Happy's Humble Burger Barn

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In "Happy's Humble Burger Barn," players step into the shoes of a new burger barn employee, striving to impress their boss and satisfy customers with delicious, simulated meals. The game boasts a realistic burger preparation process, aiming to immerse players in a low-poly PS1-inspired atmosphere with soothing sounds and satisfying graphics. The ultimate goal? To become a happy and successful burger chef without any gruesome or horror elements.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 248 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a surprisingly fun and engaging horror experience with a unique concept.
The graphics and atmosphere are well-received, with many praising the PS1-style visuals and eerie soundtrack.
It's a short but enjoyable game that serves as a great introduction to the full version, with interesting lore and gameplay.

The game is very short, often described as more of a demo than a full game, leaving players wanting more content.
Some players found the horror elements lacking in tension and scares, making it feel less impactful.
There are technical issues reported, such as lag and difficulty in following instructions, which can detract from the overall experience.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have been praised for their unique combination of styles, particularly the low-poly PS1 aesthetic that enhances the creepy atmosphere. While some users noted minor glitches, the overall visuals, including the use of CRT shaders, contribute to a compelling and unsettling experience. The character models, described as nightmarish, add to the game's eerie charm, making it a standout in the horror genre.
- “The combination of various styles was exceptionally done, and the PS-like graphics were incredible.”
- “I really loved the low-poly PS1 graphics along with the creepy atmosphere and story.”
- “The visuals and feel of the environment were cool; I really liked the CRT shader they had, giving the game a really nice feel.”
- “The graphics in here suck.”
- “You can tell something is wrong, but it could just be the graphics. The customer models are the stuff of nightmares; it's also very creepy how they watch you make the food/drinks.”
- “There is another Happy's Humble Burger Barn game that is not free; it's actually like a full game with better graphics and all.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
43%
The music in "Happy's Humble Burger Barn" is widely praised for its ability to enhance the game's unsettling atmosphere, featuring a mix of eerie soundtracks and chill lofi hip-hop beats. Reviewers highlight how the soundtrack contributes significantly to the horror experience, creating an engaging and immersive environment that complements the game's mysterious and creepy elements. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that effectively heightens the tension and intrigue throughout the gameplay.
- “Very chill, and the music is great!”
- “It was pretty chill and the soundtrack consisted of lofi hip-hop beats playing on the radio.”
- “The ambience and soundtrack added a lot and it was really engaging.”
- “The soundtrack was repetitive and lacked variety, making it feel monotonous over time.”
- “The music didn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “I found the sound effects to be overly simplistic and not engaging enough.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its engaging and eerie qualities, combining low poly PS1 graphics with a chilling soundtrack that enhances the horror experience. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke genuine scares and a sense of mystery, making it a standout in the horror genre. Overall, the immersive atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's appeal, earning high recommendations from players.
- “I really loved the low poly PS1 graphics along with the creepy atmosphere and story.”
- “Great part of the story from the best horror game of last year, with amazing atmosphere and perfect soundtrack.”
- “Amazing soundtrack, eerie atmosphere that sends chills down the spine, engrossing mystery that makes you want to uncover what's at play beneath the surface and a terrifying spin on this slice of life experience.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, enhanced by cool graphics and an intuitive design. Players appreciate the combination of a compelling story and immersive lore, while specific gameplay tweaks have made certain segments, like the fast food worker simulation, particularly addictive. Overall, the experience is described as both enjoyable and thrilling.
- “It's pretty fun and scary; the story and gameplay were great. I recommend it!”
- “The lore is crazy, the gameplay is awesome, and the 90's 3D filter is amazing!”
- “The gameplay tweaks make the fast food worker sim portion of the final game even more addicting.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is highly praised for its engaging and creepy atmosphere, effectively enhancing the horror experience. Players appreciate the combination of low poly graphics and a compelling narrative, which contributes to the overall fun and frightening gameplay. The soundtrack is also noted as a perfect complement to the story, making it one of the standout horror games of the past year.
- “Engaging story and scary atmosphere; I screamed once or twice with a lot of 'excuse me' to go around.”
- “I really loved the low-poly PS1 graphics along with the creepy atmosphere and story.”
- “Great part of the story from the best horror game of last year, with amazing atmosphere and perfect soundtrack.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted for its effective blend of funny and spooky moments, with some users highlighting that even the cheap jump scares can elicit genuine laughter and surprise.
- “It has some genuinely funny moments.”
- “That was both funny and spooky; not gonna lie, even that cheap jump scare got me good.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is characterized as a wholesome experience rather than a horror game, making it suitable for players who are sensitive to darker themes. Reviewers highly recommend it for its emotional warmth and positivity.
- “This game is not a horror game at all; in fact, it's a really wholesome experience. I highly recommend it to anyone who is sensitive to horror.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features appealing graphics and a beautiful aesthetic, but users have reported occasional glitches that detract from the overall stability.
- “The game offers some nice graphics and a really beautiful aesthetic, although there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
- “I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “The game is plagued by constant lag and frame drops, which severely affects the overall stability.”