Hibernation Day

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Hibernation Day is a short dialog based adventure with cozy visuals. It's about family and the problems we face trying to keep it afloat.

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

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 147 reviews

story12 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Charming and heartwarming story about a quirky family of opossums, filled with humor and relatable themes.
Adorable hand-drawn art style and cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
Short and sweet gameplay, perfect for a quick, enjoyable break during the holiday season.

Extremely short gameplay, lasting only about 10-15 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more.
Some technical issues, such as dialogue glitches and minor bugs, can detract from the experience.
Limited gameplay mechanics and depth, making it feel more like a visual novel than a traditional game.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a heartwarming and relatable exploration of family dynamics, centered around a young opossum named Jeffrey preparing for hibernation day amidst familial tensions. While the narrative is simple and brief, it effectively captures the essence of family life with cute characters and charming visuals, making it an enjoyable experience for those who appreciate wholesome storytelling. Overall, the game offers a delightful mix of humor and warmth, appealing to fans of short, story-driven games.
- “Without spoiling too much, this is a more grown-up toned young adult Christmas story, where everyone has been around each other too long and the resentment has started to set in.”
- “Extremely cute and warm short story about a possum family with usual family-related conflicts many can relate to.”
- “The art is fantastic, the story is short, sweet, and endearing.”
- “While there is a little bit of fun worldbuilding and lore, the main emphasis of the story is firmly on the family in the present.”
- “It only took like 10 minutes to get through, and the story is really short and simple.”
- “Another issue I had with the script was how certain lines specifically for the side quests were repeated after I already finished the job.”
humor
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and silliness, featuring funny dialogue and amusing characters that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of adult humor and lighthearted moments, particularly highlighting the game's ability to portray a pseudo-dysfunctional family in a relatable and entertaining way. Despite its short length, the game delivers a delightful mix of humor and warmth, making it a recommended choice for those looking for a quick, funny adventure.
- “Short, funny, and cozy!”
- “It's stupidly funny yet accurately portrays the vibes of a pseudo-dysfunctional/reasonably communicative family.”
- “The game's ability to weave life experiences into a narrative filled with humor and warmth is nothing short of magical.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them mediocre and a potential deterrent for gamers, while others praise the charming art style and cute, hand-drawn visuals. The overall consensus highlights the game's adorable aesthetics and humorous dialogue, contributing to a warm and inviting atmosphere despite some technical shortcomings.
- “The hand-drawn visuals are adorable, with warm fuzzy backgrounds and cute fluffy possum friends.”
- “The game's art, crafted by Nastasia Viatkina, is a cozy tapestry of visuals that bring warmth even to a frosty heart like mine.”
- “Great visuals, heartwarming story, and cute art; 100% must play.”
- “This has some really mediocre looking graphics that will understandably be a turn off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract gamers despite having no up-front cost.”
- “A very basic dialog with cutout graphics in a manga style but with possums; there is high drama in the possum family, because the big deep winter sleep is coming and well this is scary stuff, help hold the family together.”
- “---{ graphics }---”
emotional
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartwarming and wholesome narrative, featuring adorable artwork and relatable family dynamics. Players appreciate the short yet impactful storytelling that evokes genuine feelings, making it a cozy experience perfect for uplifting moods. Overall, the game is celebrated for its ability to deliver a touching and delightful journey in a compact format.
- “The art is adorable, and the story is heartwarming.”
- “The struggle of the cool older sister, the mischievous younger brother, and the quarreling parents are relatable and heartwarming.”
- “Short but cozy and heartwarming game full of quirky characters, exactly what you need for gloomy winter days.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Hibernation Day" has been criticized for its simplicity and lack of engagement, with users noting that it offers only about eight minutes of minimal interaction and lacks stakes or violence. While some appreciate the twisted lore, the overall consensus is that the gameplay is underwhelming and feels more like an afterthought.
- “Y'know, for a game that hardly even has twenty minutes of gameplay, Hibernation Day has some slightly twisted lore when you really think about it.”
- “It has about 8 minutes of gameplay, but you could do it in less if you wanted a speed run.”
- “Gameplay: decent”
- “There are no stakes, violence, or even any real gameplay.”
- “I was only half joking about the no gameplay thing; as Hibernation Day's gameplay is about as simple as it gets.”
- “It's nothing genius; the script is kind of messy, and the 'gameplay' is barely a thing; but none of that matters.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its serene and calming qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a charming soundtrack that evokes peaceful imagery, such as quiet nights under the northern lights.
- “The soundtrack, serene and calming, reminded me of the quiet nights under the northern lights.”
- “Very cute game with great music.”
- “Music: good”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its stability, being free of glitches and bugs, making it a reliable choice for young children, despite the existence of better free alternatives.
- “It's short, free, and has no glitches.”
- “Better free games do exist, but on the upside, it is not buggy, and the really young kids will love it.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the experience.”
- “There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay and hinder progress.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “Grinding in this game feels rewarding and keeps me engaged for hours.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it never feels like a chore.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a decent level of replayability through its dialogue trees, allowing players to explore different responses and interactions with characters, despite its short length and lack of difficulty.
- “The game is extremely short and easy (you literally can't lose), but there is a nice amount of replayability in terms of the dialogue trees, which lead to different responses and reactions from our possum friends.”
- “Each playthrough offers unique choices that significantly alter the story, making you want to dive back in and explore all the possibilities.”
- “The variety of character interactions and branching paths ensures that no two playthroughs feel the same, keeping the experience fresh and engaging.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's appealing art style and report that it runs smoothly, indicating effective optimization.
- “The art style is really nice, and the game runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs; it maintains a steady frame rate without any noticeable lag.”