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"GAG" is a psychological horror drama game featuring New York comedian Andy Barr and friends, with mature themes including sexual abuse. The game is interactive and dialogue-based, offering a unique and chilling experience. The Steam edition also includes the previous games "BOX," "CRASH," and "FLUE" as additional downloads.

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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 106 reviews
story6 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions

  • The game presents a genuinely creepy atmosphere and explores serious themes, making it a thought-provoking experience.
  • Includes three additional short games that are interesting and add value to the overall package.
  • The unique art style and surreal storytelling create an unsettling yet engaging experience for players who appreciate experimental indie games.
  • The main game is very short and lacks substantial gameplay, making it feel more like a skit than a complete game.
  • The handling of sensitive topics like sexual abuse is seen as tone-deaf and poorly executed, leading to mixed feelings about its message.
  • Many players found the overall experience to be underwhelming, with some games feeling incomplete or lacking depth.
  • story
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unconventional and mysterious elements, while others criticize it for being simplistic and insensitive, particularly regarding serious themes like sexual abuse. Many reviewers noted the story's brevity and its resemblance to short horror narratives, with a few appreciating the creepy setting and overall execution. However, the lack of depth and subtlety in the storytelling has left some players disappointed.

    • “I thought the guy who made this did a good job on the story, making it almost a mystery you need to figure out yourself.”
    • “Worth a buy if you're at all interested in non-conventional storytelling or horror as a topic.”
    • “I really enjoyed the story.”
    • “The story is so god awful and insensitive that it was almost comical.”
    • “Like, no effort was put into the story and it's obvious that the writer has no idea on how to write about a subject like sexual abuse.”
    • “It's a 15 minute game with a simple and dull story.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are characterized by a unique and stripped-down aesthetic that many players find intriguing and thought-provoking. The odd art style, combined with elements like text-to-speech, contributes to a sense of uncanniness that enhances the overall experience, despite the game's brevity. Overall, the visuals are appreciated for their originality, even if some players feel the gameplay lacks depth.

    • “Love the weird art style design, interesting concept.”
    • “Rather short indie game, really did enjoy the odd visuals.”
    • “Gag was pretty good, I think the weird uncanniness of the art style and the text-to-speech did a good thing.”
    • “I saw the odd graphics and I was interested, but it turns out there is nothing to this 'game'.”
    • “The aesthetic felt too stripped down to be anything but genuine.”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "gag" is minimal, primarily consisting of walking between locations with little else to engage players. While the experience may offer chilling examinations through its narrative, those seeking substantial gameplay elements may find it lacking.

    • “(Gameplay-wise though, there's not much there, so be warned.)”
    • “There's no gameplay to speak of in Gag.”
    • “You do have to walk from location to location, but that's about as far as the gameplay goes.”
    • “While there isn't much in terms of gameplay, Gag and Joshua Roland's other works in this package make for a chilling examination.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely criticized as being short and unfunny, with many reviewers noting that it fails to deliver any meaningful or entertaining content. Overall, it appears to lack comedic value and substance.

    • “It is short, unfunny, and had nothing to say on the subject.”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game emotionally impactful, noting that it effectively evokes the intended feelings and provides a unique experience across its different segments. While it may not alter worldviews, it leaves a lasting impression that resonates deeply with players.

    • “This game is wonderful, I actually didn't expect it to touch me the way it did, but it truly was an experience (I mean, all of the 4 experiences were truly something different!)”
    • “Nothing worldview changing, but it made me feel the way it wanted me to feel.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is noted as its strongest feature, described as unsettling and immersive. However, this positive aspect is significantly undermined by poor text-to-speech and writing quality, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “+ unsettling atmosphere”
    • “+ unsettling atmosphere”
    • “The game has an unsettling atmosphere that leaves you on edge.”
    • “The unsettling atmosphere really detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “I found the atmosphere to be unsettling, which made it hard to enjoy the game.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has been widely criticized, with users describing it as "pure garbage" and likening it to an ironic parody of sitcom themes. The main track is considered boring and pointless, while the unsettling music during the credits adds a peculiar touch, though it may not resonate positively with all players.

    • “The one music track is just pure garbage and really just feels like an ironic parody of the sitcom shows.”
    • “Crash being the most boring and pointless (although I may have just missed the point) bonus points for the unsettling music in the credits.”

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