Granny Simulator
- April 17, 2019
- Nick Kestle
- 4h median play time
In "Granny Simulator," two players are grandmother and grandson. The grandmother aims to complete daily tasks, aided by household items, while the grandson tries to stop her with violent object-throwing. Keys scattered around the map unlock containers for additional tools, creating a fun and chaotic simulation.
Reviews
- Hilarious gameplay that provides endless laughs, especially when played with friends.
- Unique and absurd concept that allows players to engage in silly antics like kicking babies and throwing grenades at grandmas.
- Affordable price point makes it a great option for casual gaming sessions.
- Game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
- Limited content and replayability, with only a few levels available.
- Multiplayer functionality is often unreliable, making it difficult to find or connect with other players.
- humor219 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players highlighting its chaotic and slapstick nature, often resulting in uncontrollable laughter, especially when played with friends. Many reviews note the game's reliance on glitches and ragdoll physics, which contribute to its comedic charm, despite some criticism regarding its unfinished state and bugs. Overall, it is considered a hilarious experience that thrives on dark humor and absurd situations, making it a fun choice for casual gaming sessions.
“This game is hilarious and a great way to kill time.”
“The clunkiness of it makes for hilarious moments and a very unique charm.”
“I spent most of the game laughing my ass off.”
- stability40 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is widely recognized for its numerous glitches and bugs, which many players find amusing and contribute to the overall fun, especially in multiplayer settings. While some updates have introduced lag and additional issues, the chaotic nature of the gameplay often enhances the experience rather than detracts from it. Overall, despite its instability, players recommend it for its entertainment value, particularly when played with friends.
“Plays like an asset flip with buggy handling and 'omg so edgy' gameplay for the sake of it.”
“Pretty bland & dead, buggy mess of a game that looks like a shitpost made in 2 hours.”
“It's super fun and the dumb glitches make it all the better, but now for some reason, whenever I try to play it, my entire computer crashes.”
- graphics39 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising their beauty and high quality, while others criticize them as basic or significantly downgraded. Many players appreciate the unique art style and physics, which contribute to the game's humor and charm, but others express frustration over limited graphical options and performance issues on lower-end devices. Overall, the graphics are seen as either a highlight or a drawback, depending on individual expectations and hardware capabilities.
“Beautiful graphics, groundbreaking physics, and one-in-a-decade gameplay.”
“The graphics and sound design are top-notch, enhancing the overall gaming experience.”
“Granny Simulator™ is a marvelous title including riveting gameplay and heart-wrenching storytelling. The developer has clearly spent countless months crafting the masterpiece we know as Granny Simulator™, from its wonderfully created graphics to its beautiful animations, everything has been put together perfectly.”
“The game does not have enough options for graphics to fix my lag.”
“You can't change graphics in the game and low-end devices like mine are stuck with 15-30 fps all the time, unplayable.”
“The graphics are considerable on the setting 'very high' but on 'very low' (aka the best option for the smoothest-running experience), the graphics are more akin to a simple mobile game that was made in a couple of hours.”
- gameplay38 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Granny Simulator" is characterized by its comedic and chaotic mechanics, allowing players to engage in humorous scenarios as they navigate the roles of a baby and a grandmother. While the game is accessible and easy to pick up, some players note that the balance favors the baby, making it less enjoyable for those playing as granny. Despite some initial bugs, recent updates have improved the experience, offering fun multiplayer interactions and unique physics that enhance the overall enjoyment.
“Amazing game, the graphics are unreal and the gameplay is just amazing.”
“From the hilarious chaos that ensues to the clever gameplay mechanics, Granny Simulator is a gem that deserves every bit of its five-star rating.”
“Overall, the gameplay was absolutely out of this world, an absolute spectacle; I enjoyed every second of it.”
“The only downside while I'm playing is that it's quite easy to win as the baby on any level because Granny has so many disadvantages such as speed and mechanics, causing people to not want to play if they are Granny.”
“Plays like an asset flip with buggy handling and 'OMG so edgy' gameplay for the sake of it.”
“Absurd ragdoll physics, goofy looking graphics, and edgy gameplay.”
