression. This lack of communication regarding alterations can detract from the overall experience and immersion.
- “It's frustrating to invest time in character development only to have the design completely changed without any warning.”
- “After spending over a week developing my character, it was disappointing to see such a drastic change in design that felt completely unannounced.”
- “The lack of consistency in character design after investing so much time is really disheartening.”