Don't Wake Me Up
- February 1, 2024
- Hosted Games
- 4h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Don't Wake Me Up" , players are trapped in a virtual reality with no memories, except for those of past video games. They must navigate through levels of video game pastiches and satirical commentary, encountering eccentric characters and confronting personal truths. As a 400,000-word interactive novel, this text-based game is penned by a professional game screenwriter, offering a unique and introspective journey.
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Reviews
- The game features a lot of silly comedy and clever references, providing moments of genuine laughter.
- It has a strong narrative with interesting characters and meaningful choices that encourage replayability.
- The writing is engaging and thought-provoking, tackling heavy themes while still delivering a fun experience.
- The game has a significant tonal shift near the end that can leave players feeling disconnected from the narrative.
- Many endings are sad or unsatisfying, which may not appeal to all players and can feel restrictive.
- The pacing and humor can be inconsistent, making it difficult to discern important choices from trivial ones.
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as thought-provoking and emotionally impactful, featuring characters that resonate with players. However, it may not be suitable for those seeking a lighthearted experience, as it includes darker themes and potentially unhappy endings. Overall, while some aspects could be improved, the narrative is recommended for its depth and engagement.
“I enjoyed the story and the characters.”
“Enjoy the story, the characters.”
“If you don't feel like you're in the right headspace for a story that might have some not-so-happy endings (or you just don't want anything to do with them), then maybe hold off on this one. The game gave me a lot to think about, and while there are certainly things I would like to have been different, overall I would recommend this one.”
“All I know is this story was very hard-hitting, but of course fun.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, featuring standout comedic moments that elicit genuine laughter. Reviewers appreciate the clever jokes and parodic elements, suggesting a strong sense of humor that resonates well with players.
“Just ignoring the darker, heavier, philosophical, and ethical issues involved for a moment, there were some absolute comedy gems in this game that had me gut laughing, and I always appreciate that.”
“Would love to meet the author one day to see if the sense of humor and memes/references translate to real life.”
“It's hilarious! I loved the jokes; the whole thing feels like a video game parody.”
