Happy Room
- December 19, 2016
- Mana Potion Studios
- 7h median play time
Get on Steam"Happy Room" is a physics-based sandbox game where you set up challenging scenarios in a test room filled with various objects and hapless ragdolls. Your goal is to cause the maximum amount of damage and pain to the dolls while they navigate through your deadly traps and obstacles. With a wide range of tools, props, and environments, the possibilities for imaginative and sadistic fun are endless.
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and creative way to experiment with various weapons and traps to inflict damage on the test dummy.
- It's a great stress reliever, allowing players to unleash their frustrations in a light-hearted and humorous manner.
- The graphics and physics are surprisingly good for a low-cost game, enhancing the overall experience.
- The gameplay can become repetitive after a few hours, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
- Some challenges are overly difficult or frustrating, which can detract from the enjoyment of the game.
- There are bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as issues with unlocking sandbox mode and progress resets.
- story35 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely minimal or non-existent, with players focusing more on gameplay mechanics and quests. While some enjoy the sandbox elements and the creativity involved in completing missions, many express frustration over the difficulty and grindiness of certain quests, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the lack of a compelling narrative leaves players feeling that the game is more about completing challenging tasks than engaging with a story.
“It's lots of fun and can expand your creativity as you need to figure out how to do specific missions!”
“The game's unlocks are fun to mess around with and the missions are rewarding because they help you win more.”
“You start with some bombs, and on the top of the screen there are four quests that reward money to be able to place more weapons in your room, and upgrade weapons with a second currency.”
“It's okay, but I wouldn't recommend it for the simple fact that you eventually get to that point in the game where all the quests at the top get way too challenging, which essentially makes you stuck at them for way too long.”
“This game looked so fun at first, but the missions ruin it for me.”
“I really want to recommend this game, but because it's fun when you can just mess around with the weapons, having those missions there makes me feel like I'm wasting my time not trying to achieve them.”
- gameplay30 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by smooth mechanics and a realistic physics engine, enhancing the chaotic experience. While many players appreciate the fun challenges and ragdoll elements, some criticize the repetitive nature and lack of depth, suggesting it may not hold long-term interest. Overall, it appeals to fans of sandbox and physics-based games, but may require updates to maintain engagement.
“The gameplay mechanics are smooth, and the physics engine adds an extra layer of realism to the chaos.”
“The challenges are fun and gameplay is incredibly brutal and funny.”
“Epic ragdoll gameplay and the amount of destruction you can pour on your little clone is amazing. Kudos to the devs on such a good game; hopefully, there will be some updates and new weapons to keep the game fresh.”
“Gameplay lacks diversity and some slightly more in-depth mechanics.”
“Plus the gameplay is just bad.”
“Repetitive, not much variety at the moment; if you like to mess around and test what works and what doesn't, then play it, but personally I don't like the gameplay right now.”
- humor26 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its absurdity and slapstick nature, with many players finding the violent antics of the in-game dummy both hilarious and entertaining. The combination of brutal gameplay and comedic physics creates a unique experience that keeps players laughing, although some note that the humor can become repetitive over time. Overall, it is described as a funny and addictive sandbox game that provides a lighthearted outlet for creative chaos.
“I am by no means a sadist, but there were times I couldn't stop laughing.”
“Some of the ways the physics engine works are just hilarious.”
“This game made me laugh so hard I almost bashed my head against the wall.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are described as vibrant and quirky, enhancing its light-hearted and chaotic atmosphere. While many users appreciate the art style and smooth visuals, some express a desire for more detail and originality in the graphical elements. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gameplay experience, particularly in relation to its physics-based mechanics.
“The graphics are vibrant and quirky, perfectly complementing the game's light-hearted yet delightfully chaotic atmosphere.”
“Wonderful game with great smooth graphics.”
“Graphics are surprisingly good.”
“It's not that fun to use a bunch of unoriginal machines to graphically destroy a figure.”
“Kind of wished the graphics were a bit more detailed.”
“Graphics stuck at low.”
- stability14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- -14 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, particularly in challenges and sandbox mode. While some users find the game enjoyable despite these issues, others express frustration over the frequency and severity of the bugs, suggesting that it may not be worth purchasing until these problems are addressed. Overall, the game's stability is a notable concern, impacting the overall experience for many players.
“The game is complete with no glitches as far as I'm aware.”
“I haven't encountered any stability issues during my gameplay.”
“The overall stability of the game is impressive, making for a smooth experience.”
“If you want to do achievements and challenges, the game is too buggy to complete them properly.”
“I am trying to see if I can max out the damage bar in sandbox, but too many weapons cause framerate issues and the dummy freezes midair or sometimes leaves the play area altogether.”
“This sucks as soon as I start it glitches..... I want a refund right now... I'm sorry I'm just mad because as soon as I start I place a mine and start.”
- replayability11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
Overall, the reviews indicate a mixed perception of replayability. While some users appreciate the game's potential for replay value and stress relief, others find it lacking in content and variety, leading to a sense of dullness after initial playthroughs. The consensus suggests that while there are enjoyable elements that encourage replaying, significant improvements could enhance the overall experience.
“Excellent educational game, good replayability.”
“Lots of replayability too.”
“Great game relieves stress while giving you an enjoyable replayable experience.”
“Fun for the time you play, but the weapon placing system becomes annoying to work with after a while, and unfortunately not really much replayability.”
“Non-replayable, short playthrough.”
“Sadly, I think there is no real replayability after.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 71 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be time-consuming and sometimes tedious, requiring significant dedication to unlock certain features and items. Many reviews highlight the grind as a potential barrier to enjoyment, especially when it involves RNG elements or repetitive tasks. However, some players appreciate the challenge and view it as a rewarding experience, particularly in the context of a well-designed game.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“It may take time to do certain things; some take dedication, and sometimes it can be tedious.”
“To unlock certain traps, you have to reach a specific damage threshold, which can get difficult and grindy. Additionally, some quests can be painfully RNG reliant.”
“Slow and grindy at the beginning; great easy-to-use interface. It's an all-around great time-killer if you don't have a powerful PC.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as fun and engaging, complementing the simple controls and enhancing the overall experience with enjoyable audio effects.
“The music is fun and the controls are simple.”
“Love the music and weapon effects.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
While some users noted that their computers remained cool during gameplay, others expressed disappointment with the lack of promised features and reported a decline in performance. Overall, the optimization appears to be inconsistent, with mixed experiences among players.
“Optimization: my computer remained cool.”
“No new weapons or gizmos, none of the promised features like 'dummy customization', and performance has somehow gotten worse.”
“The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
“Frequent crashes and long loading times have made the experience unbearable.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is polarizing, with some users finding it engaging and fun, while others express discomfort with its themes, particularly regarding child-related content. Overall, it elicits strong reactions, ranging from enjoyment to controversy.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by vibrant and quirky graphics that enhance its light-hearted and delightfully chaotic feel.
“The graphics are vibrant and quirky, perfectly complementing the game's light-hearted yet delightfully chaotic atmosphere.”
“The sound design immerses you in a world that feels alive, enhancing the overall atmosphere and making every moment feel significant.”
“The combination of stunning visuals and an enchanting soundtrack creates an atmosphere that draws you in and keeps you engaged.”
