Fat Dude Simulator

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In Fat Dude Simulator, play as Jack, a hungry man who loves to eat, as he spends a few days in a forest with no fridge or food sources. But when a terrifying creature starts hunting him, Jack must fight for survival in this third-person indie horror game. Based on a true story, explore the forest and use whatever you can find to defend yourself against the monster.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews

humor5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a charming quality and an unexpectedly good soundscape.
It offers a humorous experience that can be entertaining for a short time.
Some players found it to be a unique and eye-opening experience, appreciating its absurdity.

The controls are janky and can be frustrating, making gameplay difficult.
The game is extremely short, with some players reporting they completed it in just a couple of minutes.
There is a lack of meaningful content, with many players feeling it lacks a real objective or story.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game's story is polarizing, with some players finding it too short and lacking depth, while others praise its engaging and thrilling narrative, which is based on a true story and evokes strong emotions. Overall, the storytelling is described as both zany and horrifying, offering a mix of humor and intense action that captivates certain players.
- “A wonderful game with a touching story.”
- “The way the game presents you with heart-dropping action and vivid storytelling will make you come back for the thrill of a lifetime.”
- “Too short; you can beat it in like 2 minutes, and the game has no story. It's a funny game, but if we're being honest, this isn't worth the price even if it's on discount.”
- “A riveting story that's basically about how everything's crazy, zany, and wild.”
- “If this really is based on a true story, then my god... this is truly horrifying.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted to be amusing, particularly with its absurd visuals, such as a comically overweight character, which elicits laughter. However, many players feel that the humor quickly wears thin due to the game's brevity and lack of content, leading to a sense of boredom. Overall, while some find it funny, others believe it doesn't justify the price or provide lasting entertainment.
- “Although it's very humorous to see a fat dude in the elements for some unknown reason.”
- “Made me laugh quite a bit though.”
- “Pretty funny but a bit boring after 5 minutes due to not much to do, although it has nice graphics.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their quality and visual appeal, contributing to an enjoyable experience, though some users find the lack of objectives and gameplay depth leads to boredom after a short time. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the game's comedic elements.
- “The audio, the visuals, the gameplay, and the characters are all impressive.”
- “It's amazing for a good laugh, and the graphics are great.”
- “The graphics are nice, even though the gameplay can get a bit boring after a while.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
Users praise the gameplay for being excellent and well-integrated with the plot, highlighting it as a key aspect of their positive experience.
- “The audio, the visuals, the gameplay, and the characters are all top-notch.”
- “Exactly what I was looking for: excellent gameplay and plot.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The pacing of the gameplay is off, leading to frustrating moments that break immersion.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally impactful, highlighting its touching story and powerful dialogue that evokes strong feelings, often leading to tears.
- “The dialogue made me cry.”
- “A wonderful game with a touching story.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy has been criticized for being exploitative, with accusations of plagiarism due to a lack of credit for original artists and developers, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab.
- “The developers didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, which feels like plagiarism and a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it difficult to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
- “It feels like the game was designed to push players towards microtransactions rather than providing a balanced experience.”