- story31 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with some players noting a lack of narrative depth, while others praise it for its emotional impact and engaging moments. Notably, "Granny Simulator™" is highlighted for its compelling storytelling and immersive gameplay, despite some critiques regarding the need for more complexity and choices in the storyline. Overall, the game's narrative elements seem to resonate well with certain players, providing both humor and suspense.
“Granny Simulator™ is a marvelous title including riveting gameplay and heart-wrenching storytelling. The developer Nick Kestle has clearly spent countless back-breaking months and years crafting the masterpiece we know as Granny Simulator™, from everything to its wonderfully created graphics to its beautiful animations. Everything has been put together perfectly to make this.”
“A jewel in the gaming world, the story for this game has made me cry multiple times with some of the tear-jerker moments. The suspense and horror satisfied my adrenaline junkie craving; need I say more?”
“Best game ever, nice storyline.”
“This game has no story.”
“No story.”
“The story for this game has made me cry multiple times with some of the tear-jerker moments.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it infinitely replayable due to its multiplayer aspect, others feel it becomes stale quickly with limited game modes. Many users express a desire for additional features to enhance replay value, indicating that the current offerings may not sustain long-term interest.
“☑️ infinitely replayable”
“The multiplayer aspect adds tremendous replay value, making it a fantastic game for social gatherings or online play.”
“It’s fun and I’d recommend it and hope more features are added for more replayability.”
“The replayability is honestly quite low - there are two main game modes: granny or baby, and both get quite wearisome and familiar very quickly.”
“It's fun, and I'd recommend it, but I hope more features are added for more replayability.”
“It's fun, and I'd recommend it, but I hope more features are added for more replayability.”
- music5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players praise the incredible soundtrack and its ability to enhance the gaming experience, others find it forgettable and not particularly memorable. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its calming effect amidst the game's chaotic elements.
“Incredible soundtrack and controls.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
“The crazy physics, sounds, and music work very well together.”
“The soundtrack is, uh... I already forgot it existed, probably the only part of the game I didn't despise.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Many users express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like players would need a "second life" to keep up with the demands of leveling up or acquiring resources.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Granny Simulator™ is praised for its emotionally impactful storytelling, with players highlighting its ability to evoke strong feelings, including tears during poignant moments. The game's immersive graphics and well-crafted environments enhance the emotional experience, making it a standout title that resonates deeply with players.
“Granny Simulator™ is a marvelous title including riveting gameplay and heart-wrenching storytelling. The developer, Nick Kestle, has clearly spent countless back-breaking months and years crafting the masterpiece we know as Granny Simulator™. From the wonderfully created graphics to the beautiful animations, everything has been put together perfectly to create an emotional experience.”
“A jewel in the gaming world, the story for this game has made me cry multiple times with some of the tear-jerker moments. The suspense and horror satisfied my adrenaline junkie craving; need I say more?”
“10/10 would cry again.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting it as an unplayable mess, particularly in multiplayer mode. While some acknowledge that it is still in early access, there are calls for better community engagement from the developers to address significant bugs.
“I got this game because it looked like a funny let's play game, but I found an unplayable mess that's poorly optimized. In my experience, you can't even start a multiplayer server. I understand it's still in early access, but the developers could at least try to connect with the community to patch game-breaking bugs.”
“The optimization in this game is a disaster. I constantly experience frame drops and crashes, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the gameplay.”
“It's frustrating to see such potential in this game, but the optimization issues ruin the experience. Loading times are excessive, and the game often freezes, which is unacceptable.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a thrilling sense of excitement and unpredictability, as players navigate the dynamic interactions between a mischievous child and a player-controlled granny.
“Playing as a mischievous child trying to outsmart the player-controlled granny creates an atmosphere of constant excitement and unpredictability.”
“The haunting sound design and eerie visuals immerse you in a world filled with tension and suspense.”
“Every corner of the environment is meticulously crafted, enhancing the feeling of isolation and dread.”
“The game fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
“Despite the interesting premise, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
“The lack of environmental detail and sound design makes the atmosphere feel lifeless and uninviting.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect is highlighted through a notable advertisement focused on contraception, suggesting that the game's promotional strategies may effectively engage players while addressing important social issues.