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Happy's Humble Burger Farm

A hallmark of excellence. There may be flaws, but they are negligible and won't cause massive damage.
82%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
stability, grinding
93% User Score Based on 2,090 reviews
Critic Score 68%Based on 8 reviews

Platforms

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About

Happy's Humble Burger Farm is a first-person, survival- horror game that combines fast food service with terrifying supernatural elements. As a low-wage worker at Happy's, you must follow customer orders, manage resources, and maintain cleanliness while dealing with sinister forces that lurk within the establishment. The game offers a unique mix of service simulation and psychological horror, where every shift could be your last.

Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
Happy's Humble Burger Farm screenshot
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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,098 reviews
story202 positive mentions
stability24 negative mentions

  • Unique blend of horror and cooking simulation that keeps players engaged.
  • Intriguing story with deep lore and interesting characters.
  • Fun gameplay loop that combines time management with horror elements.
  • Game can be glitchy and unstable at times, affecting the overall experience.
  • Some boss fights feel repetitive and lack challenge.
  • The game is relatively short for its price, leading to concerns about replayability.
  • story
    518 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with many players finding it intriguing and engaging, featuring unexpected twists and a unique premise that blends horror with fast-food simulation. However, some critiques highlight issues with pacing, a lack of depth in certain areas, and the early revelation of key plot points that diminish suspense. Overall, while the narrative has its flaws, it is generally well-received for its creativity and ability to keep players invested.

    • “The story is truly amazing, alongside the interesting characters and lore.”
    • “The story itself throws you for a loop and the engaging gameplay + endless mode is super fun!”
    • “I really like the story of the game; I've never played anything like it, it's actually really creative and I hope the devs make a sequel to it.”
    • “The story is just pretentious garbage.”
    • “The problems I have come with the story because there is no attempt to hide the big 'you're in a simulation' thing since the beginning; it's laid out in front of you and yet every character talks to you like you have no idea what's going on.”
    • “The story ended up losing its way and focused more on the 'living in a simulation' rather than the haunted burger joint aspect that could have made for a much more fun time.”
  • gameplay
    336 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Happy's Humble Burger Farm" is a unique blend of horror and restaurant management, featuring a fun and engaging core loop that involves cooking and serving food while navigating supernatural threats. While many players appreciate the frantic and addictive nature of the gameplay, some have noted issues with bugs, repetitive mechanics, and a lack of clarity in new features introduced later in the game. Overall, the experience is enjoyable, particularly in endless mode, but it may be best to purchase during sales due to its occasional glitches and short playtime.

    • “The gameplay itself is what really drew me to this game because despite how tight the controls feel, the gameplay loop is lowkey superb.”
    • “Gameplay is fun, running the restaurant has the perfect amount of tension and excitement, surrounding story is interesting, and the animatronics are super effective at creeping you the heck out!”
    • “I loved the exploration and the overall gameplay!”
    • “Some new mechanics introduced later into the game aren't explained at all.”
    • “It does have some neat ideas with the town mechanics and certain puzzles you have to complete, but a lot of the time you're going to be dealing with a lot of other thrown in frustrating mechanics that make the game very annoying to play at times.”
    • “The atmosphere and setup are solid but the gameplay lacks polish.”
  • graphics
    114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro aesthetic, drawing inspiration from PS1 and PS2 styles, which many players find charming and fitting for its quirky horror theme. While some reviews note that the visuals can be low-quality or clunky, the overall atmosphere and unique art style, including VHS filters, contribute positively to the game's experience. Players appreciate the ability to customize graphics settings, enhancing the creepy ambiance, although performance issues have been reported at higher settings.

    • “The graphics are amazing in the sense that it is going for a PS2 art style.”
    • “On top of everything else, the graphics looked absolutely amazing and made me really feel like it was a PS1 era game.”
    • “The graphics give it a nice feel and it's not all about cooking burgers; you get to explore so much and learn so much about this story.”
    • “Clunky controls, cheap graphics, and general low quality lose their charm when you pay full price; especially when there are a ton of games just like this at the same quality or better for free out there.”
    • “Even setting the graphic settings to low did nothing to help compared to ultra (ultra did put me at 0-1 fps though), so I'd like to give advice to the game developer: changing the texture resolution does nothing for fps. I also noticed that most of the textures were super low res on the low setting, but some furniture pieces and the cooked burger patties are higher res than everything else.”
    • “So the graphics in Happy's Humble Burger Farm are not so great.”
  • atmosphere
    95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of "Happy's Humble Burger Farm" is widely praised for its unique blend of horror and quirky simulation, featuring an engaging mix of unsettling and humorous elements. Reviewers highlight the game's detailed world-building, retro aesthetic, and immersive sound design, which contribute to a creepy yet captivating experience. While the atmosphere is generally considered excellent, some players wish for more varied gameplay to match the intriguing setting.

    • “Its unique atmosphere and intriguing blend of genres!”
    • “The atmosphere goes from pretty chill and cozy feeling to unnerving a lot, which I like.”
    • “The atmosphere and general feel of the game are brilliant, but I just wish there was more to do.”
    • “The atmosphere and setup are solid but the gameplay lacks polish.”
    • “It lacks the same atmosphere and mystery of the old itch.”
  • music
    78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players expressing surprise at the quality of the soundtrack, which features catchy and engaging tunes that enhance the overall experience. Notably, the soundtrack includes contributions from well-known artists, adding to its appeal, and players appreciate the variety and originality brought by the developers. While some mention occasional blandness, the majority agree that the music significantly elevates the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.

