Cyanide & Happiness: Freakpocalypse

57%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,002 reviews
  • humor
  • story
  • gameplay
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You've read the comic strips. You've watched the videos... now play the game: Cyanide & Happiness - Freakpocalypse.
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"Cyanide & Happiness: Freakpocalypse" is a point-and-click adventure game following Coop, an unpopular orphan, in his quest to save the world. Playing in the C&H universe, you'll interact with various objects and characters, tackling awkward social situations, bullies, and the challenges of high school. This is the first installment in the Freakpocalypse trilogy, promising a unique blend of humor, tragedy, and weirdness.

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57%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,002 reviews
humor284 positive mentions
music4 negative mentions
  • The game captures the humor and style of the Cyanide & Happiness comics and videos, providing a fun experience for fans.
  • There are many references and easter eggs from the C&H universe that add to the enjoyment.
  • The puzzles are engaging and can be fun to solve, with a good amount of detail in the game world.
  • The game is very short, with most players finishing it in 2-4 hours, which feels inadequate for the price.
  • It was marketed as a full game but is actually just the first part of a trilogy, leading to disappointment among players.
  • Many interactions feel pointless, with repetitive dialogue that detracts from the overall experience.
  • humor292 mentions

    The humor in "Cyanide & Happiness: Freakpocalypse" is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its dark, absurdist style typical of the franchise, while others find it repetitive and lacking in depth. Fans of the original webcomics may enjoy the numerous jokes and references, but some feel that the humor doesn't translate well into the game format, often falling flat or feeling stale. Overall, while there are moments of genuine hilarity, the game's humor is inconsistent, leading to a polarized reception among players.

    • “It's a funny game, lol.”
    • “The commentary between characters is funny, the puzzles are slightly challenging, and the overall look of the game is great.”
    • “This game is absolutely hilarious, recommend it for anyone that's wanting a laugh with mature jokes that are so immature.”
    • “But the facts speak for itself, the humor is dry and unfunny.”
    • “Very slow game and most of the jokes are not funny.”
    • “But there are so many unfunny jokes and cheap gags that you'll probably click past the stuff that's actually worth a laugh.”
  • story224 mentions

    The game's story is widely criticized for being overly short and feeling incomplete, often described as merely an introduction to a larger narrative that remains unfinished. Many players express disappointment over the lack of depth and direction, with the main storyline reportedly taking only a few hours to complete, leaving them wanting more. While some appreciate the humor and references to the Cyanide and Happiness universe, the overall consensus is that the game feels like a prologue rather than a full-fledged experience, leading to frustration over its episodic nature and pricing.

    • “Funny game, really great story. It's a really sad story; can't wait for the second part.”
    • “Great little game with lots of story.”
    • “This game has a great story, is funny, and I actually felt bad for the character with some of his dialogue about his childhood.”
    • “The game is very short with little replay value; the story goes nowhere, basically you play a prequel of a not-(yet?)-existing game.”
    • “The trailer tricks you into buying this, but this game only covers a third of the story advertised in the trailer; the game immediately ends when the story gets interesting and leaves you on a cliffhanger.”
    • “As far as the overall story, the game is painfully short.”
  • gameplay75 mentions

    The gameplay of "Cyanide & Happiness - Freakpocalypse" has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing its short duration (around 2-4 hours) and simplistic puzzles that feel unchallenging and uninspired. While some appreciate the humor and art style, others find the gameplay shallow and buggy, suggesting that it lacks the depth expected from a point-and-click adventure. Overall, the game is seen as overpriced for the amount of content it offers, leaving many players disappointed.

    • “Easy gameplay, great story and dialogue, and so many easter eggs from their shorts, I had a real blast playing it.”
    • “A legitimately humorous adaptation of a beloved cartoon comedy series, with surprisingly solid gameplay - South Park: Stick of Truth and South Park: Fractured But Whole.”
    • “Non-stop laughs, a game wall-to-wall with legitimately funny jokes, challenging puzzles, and decent gameplay - West of Loathing.”
    • “However, the gags do not come close to making up for the boring puzzles, bland gameplay, and extremely short playtime.”
    • “The gameplay and puzzles are shallow and feel like a cheap imitation of a point-and-click adventure.”
    • “The game is extremely short, a bit over 2 hours (and no, this isn't a speedrun like the devs want you to believe). People were beating it, a puzzle-based point-and-click adventure, when it came out in under 2 hours of normal gameplay.”
  • emotional14 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a mix of humor and tedium, as players find enjoyment in the absurdity of interacting with every element in the environment. However, this enjoyment can quickly turn into frustration due to the repetitive nature of the tasks and the feeling that the game is incomplete, leading to a sense of disappointment. Overall, while the game offers hilarious moments, the emotional engagement may wane as players exhaust the novelty of its mechanics.

