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  • September 19, 2025

Do NOT say 21!

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56%Game Brain Score
humor, gameplay
72% User Score Based on 29 reviews

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Do NOT say 21! is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by &y and was released on September 19, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Do NOT say 21! is a minimalist turn-based counting game where you and Layla take turns counting 1 to 3 numbers, trying to avoid saying 21. Despite its simple rules, it challenges your strategic thinking to outsmart Layla and win three consecutive times. The game features straightforward controls, achievements, and a quirky, persistent opponent.

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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
  • The game is simple and fun, providing a quick and enjoyable experience that can be shared with friends.
  • The use of AI for generating assets is properly disclosed, and the game is free, making it accessible to everyone.
  • It offers a clever twist and a strategy that can be used in real-life scenarios, adding to its appeal.
  • The game is very short and can be completed in under a minute, leading to concerns about its overall depth and replayability.
  • Many players criticize the quality of the AI-generated art and voices, describing it as low effort and inconsistent.
  • The reliance on DLCs for additional content is seen as a cash grab, with some feeling that the game lacks substantial original content.
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of cuteness and comedic moments, particularly highlighted by a funny ending that leaves players amused.

    • “The ending is pretty funny and all.”
    • “Cute and funny.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is brief, lasting only 10 minutes, but it offers a competitive element that allows players to challenge friends and enjoy their reactions when they struggle to win.

    • “It's just 10 minutes of gameplay, but you can use it in real life to compete with your friends and see their reactions when they can't beat you easily.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express a deep sense of personal struggle and isolation, highlighting feelings of inadequacy and emotional turmoil related to their social lives and mental health. This raw honesty reflects a profound connection to the game's themes of loneliness and self-discovery.

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Do NOT say 21! is a casual strategy game.

Do NOT say 21! is available on PC and Windows.

Do NOT say 21! was released on September 19, 2025.

Do NOT say 21! was developed by &y.

Do NOT say 21! has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor.

Do NOT say 21! is a single player game.

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