Happy's Humble Burger Farm Alpha

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Wishlist Happy's Humble Burger Farm About the GameThis is a playable teaser The Award Winning burger simulation is back, and tastier than ever! Return to Happy's Humble in the newest iteration of the Happy's Humble fast food franchises, Happy's Humble Burger Farm! You're tasked with maintaining a restaurant and finding the meaning of life itself!Get a Job!Featuring an even toastier State-of-the-…

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

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 411 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game combines horror and cooking simulation in a unique and engaging way, providing a fun yet terrifying experience.
The atmosphere is creepy and unsettling, with great sound design and graphics that enhance the horror elements.
Players appreciate the challenging gameplay and the sense of dread that builds as they manage the restaurant while avoiding mistakes.

The game can be repetitive, with some players feeling that the gameplay lacks variety and depth over time.
There are technical issues such as lag and crashes, which can detract from the overall experience.
The lack of a save system can be frustrating, forcing players to restart after long play sessions without progress.

graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
54%
11%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the intentional retro pixelated style that evokes nostalgia for PS1 and PS2-era visuals, contributing to a strong horror atmosphere. However, some players noted issues such as pixelation at close range, motion blur, and occasional graphical glitches that detracted from the experience. Overall, while the art style and level of detail are appreciated, there are calls for optimization and improvements in future updates.
- “The visuals are excellent and really sell the atmosphere well.”
- “Incredible graphical style and level of detail, fun gameplay and gameplay loop, amazing start to something great.”
- “This game is amazing, the retro graphics make the game look really cool, I believe in the potential, congratulations to the developers.”
- “Textures adopt this pixelated style when viewed up close, which is meant to be reminiscent of a PS1-era graphical style from what I've heard.”
- “However, it may just be my laptop, maybe the graphics card isn't good enough, but there is this really ugly, and nauseating motion blur every time I move my character around.”
- “I get it's supposed to look creepy but that can still be done with graphics that are better than that of the first PlayStation.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
44%
12%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of engaging mechanics, horror elements, and a unique atmosphere that keeps players entertained and on edge. While some find it simple and occasionally repetitive, many appreciate the depth and variety offered, especially in the context of its alpha state. Overall, the game is recommended for its fun, challenging gameplay and intriguing premise, despite some minor issues with animations and content expansion.
- “Full of scares, secrets, and tons of fun gameplay mechanics.”
- “The gameplay itself is enjoyable, and the horror adds a fun twist to everything.”
- “Incredible graphical style and level of detail, fun gameplay and gameplay loop, amazing start to something great.”
- “It feels like I'm dying of boredom and terrible gameplay; this shouldn't be free, it should be a punishment.”
- “Gameplay involves running around and picking up objects and dropping them somewhere else, and you drive back and forth to your apartment.”
- “The gameplay is deceptively simple.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and variety, featuring a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere. Players enjoy the collectible CDs that allow them to discover and play different tracks, adding a personal touch to their experience. The combination of engaging music with the game's unique blend of management sim and horror elements contributes to its charm and appeal.
- “The soundtrack is an absolute bopper, and combining management sim elements with horror is something I haven't seen before.”
- “The atmosphere is grand, the vaguely threatening holiday music and hidden presents were delightful until I found them all... I have so many questions.”
- “This game surprised me, I love the graphics and the music in this game is amazing.”
- “I couldn't see, so dark and cold, and then you found the light and I was like, god damn, why couldn't I find it? It would have worked so much better if I could see. The music is chipper, but the mascots didn't kill me; I threw bricks at them like I was out of my mind.”
- “First trying to complete the story and then trying to complete some of their little easter eggs and finding their music discs.”
- “You can listen to different types of music in the restaurant if you can find the discs around the map, so you can discover your own taste in music.”
atmosphere
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
23%
23%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its ability to create tension and unease, blending excellent visuals with a unique, often bizarre ambiance that enhances the horror experience. Players appreciate the sound design and subtle changes that contribute to a sense of isolation and creepiness, making it engaging and immersive, despite some minor gameplay frustrations. Overall, the atmosphere is described as dark, quirky, and filled with personality, appealing to fans of horror and indie games alike.
