Hand Simulator Survival
- December 17, 2019
- HFM Games
- 4h median play time
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- Extremely funny and enjoyable when played with friends.
- Unique concept that combines hand mechanics with survival gameplay.
- Great value for the price, providing hours of laughter and fun.
- Controls are clunky and difficult to master, leading to frustration.
- Game can become boring quickly, especially when played solo.
- Numerous bugs and glitches, including invisible snakes and disappearing items.
- humor316 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in "Hand Simulator Survival" is widely praised, particularly when played with friends, as it leads to hilarious and chaotic moments that enhance the experience. Many players find the game's clunky controls and absurd scenarios—like struggling to perform simple tasks with floppy hands—add to its comedic charm, making it a fun, albeit short-lived, experience. However, some reviews note that the humor can wear thin when played solo, and the game lacks substantial content beyond its initial laughs.
“Hand simulator survival is a game where you are on a random island messing around with floppy hands, and try to survive days. You can crack coconuts open and make fires, but you also have to worry about thirst, hunger, and health. It's so cursed and odd; I think this game was purely made for jokes. It's definitely pretty unique.”
“10/10 would recommend to everyone because watching my friend bash my head with a rock was the most hilarious thing ever.”
“The first hour of this game was gut-laughing for me and my friends, and on top of that, this game really tests the attention span of its players because of its incredibly difficult learning curve.”
“Not VR, not funny.”
“Not VR, not funny.”
- gameplay161 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Hand Simulator: Survival" is characterized by its clunky controls and challenging mechanics, which can be frustrating for some players but ultimately lead to a fun and rewarding experience, especially when played with friends. While the game offers a unique take on survival mechanics, many users feel it lacks depth and can become repetitive after mastering the initial challenges. Overall, it is seen as a humorous and chaotic experience that shines in multiplayer settings, despite its potential for improvement.
“Overall, Hand Simulator: Survival is a thrilling and immersive game that I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys survival games or physics-based gameplay.”
“The gameplay of this piece of art is phenomenal, the graphics are breathtaking, and the physics, oh the physics... it really is something next level.”
“Right off the bat, Hand Simulator: Survival throws you in the deep end of the pool with no hand-holding like other games. The game is absolutely brutal, relentlessly throwing everything it has at you from the start, creating one of the most satisfying and rewarding gameplay loops possibly of all time.”
“Just like a lot of other games made for jokes, this game does get boring. It isn't very thrilling either; you just try to survive longer than everyone else. It also has pretty odd mechanics, and the hands are very hard to control sometimes. It's kind of frustrating at times, and I didn't play this game much due to boredom.”
“This game is straight garbage. The mechanics are awful at night; if you don't make a fire, you die in a matter of minutes. Also, there are jumping snakes that randomly spawn at night and kill you.”
“The gameplay is ass. Mechanics are trash, graphics are trash, interface is trash; I got eye cancer playing this.”
- story79 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising it as a captivating and enriching experience, highlighting its depth and integration with gameplay. Conversely, others felt let down by the narrative, citing issues with character development and timeline clarity, leading to a perception of a lackluster storytelling effort. Overall, while some consider it a storytelling masterpiece, others find it lacking in substance.
“This game has the single best storyline and gameplay of any game I've played. The sheer genius of the gameplay design could keep you playing for hours, but mixed in with the story, it becomes more than a game; it becomes a lifestyle.”
“I'll be honest, there aren't many games which can top this one in any genre. It has some of the latest and greatest graphics, the story is insanely captivating, and gameplay is always a blast; it never gets old.”
“This is the most in-depth, beautiful storytelling masterpiece. This game goes above and further beyond in storytelling and gameplay alike.”
“The characters don't do the story justice, the timelines are blurred and the epic nature is missing.”
“There was literally no storyline or anything, boring game and no tutorial.”
“But, and it is a big butt, for a story I left feeling let down.”
- graphics66 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as breathtaking and impressive, particularly in creating immersive environments, while others criticize them as mediocre or poor. Several reviews highlight the disparity in quality, with some describing the visuals as stunning and next-gen, while others find them lacking and detrimental to the overall experience. Overall, the graphics seem to be a polarizing aspect, with opinions varying widely among players.
“The graphics are impressive and really capture the feel of being lost in the wilderness.”
“The gameplay of this piece of art is phenomenal, the graphics are breathtaking, and the physics, oh the physics... it really is something next level.”
“The game runs and performs effortlessly at 120 fps with 4k resolution with jaw-dropping visuals that will leave you stunned.”
“Graphics are mediocre, and the game just isn't that fun.”
“Game is hard and poor graphics.”
“Mechanics are trash, graphics are trash, interface is trash; I got eye cancer playing this.”
- stability49 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is widely criticized for its numerous bugs and glitches, which significantly impact gameplay, including issues with controls, invisible enemies, and erratic physics. While some players find the chaotic nature of these bugs amusing, many agree that the game feels incomplete and requires substantial fixes to enhance stability. Overall, the consensus is that while it can be fun, the game's instability detracts from the overall experience.
“Don't recommend as it's very buggy and lacks content; the menu is cool though, as if it was the only thing they really put effort into.”
“Game is extremely buggy to play; controls are very slow, and if you're not playing with friends, there are little to no servers, so good luck finding anyone online.”
“Game is filled with glitches and bugs; scorpions and snakes pop up from under the world and instantly kill you.”
- grinding22 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 45 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of "Hand Simulator: Survival" to be excessively tedious and frustrating, often describing it as a long, monotonous grind that detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game. The clunky controls exacerbate the issue, making even simple tasks feel laborious and leading to a sense of boredom over time.
“A bit grindy... sometimes.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“This game gets really boring after a bit because it's just so tedious!”
“One long, tedious grind.”
- music10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its outstanding soundtrack and epic African music featured in the main menu. Many reviewers consider it one of the best aspects of the game, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
“The best game on earth, outstanding graphics, soundtrack, and story!”
“It's an amazing game with the best soundtrack and best storyline.”
“Epic African music in the main menu.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a profound emotional impact from the game, with many expressing feelings of deep sadness and warmth, often leading to tears during gameplay. The emotional depth is highly praised, with some reviewers rating it a perfect 10 for its ability to evoke such strong feelings.
“This game made me feel a great sadness.”
“This game made me feel all sorts of warm and gooey inside.”
“I played, and I cried.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, with users noting that while it can be fun with friends, it is quite short and lacks depth, leading to a low replay value rating. Despite its enjoyable experience, many players feel that the simplicity of the objectives diminishes the incentive to play multiple times. Overall, the consensus suggests a disconnect between the fun factor and the game's replayability.
“Infinitely replayable.”
“This game is a really fun experience with friends, and while it is short, the overall experience is 10/10. The replay value is 4/10.”
“Replayability: 3/10”
“Replayability: 3/10”
- optimization6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, particularly regarding its poor performance and numerous bugs, with users noting that controls are not well-suited for mouse and keyboard setups. Overall, the optimization is rated poorly, reflecting a frustrating experience for players.
“The control is not optimized for mouse and keyboard use.”
“The performance is horrible.”
“5/10 bugs and general performance.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with players noting its immersive qualities, particularly when experienced on a big screen. The visuals and setting contribute to a captivating experience, reminiscent of space exploration themes. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature that enhances the gameplay.
“After many great reviews, I decided I would go and play this on the big screen for the atmosphere, and I have to say it was great.”
“After many great reviews, I decided I would go and play this on the big screen for the atmosphere, and in that, at least I have to say it was great.”
