Don't Wake God

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Don't Wake God is a single player survival survival game. It was developed by Alex Klexber and was released on February 21, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

Take on the role of Tieface - a dream figment, whose goal is to prevent his dreamer from waking up - if he wakes up, you die! Acquire abilities, outsmart your enemies, and most importantly... Don't Wake God.

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Single-Player

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Surprisingly good for a free-to-play game with an interesting backstory and appealing artwork.
The game features charming visuals and a unique concept, making it enjoyable for a short play session.
Creative gameplay with a variety of mechanics that shine through the roguelike elements.

Controls can be clumsy and awkward, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game lacks balance, with some abilities being clearly superior to others, affecting overall difficulty.
Some levels are too easy, and the gameplay can become messy towards the end.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and appealing art style, featuring surreal and creepy creature designs that enhance the intriguing backstory. Players appreciate the hand-crafted visuals and overall aesthetic, which contribute to a polished experience despite some gameplay mechanics being less refined. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout aspect, with potential for further development in future iterations.
- “In love with the art style with its surreal and creepy creature designs.”
- “A fun concept executed with very pretty, hand-crafted, original visuals.”
- “Amazing art style and a simple but well-polished concept!”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of frantic action and clumsy controls, leading to a somewhat janky experience, yet it remains engaging and playable. Players appreciate the interesting mechanics and variety, particularly in the roguelike elements, despite some core actions feeling ineffective. Overall, the game offers appealing visuals and audio, complemented by a unique gameplay loop centered around keeping a character happy.
- “Nice visuals, strange but solid gameplay, and a cute little ending, plus it's free.”
- “The gameplay is a good blast of roguelike with some genius twists and mechanics to be had, with a wonderful variety that lets the roguelike randomization really shine.”
- “Gameplay feels a bit more frantic than maybe it should due to clumsy controls for the core actions, but overall a simple, playable game that works.”
- “Quite appealing audio and graphics, though the game mechanics themselves can be quite janky.”
- “Everything about this game is supremely interesting, but it's unfortunate that its sole primary mechanic (pushing) barely works.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its quality and artistic integration.
- “The music and art are both fantastic.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “Each track is beautifully composed, adding depth and emotion to the game.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The game's backstory and concept are engaging, complemented by fitting artwork, though the main story can be completed in just one day.
- “The backstory and concept of the game are quite interesting and are supported by appropriate artwork.”
- “The main story can be completed in just one day.”
- “The main story is playable in one day.”
- “The backstory/concept of the game is quite interesting and is backed up by appropriate artwork.”