DINNERDINNNER

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DINNERDINNNER is a single player casual simulation game with horror, romance, comedy and anime themes. It was developed by Lu and was released on February 1, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"DINNERDINNNER" is a horror adventure game set in the modern era. ◆ Story You are a staff member at "DINNERDINNNER." Throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening, you encounter various people and strange events. Customers with bizarre stories, those engaging in trivial conversations, and others discussing incomprehensible matters. The town is filled with peculiarities, and you find it quite u…

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Charming and cute visual art style with unique furry character designs.
Engaging atmospheric and cozy vibe blending slice-of-life with subtle horror elements.
Short and approachable narrative with relatable characters and an intriguing mysterious undertone.

Very short gameplay length, easily completed in around 15-20 minutes.
Clunky tank-style controls and poor optimization causing frequent frame rate drops.
Lack of clear guidance or goals, resulting in confusing progression and some plot holes.

story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
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The story is generally considered weak and underdeveloped, with many reviewers noting it lacks depth, coherence, and meaningful delivery, often resembling unfinished or simplistic concepts. While some appreciate the atmosphere and subtle, relatable moments, most find the plot confusing, vague, and disappointing, especially given the short gameplay experience. Overall, the narrative is seen as a missed opportunity that fails to engage or provide a compelling storyline.
- “It's an ok little story where you play as a socially awkward girl working at a small diner.”
- “The story is wholesome and relatable, making it a fun and engaging experience.”
- “A fine little story where customers say meaty thoughts that make you go 'ohhhh, hmmm ' and also a cute little lesbian relationship.”
- “There are the beginnings of stabs at things, but it is very far away, writing-wise it's like taking a handful of common story concepts and going 'yeah then it could be like this' and stopping the process there rather than spending time to actually deliver a story of any kind.”
- “Overall, the story has too many plot holes and almost no real information is given about anything.”
- “The movement is absolutely horrendous, the game frequently has random drops to 5 fps, the horror aspect is just not present (it's just a dark story line, not a scary one), the plot is absolutely atrocious, it plays like it was written by a 10 year old.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The gameplay of Dinnerdinnner combines simple mechanics with a slow-building, mysterious atmosphere that appeals to fans of psychological and atmospheric stories. However, some users find the controls clunky and the technical performance problematic, leading to a less engaging experience for others.
- “Dinnerdinnner is an atmospheric indie game that blends slice-of-life gameplay with an underlying sense of unease.”
- “The simplicity of the mechanics, combined with a growing mystery, keeps things engaging.”
- “Fans of psychological stories and atmospheric gameplay will find much to appreciate here.”
- “The gameplay is a bit clunky, since you move and look around using the arrow keys or WASD.”
- “A meandering story, lifeless atmosphere, and non-existent gameplay make Dinnerdinnner an easy skip.”
- “Gameplay and mechanics”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
The game suffers from noticeable optimization issues, including frequent lag and FPS drops in certain scenes, alongside clunky controls. While these performance problems can hinder the experience, many players still find the game enjoyable despite them.
- “Had mild performance problems in some segments, but overall worth it for the hotdogs hotdogs hotdogs.”
- “Okay character drawing is cute but awful controls, very bad optimization; at the beginning nothing is clear again, they don't give any goals.”
- “A short, surreal horror game with clunky controls and poor optimization.”
- “Despite the horrible performance, outdated control scheme and the cryptic dialog in more or less broken English, I love it to an unhealthy degree...”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
49%
13%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a unique blend of cozy yet mysterious and unsettling elements, enhanced by effective sound design and subtle storytelling. While many appreciate its psychological depth and slow-burning mood, some find the atmosphere lifeless and detracting from the overall experience.
- “This mix of obscurity, strange stories, cozy atmosphere, and bizarre characters creates a comfortable confusion throughout the whole game.”
- “Dinnerdinnner is an atmospheric indie game that blends slice-of-life gameplay with an underlying sense of unease.”
- “The sound design, with its quiet hums and occasional oddities, plays a crucial role in enhancing the game’s atmosphere.”
- “A meandering story, lifeless atmosphere, and non-existent gameplay make dinnerdinnner an easy skip.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The music effectively complements the game's mood, shifting from soothing and cheerful to subtly unsettling, enhancing the immersive and entrancing experience. While some find it captivating and well-matched to the story, others perceive certain tracks as unpleasant or grating. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere and character appeal.
- “I grabbed the bundle and played them randomly without looking at the synopsis, which led to a delightful stomach drop when the lights flickered and peppy music stopped.”
- “The soundtrack complements this mood, starting soothing and then turning subtly unsettling as the story progresses.”
- “Love the music, and the characters.”
- “I grabbed the bundle and was playing them randomly without looking at the synopsis, which led to a delightful stomach drop when the lights flickered and peppy music stopped.”
- “Till you realize you're tripping balls and listening to some of the worst music that penetrates your skull making you sick...”
- “The overall mood between cheery music and repeated motifs through clunky controls is really entrancing.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are charming and cute, but for optimal performance, users recommend turning the graphics settings all the way down.
- “Charming and cute visuals.”
- “Visuals and sound.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect is highlighted by a wholesome and relatable story that enhances the overall engagement and enjoyment of the experience.
- “The story is wholesome and relatable, making it a fun and engaging experience.”
- “Wholesome and relatable narrative.”
- “Wholesome relatable story.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is light and self-aware, especially through its playful take on the "horror" theme, which is more amusing than genuinely scary. Players find the comedic tone easy to follow and enjoy the game's tongue-in-cheek approach.
- “It's pretty easy to follow along too, and the entire gimmick of this one, that it's a 'horror', is kind of funny (it's not actually horror).”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in the game can feel slow and tedious for some players, potentially impacting overall enjoyment due to the pacing.