GRUBBY FINGERS

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GRUBBY FINGERS is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by tober and was released on May 12, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Scratch away at your leisure, win big money and listen to some gloomy generative dark jazz! Who knows, maybe that locked door will open at some point and you can get out of this strange gas station in the middle of nowhere... Controls:Look around with the mouseClick to movePress I to open and close the inventoryEsc for options and pause Keep an eye on your energy bar on the bottom of the scre…

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Strong atmospheric design that captures an eerie, creepy, and psychedelic vibe reminiscent of a mysterious gas station at night.
Addictive and engaging gameplay loop centered around scratching lottery tickets combined with energy management and subtle hidden secrets.
Minimalist and focused mechanics that blend simple gambling with exploration elements, supported by a moody art style and an excellent dark jazz soundtrack.

Lack of in-game guidance, tutorials, or a clear interface leads to confusion, especially about controls, energy management, and game mechanics.
Technical issues such as buggy and overly sensitive controls, scratching glitches, and no volume or pause options negatively impact the gameplay experience.
Design choices like quitting the game on pressing Escape without pause, cumbersome inventory management, and some unclear prize feedback detract from overall usability.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The gameplay effectively combines gambling mechanics with hidden elements in a simple, repeatable loop that gradually reveals deeper strategies. Players find it engaging as they optimize their chances for big payoffs without the experience feeling overly complex.
- “This game blends gambling mechanics and hidden elements without overcomplicating the core gameplay.”
- “I have to admit I found it quite absorbing after a while, the mix of the high of quite literal gambling paying off and slowly coming to understand the various mechanics of the scratch tickets. You get "in the zone" trying to optimize your chances of a big payout.”
- “And this was pretty much my gameplay; rinse and repeat for a while until at some point… was that the door?”
- “The gameplay is simple.”
- “The same goes for the scratch mechanic.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music is praised for its moody and atmospheric qualities, featuring a dark jazz soundtrack that enhances the eerie, ambient vibe of the game and complements its unique art style perfectly.
- “No pun intended, but it scratched all my itches — ambient music, a strange and eerie liminal space, and random chance.”
- “All the while listening to a great soundtrack!”
- “The art style is very moody and the dark jazz soundtrack from an old radio is super cool.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is notably bizarre and unsettling, effectively creating a tense and edgy mood. Despite its simplicity, it successfully immerses players in a small but evocative gambling-themed environment.
- “This game stands out not only for its simplicity but also for its bizarre atmosphere, which has a way of putting you on edge.”
- “It's a small, atmospheric game about gambling.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users praise the game's moody art style, highlighting its unique and atmospheric visuals that complement the dark jazz soundtrack. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's immersive and stylish ambiance.
- “I also really liked the art style of the game!”
- “The art style is very moody and the dark jazz soundtrack from an old radio is super cool.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is compromised by buggy and overly sensitive controls on Mac, resulting in a frustrating experience, while it is nearly unplayable on the Steam Deck.
- “But I did take a gamble, pun very much intended, and found that the controls were buggy and overly sensitive on the Mac, which at least outweighed the fact that it was virtually unplayable on the Steam Deck.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor in the game's unexpected and relatable moments, particularly enjoying situations that lead to funny, repeated challenges like struggling to replenish energy. The comedic timing and spontaneous events contribute to an amusing experience.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is minimalistic and almost nonexistent, focusing on a simple setting in a small convenience store with no narrative or character movement, emphasizing a stripped-down, straightforward experience.