Fly Simulator

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Fly Simulator is a single player and multiplayer simulation game. It was developed by HFM Games and was released on July 16, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Fly Simulator," players take on the role of a waiter facing off against swarms of flies intent on contaminating food, or becoming a giant fly seeking to increase their population. Players can use various weapons to fend off the flies, and must balance the need to protect food with the demands of customers. The game offers a unique and humorous take on the classic conflict between humans and pests.

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 332 reviews

humor11 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

The absurd premise of battling flies in a pizzeria provides a unique and humorous experience that can lead to laughter, especially when played with friends.
The game features a dual gameplay style, allowing players to choose between being a human waiter or an invading fly, which adds a layer of replay value.
Despite its simplicity and rough edges, the game has a low price point, making it an accessible option for those looking for a light-hearted, chaotic diversion.

The gameplay can quickly become repetitive, with limited maps and mechanics that fail to evolve, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
Many players report clunky controls, erratic collision detection, and frequent crashes, which detract from the overall experience.
The game suffers from a lack of players online, making it difficult to find matches, and the balance between the human and fly roles can feel uneven.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
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The gameplay is characterized by its intentionally simple and chaotic mechanics, focusing on humor and exaggerated physics rather than realism or depth. While it offers short bursts of amusement, it struggles with long-term engagement due to clunky controls and a lack of evolving gameplay elements, leading some to compare it to a half-baked mobile game. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some praising the fun and silliness, while others find it lacking in quality.
- “The result is a tongue-in-cheek experience that’s more about laughter and chaos than realism or precision, designed to deliver short bursts of amusement rather than long sessions of deep gameplay.”
- “Very enjoyable gameplay.”
- “The gameplay itself is intentionally simple, built around exaggerated physics and cartoonish mechanics.”
- “The game’s mechanics, while initially novel, don’t evolve much beyond their basic concept.”
- “The controls are clunky, the gameplay lacks depth, and honestly, it feels more like a half-baked mobile game than anything worthy of your time.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its chaotic premise of a battle between humans and flies, complemented by a low-budget aesthetic that enhances its comedic charm. While players find the game funny in short bursts, the humor often falters due to clunky controls and inconsistent gameplay, leading to mixed long-term engagement. Overall, it offers moments of genuine laughter, particularly when played with friends, but struggles to maintain its comedic appeal over time.
- “Instead of piloting aircraft, players are thrust into a chaotic and humorous battle between humans and flies.”
- “The aesthetic has a distinct low-budget charm that works for the kind of humor the developers are aiming for.”
- “Funny game but you need a friend to play.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
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The game's graphics are characterized by a simplistic, low-budget aesthetic that complements its humorous tone, with stable performance on most systems, making it accessible to players with older hardware. However, there are mixed opinions, with some users criticizing the graphics as poor and experiencing lag, particularly in multiplayer modes. Overall, while the visuals may not impress everyone, they align with the game's quirky style and low price point.
- “The game’s graphics are made with simplicity in mind, using unity to render bright, static environments like restaurant tables, kitchens, and dining halls.”
- “The aesthetic has a distinct low-budget charm that works for the kind of humor the developers are aiming for.”
- “Fantastic graphics, a wonderful gameplay and environment.”
- “The graphics are bad, and the controls could be better too… but it costs only 79 cents.”
- “Very bad graphics, not very good multiplayer servers (very high ping), can't even start a party if you want to play with friends.”
- “Wonky controls, bad graphics and how do you clean up the blood when people die because at that point if it scares all the customers away then basically the fly wins.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, glitches, and low frame rates that hinder gameplay. Many players experience freezing and buggy controls, making it difficult to enjoy the game fully. Overall, the stability problems detract from the overall experience, leaving players frustrated.
- “To be honest, this game is fun, but it's way too buggy and it crashes a lot.”
- “Can't say anything bad about the game if you can't even play it because it crashes and freezes a lot.”
- “Very buggy and the controls are wonky.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The reviews indicate a mixed perspective on the story aspect, with some users noting a complete absence of narrative, while others highlight an engaging storyline that creatively involves players in a unique role reversal between humans and flies. Overall, the story is described as fun and innovative, particularly in its integration with gameplay mechanics.
- “Stunning graphics, fun storyline, and a cryptocurrency miner in the background to top it off!”
- “As a fly, you must rely on the player playing as a human to do their role as a worker, just for the flies to be able to continue in their mission of the game.”
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
- “As a fly, you must rely on the player playing as a human to do their role as a worker just for the flies to be able to continue in their mission of the game.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly polarizing; many players praise its deep characters and impactful writing, leading to a profound emotional experience that evokes a wide range of feelings, from joy to sorrow. However, some users criticize the game's graphic violence and unsettling content, which detracts from their emotional engagement and leaves them feeling disturbed.
- “This game changed my entire outlook on life and is a masterpiece everyone should play. It made me cry, laugh, and everything in between. Buy this now!”
- “Deep characters and the writing was very good; it was very emotional.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers limited replayability, primarily due to its duality feature that allows players to switch sides for a different perspective on encounters. While achievements and the option to play from both sides provide some incentive to revisit the game, the overall experience is considered lightweight, resulting in low replay value.
- “The duality gives the game a modest layer of replay value, as switching sides provides a fresh perspective on the same chaotic encounters.”
- “The addition of achievements and the option to play from both sides add minor replay value, though the overall experience remains lightweight.”
- “Low replay value.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features minimal background music, allowing the chaotic sounds of battle to take center stage and enhance the immersive experience.
- “The music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the emotional impact of each scene.”
- “The soundtrack is a masterful blend of genres that keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- “The dynamic music changes in response to the player's actions, creating an immersive experience.”
- “There’s little in the way of background music, which puts emphasis on the noisy chaos of the ongoing battle.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, with some suggesting that it feels like a chore rather than an engaging experience. The repetitive nature of the gameplay may require players to invest significant time, leading to a desire for a more enjoyable or streamlined approach.
- “The premise of fighting off flies as a waiter might sound interesting, but it quickly becomes tedious.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it performs stably on most systems and is accessible for players with older hardware due to its low graphical demands, some users report significant optimization issues.
- “Performance is stable on most systems, and the low graphical demand makes it accessible even to players with older hardware.”
- “Terribly unoptimized”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a deliberately absurd tone, resembling an arcade brawl rather than a serious simulation, which contributes to a lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “The result is an intentionally ridiculous atmosphere that plays more like an arcade brawl than a serious simulation.”