- “But what I ended up experiencing was an atmospheric, challenging, and at times, genuinely tense game that made my skin crawl in all the right ways.”
- “Weird, creepy, and bursting at the seams with personality and atmosphere.”
- “I really enjoyed the atmosphere; it had me on edge even though nothing happened yet. The sound design is just spooky and gives a sense of isolation.”
- “The atmosphere is grand, the vaguely threatening holiday music and hidden presents were delightful until I found them all... I have... so many questions.”
- “The atmosphere is depressing and dark.”
- “You notice slight changes in the atmosphere, your dreams become more and more sinister.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
27%
27%
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its intriguing buildup and horror atmosphere, though some find it predictable and lacking depth. While the narrative includes engaging elements and significant daily events, it can feel repetitive at times. Overall, players express a desire for a more cohesive and thought-provoking storyline that connects various themes, particularly regarding the journey from slaughterhouse to fast food restaurant.
- “It's gonna be awesome from how the story is building up right now.”
- “I really liked the storyline of this game and it wasn't too hard for me to beat.”
- “The story is great and kinda terrified me, but it was an all-around good game.”
- “Predictable story.”
- “Idk what the full vision you have for this game is, but if you combined these narratives to get a story which follows the 'meat' from the slaughterhouse all the way to the fast food restaurant, it would be as thought-provoking as it would be stomach-turning.”
- “By far one of the best horror atmospheres, with VHS and realistic graphics at the same time, the game can be repetitive, but it's funny, and only gets creepy in the final moments. Each day, something important in the story happens, like mysterious actions or someone turning off the lights in your restaurant.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as a blend of tension and comedy, with a quirky premise involving a cow that adds a lighthearted touch to an otherwise anxiety-inducing atmosphere. Players find the mix of funny and creepy elements engaging, although some express concerns about potential repetitiveness and the game's future development. Overall, the humor contributes to a unique experience that balances laughter with suspense.
- “As if all that wasn't anxiety-inducing enough, happy the humble heifer will eventually begin stalking your burger-flipping ass if your backroom shenanigans start turning her fine dining establishment into a laughingstock.”
- “When it finally comes down to it, you'll be laughing and tense.”
- “By far one of the best horror atmospheres, with VHS and realistic graphics at the same time. The game can be repetitive, but it's funny, and only gets creepy in the final moments. Each day, something important in the story happens, like mysterious actions or someone turning off the lights in your restaurant.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Overall, the game's stability is generally praised, with many users reporting a smooth experience and no significant bugs. However, some players have noted occasional graphical glitches and specific issues with certain features, such as the delivery back door.
- “It runs great.”
- “It's good, but the delivery backdoor is buggy.”
- “There are obviously a few graphical glitches here and there.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Overall, the game demonstrates solid optimization, particularly for an alpha version, running smoothly with a variety of content. However, it struggles with performance on lower-end devices, which may hinder the experience for some players.
- “Its ability to run smoothly (for an alpha) is also a nice bonus for this game.”
- “Really nice game, runs smoothly and has lots of things to do in the alpha.”
- “Also pretty well optimized with a decent art style.”
- “My only complaint is that it's rather poorly optimized for lower-end devices.”
- “The game struggles to run smoothly on my older hardware, which is disappointing.”
- “I experienced frequent frame drops and long loading times, indicating a lack of optimization.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers significant replayability due to numerous "easter eggs" and challenges that encourage players to revisit and explore different aspects of the gameplay.
- “It has plenty of replay value as there are numerous 'easter eggs' and challenges to complete.”
- “The game offers a variety of paths and choices, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and hidden content, I find myself coming back to discover something new every time.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be intensely emotional, with one user noting that it evoked tears despite their aversion to horror, highlighting its powerful impact on their feelings.
- “This was the scariest game I've ever played, and it made me cry. I don't like scary games.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, which may detract from the overall enjoyment, despite the anticipation for its release and potential fun elements. Additionally, there is a desire for more language options to enhance accessibility for a broader audience.
- “The grinding in this game feels excessively tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be a major drawback; it often feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “While the game has potential, the amount of grinding required to progress is frustrating and detracts from the overall experience.”