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Don't Touch this Button!

94%Game Brain Score
humor, music
gameplay, stability
94% User Score Based on 132 reviews

Platforms

Nintendo SwitchXbox Series X|SPCPlaystation 5Playstation 4Xbox OneXboxWindowsPlayStation

About

"Don't Touch This Button!" is a chaotic physics-based party game. Compete with friends in multiple minigames, where the goal is to avoid pressing the button at all costs. One misstep and you'll set off a chain reaction, so think fast and keep your hands off that button! He who touches it, loses.

Don't Touch this Button! screenshot
Don't Touch this Button! screenshot
Don't Touch this Button! screenshot
Don't Touch this Button! screenshot
Don't Touch this Button! screenshot
Don't Touch this Button! screenshot
Don't Touch this Button! screenshot

94%
Audience ScoreBased on 132 reviews
humor4 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions

  • The game features clever and imaginative puzzles that encourage lateral thinking, making it a fun and engaging experience.
  • It's a short game that can be completed in under 2 hours, making it a great option for casual gamers or those looking for a quick brain teaser.
  • The humor and unique mechanics, such as doing the opposite of what the game instructs, add a delightful twist to the gameplay.
  • Many puzzles are overly simplistic and can be brute-forced, leading to a lack of challenge for experienced players.
  • The game is quite short, which may leave players wanting more content and a deeper exploration of its mechanics.
  • Some levels can be frustrating due to unclear instructions or arbitrary solutions, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
  • gameplay
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by engaging puzzle mechanics that promote problem-solving and strategic thinking, with each level introducing unique challenges. However, many players feel that the game underutilizes its mechanics, as new elements are often introduced but not revisited, leading to a lack of challenging stages that fully leverage the game's potential. Despite this, the controls are responsive and the overall experience remains enjoyable.

    • “Every level is different and most have different mechanics and ways to reach the button to advance.”
    • “While the gameplay mechanics are straightforward (do the opposite), the game's design encourages problem-solving and strategic thinking.”
    • “Controls are very responsive and snappy, and do not hinder the gameplay.”
    • “Sadly, it feels like the potential wasn't used to its fullest, since every mechanic that is introduced is only used on its own.”
    • “What I was really missing at the end would have been some challenging stages that made use of all the introduced mechanics.”
    • “Every second or third room or so, a new mechanic is introduced through the charming 'don't do this' signs. You solve a puzzle directly after that (usually without any signs for 'help') using the same mechanic, and then it is dropped for the rest of the game.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is noted for its clever humor and "troll" vibes, reminiscent of "What the Golf," making it a short yet entertaining puzzle experience. Players appreciate its comedic elements, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay atmosphere.

    • “It's quite clever and I found it humorous.”
    • “Short funny puzzle game with similar 'troll' vibes as What the Golf.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a single, captivating soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience without becoming bothersome, making it enjoyable enough to keep on during play. Overall, the music is described as wonderful and fitting for the background.

    • “Includes a really wonderful soundtrack for the background.”
    • “As far as I know, there is only one soundtrack in this game, but during gameplay, it doesn't get annoying to the point where you want to turn it off in the menu.”
    • “As far as I know, there is only one soundtrack in this game, but during gameplay, it doesn't get annoying enough that you want to turn it off in the menu.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game exhibits a few glitches, which some players find enhance the fun of speedrunning, both with and without glitches. Overall, while stability issues are present, they do not detract significantly from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “There are a couple of glitches in this game that affect stability.”
    • “The game has several stability issues that can be frustrating.”
    • “I encountered multiple crashes while playing, which really detracted from the experience.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is perceived as minimal, particularly in the final level, where players note the absence of a clear narrative to conclude. This lack of a defined storyline is not seen as a significant issue by users.

  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its minimalist design and creative puzzles, which evoke a sense of satisfaction and engagement as players navigate the unique challenge of doing the opposite of what is instructed. Despite its brevity, the game leaves a positive impression, encouraging players to invest in the experience.

  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are heavily stylized and simplistic, yet they maintain a consistent aesthetic that effectively contributes to the game's world-building.

    • “The graphics are heavily stylized and simplistic, but consistent, which helps to build the game's world.”
    • “The graphics are heavily stylized and simplistic, but they are consistent and help to build the game's world.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has been criticized for occasional frame skipping, particularly when running above 60fps, indicating that it may not be fully optimized for higher refresh rates.

    • “The only problem I really have is that it tends to skip frames every now and then, but that may be because it wasn't optimized for more than 60fps.”

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1h Median play time
1h Average play time
1-1h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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