    • “Loved it, hilarious content that if dwelled upon can last for several hours (but it does feel tedious).”
    • “I can't stop touching, talking to, and looking at things!”
    • “Literally in the beginning they make a joke about looking, touching, and talking to everything and they mean it.”
  • music12 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the menu music but finding the in-game tracks repetitive and poorly suited to the setting, such as tropical music in a school environment. Many users express frustration with the lack of variety, leading to annoyance during extended gameplay. Overall, while there is potential for improvement, the current soundtrack detracts from the experience for many players.

    • “But the menu music is enjoyable.”
    • “Maybe the humor and music improve as the game goes on, but I'm not sticking around to find out.”
    • “All you can do is not solving the puzzles but wandering around, listening to the same boring music for a long time, clicking everything and finding out what the real prop is before you have a headache.”
    • “Also, the music they choose to use is god awful.”
    • “Who plays tropical music in a school setting?”
  • stability9 mentions

    The game's stability has been criticized due to numerous bugs and glitches, particularly affecting achievements and gameplay functionality, which have hindered players' experiences. While the developers are actively releasing updates to address these issues, many users report persistent problems that prevent them from fully enjoying the game. Despite these stability concerns, some players have noted that the game runs well on the Switch and features impressive animation.

    • “The game runs smoothly on the Switch, providing a stable experience throughout.”
    • “I appreciate how well the game performs; there are hardly any glitches or crashes.”
    • “The fantastic animation combined with its stability makes for an enjoyable gaming experience.”
    • “Achievements are buggy.”
    • “I'd like to tell you how the gameplay was, but I can't because I couldn't even play the game; it's too buggy.”
    • “There are a lot of people complaining that different glitches or areas don't work for them, and some items you pick up you cannot use (they have no purpose) or side stories you can't complete yet.”
  • replayability8 mentions

    The game has been criticized for its very short length and lack of engaging content, resulting in virtually no replay value. Players feel that the story is unfulfilling and does not warrant multiple playthroughs, making it a disappointing experience overall.

    • “The game is very short with little replay value; the story goes nowhere, basically you play a prequel of a not-(yet?)-existing game.”
    • “This game is worth maybe $5 without the other parts, but considering there is literally 0 replay value, it's a pretty huge bummer.”
    • “Game is too short with little to no replay value.”
  • monetization6 mentions

    The monetization of the game has been criticized as a "cash grab," with players feeling that the $20 price tag is unjustified for a short and incomplete experience. Many reviewers express frustration over misleading advertisements that focus on future installments rather than the current game, leading to a perception of it being a low-quality product.

    • “I'll be real, it's a decent game, don't get me wrong, but it's way too short and it really kind of pisses me off that all of the advertisement for this game has nothing to do with this game but more about part 2 and 3. And yeah, you heard me right, there's going to be two other games. If this game was like 5 or 10 bucks, I'd be fine with that fact, but 20 bucks for a game that has barely anything to do with the story.”
    • “But for now, it feels like an incomplete flash game that was made in a cheap cash grab.”
    • “But for now, it feels like an incomplete flash game that was made in a cheap cash grab.”
  • grinding6 mentions

    Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find the achievement grinding enjoyable and a worthwhile way to extend playtime, others view it as tedious and repetitive, suggesting that it may detract from the overall experience. The game can offer hours of hilarious content, but the emphasis on grinding may not appeal to those who prefer a more narrative-driven experience.

    • “If you think that 45 hours of repetitive grinding is a greater gaming experience than an interactive story, maybe, just maybe, this game is not for you, don't you think?”
    • “Loved it, hilarious content that if dwelled upon can last for several hours (but it does feel tedious).”
    • “But sadly this experience was shorter than I expected at first, but grinding the achievements of the game made up for the playtime so that in the end the money wasn't wasted.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The game's graphics are highlighted for their unique and charming art style, complemented by humorous dialogue and a variety of unlockable costumes, contributing to an overall endearing visual experience.

    • “I found it had a charming narrative, enjoyable albeit at times obtuse gameplay, and a very endearing art style.”
    • “The unique art style, funny dialogue, and many costumes to unlock make the visuals truly stand out.”
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