    • “The soundtrack alone is worth a playthrough.”
    • “In all honesty, this is one of the best soundtracks I've heard in any game I've played.”
    • “The music in this game is just so catchy and enjoyable to listen to, especially when trying to avoid death!”
    • “Music can be bland at times.”
    • “My only gripe is that there's so much music and radio stations according to the credits, but browsing music on the jukebox is such a pain compared to the albums in the older versions and really slow.”
    • “Especially during moments that are tense, the music and sound design really set the tone for what is about to happen.”
  • humor
    70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a blend of crass and absurd elements, often juxtaposed with unsettling horror, creating a unique atmosphere that keeps players engaged. Many reviewers appreciate the small, funny details and random events that add levity to the gameplay, while the satirical take on corporate culture and the chaotic burger-making tasks contribute to its comedic appeal. Overall, the humor is described as both entertaining and effective, enhancing the game's immersive experience.

    • “The game satirizes corporate dominance and throws in some seriously messed-up elements that are both hilarious and creepy.”
    • “It's not the scariest game I've ever played, but it is exactly what I expected and wanted it to be: a horror/mystery with a uniquely absurd 'read between the lines' plot (complete with several easter eggs of lore), snarky sense of humor and a creepy immersive atmosphere all wrapped nicely in a relatively realistic work sim.”
    • “Genuinely a fun experience that had me hooked and was funny without trying too hard, one of the few gems of 2021 gaming.”
  • stability
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting a variety of bugs and glitches, including issues with items and controller inputs. While some found these glitches to be minor and fitting within the game's dynamic, others expressed disappointment, especially given the game's price point, expecting a more polished experience. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its stability issues detract from the overall experience.

    • “But what's in there is good and mostly bug free.”
    • “Also, this game is buggy as hell.”
    • “This game is very buggy and broke quite a lot.”
    • “But the only reason I don't find it a 10/10 is because it glitches so bad, especially by the restaurant.”
  • grinding
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly as they progress and encounter repetitive tasks and uninspired enemies. While the initial premise is intriguing, many reviewers feel that the game becomes overly punishing and lacks polish, leading to a loss of enjoyment, especially during boss battles and lengthy sequences. Overall, the grinding detracts from the horror experience, making it feel more like a chore than an engaging challenge.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “First few days are good, but once the enemies kick in, it starts to feel tedious and frustrating at most. This might be the entire point, but that fear factor is gone and now replaced with feeling annoyed or even tired to play the game since you're punished for trying to follow the rules.”
    • “Decent premise, but eventually just became frustrating and tedious, especially with the boss fights.”
    • “The game lacked polish, and at times was tedious and unforgiving - the save states especially (and the god-awful swimming controls).”
  • replayability
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the endless mode and achievements that offer additional content, many express disappointment in the lack of substantial post-game options and a new game plus. The game is generally seen as short, with around 9-10 hours of playtime, leading to concerns about its value given the limited replay opportunities. Players hope for future updates or DLC to enhance replayability further.

    • “It adds some replay value to the game, which I really like.”
    • “Great game, really fun! It has somewhat good replayability, endless mode, and cool achievements. Buy it before the simulation ends.”
    • “Even once you've completed the game, endless mode and all of the amazing extra content provides plenty of replay value.”
    • “The only slight downside is the lack of replay value; other than endless mode, there isn't much post-game content nor a new game plus. This is sad because this amazing game keeps me coming back wanting more, so I really hope they add more content or DLC to this game in the future!”
    • “I recommend checking it out, although it lacks replayability once beaten.”
    • “However, the game is not perfect. This game has roughly around 9-10 hours of playtime but still costs $20.00, and I do not think that a game with only 9 hours of playtime and no replay value for the story should be worth $20.”
  • optimization
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is notably better on consoles, while the PC version is criticized for being poorly optimized, leading to performance issues. Some users report smooth performance on high settings with specific hardware, but overall, the game is described as power-hungry and in need of further optimization.

    • “- Performance was butter-smooth on ultra @ 1080p (GTX 1070).”
    • “_ can be good but power hungry (needs optimization).”
    • “It's probably better on console; PC just feels deeply unoptimized.”
    • “Performance was butter-smooth on ultra @ 1080p (GTX 1070).”
    • “Make three of them and happy will be 'unhappy' with our poor performance, meaning she will appear and try to kill us.”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highlighted through engaging character designs and a captivating story that maintains player interest without becoming overly complex. The exploration of the city and the restaurant gameplay loop contribute to a fun and immersive experience, although some players may find the narrative somewhat confusing. Overall, the characters and their designs enhance the enjoyment of the game.

  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game is not directly addressed in the provided text, which focuses more on the quality of worldbuilding and the immersive experience created by in-world radios and TVs. Therefore, no specific insights on monetization can be drawn from this review.

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7h Median play time
7h Average play time
6-8h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 12 analyzed playthroughs

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