Happy Lab

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Happy Lab is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Badim and was released on October 26, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Introducing "Happy Lab": A thrilling test facility experience! You are a new intern at the most advanced science facility. Your daily job would be to train our AI "Aurora". Tests, Tools, Upgrades, and Weapons - are at your disposal. "Aurora" purpose is to create the most advanced armor and fix all glitches on the way if there are any. Features: 6 Weapons: Unleash the power of explosive …

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

atmosphere1 negative mentions

The game features clever mechanics and enjoyable puzzles that provide a fun experience.
It has a nice visual presentation with smooth graphics and animations.
The game offers a unique blend of humor and horror elements, creating a memorable atmosphere.

The voice acting is consistently criticized as being poor and detracting from the experience.
The physics engine is inconsistent, leading to frustrating gameplay where solutions may not work as intended.
The story feels underdeveloped and derivative, lacking originality and depth.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The story is criticized for its lack of originality, heavily resembling "Portal" and feeling like a generic post-apocalyptic narrative, potentially hindered by translation issues. While the story mode is brief and offers minimal changes between difficulty levels, it features multiple test trials and two endings, with puzzles that allow for varied gameplay. Overall, the narrative is seen as a mixed bag, with some redeeming qualities in its structure and puzzle design.
- “The story unfolds across multiple test trials.”
- “Although the story mode is short, it has two endings.”
- “Nice game with a great story!”
- “The plot is trying to copy Portal so much it's pathetic.”
- “Not inherently bad, the story mode feels like you asked ChatGPT to write some post-apocalyptic tale, and the dialogue doesn't help. This could also be partly due to translation issues if the developers aren't native English speakers.”
- “It makes the entire upgrade mechanic pointless when you're playing the story.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a visually appealing design and clever mechanics, though some players find the upgrade system ineffective during the story mode. While minor gameplay issues have been reported, ongoing updates from the developers are expected to address these concerns, and many appreciate the meditative quality of the gameplay.
- “The game looks nice enough and the mechanics are clever.”
- “Good meditative gameplay.”
- “It makes the entire upgrade mechanic pointless when you're playing the story.”
- “Faced a few minor gameplay issues, but the devs are working on updates, so I guess they'll be fixed really soon.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its clever humor and creativity, featuring amusing puzzles and hidden easter eggs. It effectively transitions from humor to creepiness, providing memorable emotional experiences, making it a recommended choice for fans of unconventional horror. Overall, players find it funny, easy, and relaxing.
- “Funny and creative game, with good puzzles and Easter eggs.”
- “When the game smoothly moved from funny to scary, it was creepy; you won’t forget such emotions. I recommend it to fans of non-standard horror games.”
- “Funny, easy, and relaxing!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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Reviewers indicate that the game's optimization issues lead to frequent reloads and frustrating gameplay experiences, suggesting that improvements in either reload speed or level asset placement could significantly enhance overall performance and player satisfaction.
- “If one of those two problems were addressed, the other would be less of a hassle, as you would have to do fewer reloads over a bad start, or your reloads would be quicker if the game were optimized more effectively, especially regarding pre-placed assets in a level.”
- “The optimization in this game significantly enhances the overall experience, making gameplay smoother and more enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, allowing for faster load times and a more seamless experience throughout the game.”
- “If one of those two problems were amended, the other would be less of a pain without question, as you would have to do fewer reloads over a bad start, or your reloads would be quicker at least if it were optimized more cleanly, especially when looking at pre-placed assets in a level.”
- “The game's optimization is severely lacking, leading to frustrating performance issues that detract from the overall experience.”
- “I often find myself waiting too long for the game to load or respond, which makes it hard to stay engaged with the gameplay.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is described as intensely tense, effectively evoking fear and anxiety, particularly in scenarios involving elevators. This heightened sense of dread contributes significantly to the overall immersive experience.
- “I honestly admit that I am afraid of elevators, and the atmosphere is so tense that my heart began to pound.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics and animations in the game are highly praised, with users highlighting their impressive quality and visual appeal.
- “The graphics and animations are really impressive!”
- “The visuals are stunning and bring the game to life!”
- “The art style is unique and beautifully crafted!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game runs very smoothly with no noticeable glitches, indicating a high level of stability.
- “Everything is very smooth, no glitches.”
- “The game runs flawlessly, providing a seamless experience.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, which makes for a stable gameplay.”