Eat, Sleep, Bet, Repeat
- October 26, 2017
- Strategic Designs Ltd.
Get on SteamIn "Eat, Sleep, Bet, Repeat" , players attempt to survive and thrive by managing their unemployment benefits and betting on horse racing and football. The game features a realistic betting shop environment with 3D horse racing and speech synthesis technology for audio commentary. Players must make strategic betting decisions while also considering their character's health and well-being, such as taking walks on the beach or visiting the pub. The consequences of their choices will affect their character's survival.
Reviews
- Captures the quirky atmosphere of 1980s betting parlors, providing a nostalgic experience for players familiar with that era.
- Offers a simple and engaging betting simulation with basic gambling mechanics and a focus on horse racing.
- The recent addition of 3D race sequences enhances the gameplay experience, making it more enjoyable.
- Lacks depth and complexity, with no real progression or upgrades, making it feel simplistic and repetitive.
- Graphics are outdated, reminiscent of the 90s, which may disappoint players looking for modern visuals.
- The jukebox feature is non-functional, and some players feel the game is overpriced for the content it offers.
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics are reminiscent of the 90s, which may not satisfy those seeking modern, high-quality visuals. However, the game's nostalgic aesthetic and unique charm may resonate with a specific audience.
“The graphics have a nostalgic 90's charm that adds to the overall experience.”
“While the graphics may not be flashy or state-of-the-art, they have a unique appeal that fits the game's style.”
“The visuals may not be cutting-edge, but they contribute to the game's distinctive atmosphere.”
“If you're looking for a game with flashy and state-of-the-art graphics, you will be disappointed.”
“The graphics are kind of 90's, but that's okay.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is solid, featuring basic gambling mechanics and virtual races that provide past performances and statistics for each horse, aiding players in making informed betting decisions. However, some users express a desire for more advanced betting options, such as exactas, to enhance the experience further.
“It has good, basic gambling mechanics with past performances and nice virtual races, although some deeper betting options like exactas would be nice.”
“You get past performances and a few stats for each horse entered in the race, allowing you to look through them for clues that will help you find a winner.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as entertaining and engaging, with a nostalgic 80s vibe that adds to its charm. Players find it to be a funny and enjoyable casual betting simulation, appealing particularly to gamblers and racing enthusiasts.
“Loving the 80s feel, cool game, funny!”
“A funny and entertaining casual betting sim for gamblers and racing fans!”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game lacks a meaningful story or progression, focusing primarily on financial growth, which has led some users to express a desire for more narrative depth and additional locations to enhance the experience.
“The game doesn't have a story or any real progression, other than your bank balance growing.”
“I think it has a lot of potential to be developed and expanded with a story and extra locations.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere effectively immerses players in the gritty, nostalgic vibe of 1980s England, capturing the essence of a degenerate gambling culture centered around horse racing.
“This game immerses you in the atmosphere of being a degenerate in 80s England, perfectly capturing the gritty essence of the time.”
“This game is about gambling on horse races, with an atmosphere that makes you feel like a degenerate in 80s England.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features solid basic gambling mechanics and enjoyable virtual races, though players express a desire for more advanced betting options, such as exactas.
“It has good, basic gambling mechanics with past performances and nice virtual races.”
“The gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of betting options that keep things interesting.”
“I appreciate the smooth mechanics and the way the game balances strategy and chance.”
