High School Simulator

78%
Game Brain Score Based on 186 reviews
  • humor
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Japanese High School Life. You can experience the school in the 3D world

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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 186 reviews
humor9 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game is entertaining and provides a fun way to kill time, especially for those looking for a silly experience.
  • Many players find it to be a humorous and enjoyable alternative to Yandere Simulator, often describing it as 'so bad it's good.'
  • The game allows for creative freedom and offers a unique, albeit chaotic, sandbox experience.
  • The game suffers from low-quality graphics, poor controls, and numerous bugs, making it feel like a rushed mobile port.
  • There is a lack of content and objectives, leading to a repetitive and aimless gameplay experience.
  • Many players criticize it for being a blatant ripoff of Yandere Simulator with minimal effort put into its development.
  • humor9 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated for its absurdity and meme-worthy moments, making it a fun choice for players seeking lighthearted entertainment. While some find it hilariously creative and entertaining, others note that its reliance on simple jokes and recycled assets may limit its long-term appeal. Overall, it’s seen as a top-tier option for those who enjoy silly and dumb humor.

    • “Funny as hell.”
    • “This game is a cute little knockoff, lol funny.”
    • “I would recommend this if you expect dumb stuff or somewhat funny stuff because this game is top tier for stupidity, and that's what makes it funny.”
  • graphics8 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising them as top-tier and immersive, comparable to high-budget titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Cyberpunk 2077. However, others criticize the visuals as lacking quality, likening them to poorly executed anime models. Overall, opinions vary widely, highlighting both stunning beauty and significant shortcomings.

    • “You have a very immersive start with some of the best visuals I have ever seen.”
    • “This game is well ahead of its time, and it shows in its top-tier graphics and game immersion akin to the biggest budget games, such as Red Dead Redemption 2 and Cyberpunk 2077.”
    • “Best graphics I have ever seen with my own eyes; the beauty is blinding.”
    • “The game is quite aimless and the graphics aren't the best.”
    • “The graphics are literally like if you bought random anime girl models for free and pasted them into a game like this, that's what it is.”
    • “I just think that the graphics could be better, that's all.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay is described as a mixed experience, with some users noting its mediocrity and limited vehicle mechanics, while others praise its immersive and inventive nature. Comparisons to other games highlight its depth, freedom, and lack of repetitiveness, making it stand out for those who appreciate a well-crafted open world and engaging story. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a significant strength, especially for fans of intricate mechanics and character-driven narratives.

    • “Totally immersive, incredibly inventive gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is unmatchable, makes the Yakuza series look like a joke.”
    • “To whoever loves games with an in-depth story, awesome characters, total and utter freedom, non-repetitive gameplay, awesome crafting system, freedom in dialogue, a game that wants you to do whatever you want, a game that requires logic to beat, a game that barely has any bugs and glitches, a game that was extremely looked after during creation, a game that has true open world.”
    • “That being the biggest issue, since the game is all about the girls to begin with, the gameplay itself is mediocre.”
    • “You can also steal a helicopter, which is probably the only working vehicle, but there's a catch: the helicopter is on the roof of the police station, and the only way to get there is to find a car and then use the 'car jump' mechanic to get onto the roof. Of course, I am sure that car multi-jump wasn't the developers' intention.”
    • “- gameplay is unmatchable, makes the Yakuza series look like a joke.”
  • story6 mentions

    The game's story is polarizing; while some players appreciate its depth, character development, and freedom, others criticize it for lacking a coherent narrative and relying on repetitive gameplay. Overall, it seems to offer a mix of engaging backstory and character elements, but some feel it falls short in delivering a structured storyline.

    • “I really like this game for its gore, backstory, and characters.”
    • “To whoever loves games with an in-depth story, awesome characters, total and utter freedom, non-repetitive gameplay, an awesome crafting system, freedom in dialogue, a game that wants you to do whatever you want, a game that requires logic to beat, a game that barely has any bugs and glitches, a game that was extremely well looked after during creation, a game that has true open world.”
    • “It's just a regular mobile Yandere Simulator clone made with stolen assets, with debug mode and no story.”
    • “There are no missions.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players express frustration with the grinding aspect, noting that it can take months to accumulate enough resources for meaningful purchases, often leaving them stuck in one location unless they spend premium currency to expedite progress. Additionally, some feel that a second life is necessary to effectively engage in grinding activities.

    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
    • “It'll take months before I can get enough to buy anything worth grinding for, and so you're basically stuck where you last teleported unless you spend diamonds to refresh the cooldown timer.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    While the game showcases a humorous and creative use of familiar assets, many players feel it lacks replayability due to its simplistic design, leading to a perception that it could have been easily created by anyone.

    • “Despite its hilariously creative reuse of known game assets, some leading to results that some gamers would find tongue-in-cheek, it's unfortunately a blatant joke that offers less replay value as players immediately realize anyone could've made this with no effort.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to return. The lack of meaningful choices and consequences means that replaying feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
    • “The game lacks variety in its missions and objectives, making it feel repetitive after just a few playthroughs. There's not enough new content to keep players engaged.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Reviewers praise the game's stability, noting its minimal bugs and glitches, which contribute to a smooth gameplay experience. The game's development appears to have been thorough, resulting in a polished product that supports its expansive open-world design and complex mechanics. Overall, players appreciate the attention to detail that enhances both immersion and enjoyment.

    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
    • “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted my gameplay and made it frustrating.”
    • “The stability issues are so severe that I often lose progress due to unexpected shutdowns.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, with users stating that it feels unrefined and lacks the necessary polish to be considered a proper gaming experience.

    • “So unoptimized and generic, it's not even a game.”
    • “The performance issues make it nearly unplayable.”
    • “It feels like the game was rushed out without any proper optimization.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music aspect of the game is criticized for the lack of sound and music level options, which limits player customization and control over the audio experience.

    • “There is no way to invert the controller, no sound or music level options, or anything.”
    • “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous.”
    • “The sound effects are poorly mixed, overshadowing the music and making it hard to enjoy.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is viewed positively, as there are no microtransactions and it is completely free to play, although some users question the value of downloading it.

    • “On the positive side, there doesn't appear to be any microtransactions, and this seems to be totally free.”
    • “On the positive side, there doesn't appear to be any microtransactions, and this seems to be totally free, not that you'd want to bother downloading it.”
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