Hlína

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Hlína is a single player casual simulation game with horror, drama, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by Omnia Ludus and was released on September 15, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Overview: In Hlína, a game set in a unique town entirely made of clay, you play as Ollie, who is trying to take care of his mum after she lost her job. The town's factory is demanding more work from its people, making life harder for Ollie and his mum. The game blends everyday life problems with spooky mysteries. As you explore, you uncover secrets and face challenges. The town, crafted from cl…

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Stunning and unique claymation art style with handcrafted environments that create a distinctive and immersive atmosphere.
Strong emotional impact and relatable story about work-life struggles and personal hardships, conveyed through a gloomy, realistic narrative.
Well-fitting soundtrack and mood that enhance the eerie yet heartfelt experience, making it memorable and deeply atmospheric.

Very short gameplay duration, often around 45 minutes to an hour, leaving many players wanting more exploration and content.
Some technical issues including glitches, occasional stuck states, limited settings, and inconsistent dialogue lines.
Gameplay can feel slow and minimal with limited interactions and mini-games, and the story may seem too simple or abrupt to some players.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
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The story is praised for its intriguing, personal, and atmospheric qualities, effectively capturing darker themes and relatable emotions despite its simplicity and short length. However, some users feel it lacks depth and could benefit from further development to fully realize its potential. Overall, the narrative is well-crafted for what it is, with impactful voice acting and meaningful connections to the protagonist's life.
- “I won't say more, just read between the lines to fully understand not only the simplicity but also the complexity of this story.”
- “I loved the art style using claymation, the music was beautiful, and the story was really intriguing.”
- “At first, I was just enjoying exploring the town and checking out the little details, but then the darker side of the story started to unfold, and it completely pulled me in.”
- “I am unsure as of right now how much there really is to the game in terms of story.”
- “The story is very simple, which doesn't really matter, but where did I get to after an hour of playing?”
- “Nevertheless, I have been a bit disappointed by the story and the world that could have been explored a bit more, even though I understand the most important messages and ideas have been delivered.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its unique, handmade claymation style and eerie, gloomy vibe reminiscent of Little Nightmares. Despite being a short experience with limited locations, its atmospheric weather, music, and emotional depth create an immersive and memorable setting.
- “Hlína immediately stands out with its handmade clay/claymation world and eerie, Little Nightmares-like atmosphere.”
- “The story and atmospheric weather and feeling is very good in my opinion and it was a fun little game to try out.”
- “If you’re into games with atmosphere, a strong emotional core, and something different from the usual, play Hlína.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are praised for their distinctive claymation art style, which creates an immersive and charming atmosphere. The handcrafted visuals provide a unique, endearing aesthetic that stands out from typical 3D modeling, complemented by a polished technical presentation.
- “I loved the art style using claymation, the music was beautiful, and the story was really intriguing.”
- “✔️ Pros: distinctive clay visuals, immersive mood, technically polished.”
- “Always nice to see devs actually manually create the environment; there is just something endearing when graphics are made by hand. I assume it's not stop motion, but I still prefer it to 3D modeling.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and perfect alignment with the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. Many users find the soundtrack interesting and well-suited to the claymation art style and story themes.
- “I loved the art style using claymation, the music was beautiful, and the story was really intriguing.”
- “The atmosphere is well done, the characters are just fun little clay guys, and honestly I loved the music.”
- “The music is perfectly matched!”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
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The gameplay is visually appealing but lacks depth and meaningful interaction, with mini-games feeling underwhelming and failing to enhance exploration. Improvements in game mechanics and additional features, such as more ways to spend in-game currency and achievements, could make the experience more engaging.
- “The game advertises mini-games as part of the experience, but honestly they didn't add much relevant gameplay or exploration. Visually it's fine, but I wish there were more ways to spend your money, maybe something like a grocery store. That way, you could add some achievements and add some mileage to a short game.”
- “If the author works on it some more and improves the game mechanics a little and adds something to the story, then sure.”
- “The game advertises mini-games as part of the experience, but honestly they didn't add much relevant gameplay or exploration. Visually it's fine, but I wish there were more ways to spend your money, maybe something like a grocery store, which could also add some achievements and add mileage to the short game.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is praised for its haunting, heartfelt atmosphere and unique experience, resonating strongly with players who appreciate emotional depth. However, some feel the gameplay duration and content could be expanded to make the experience more fulfilling.
- “If you’re into games with atmosphere, a strong emotional core, and something different from the usual, play hlína.”
- “10/10 - haunting, heartfelt, and completely unique.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game shows some bugs that affect stability, making the experience somewhat inconsistent. While the artistic effort is appreciated, technical issues may impact overall enjoyment.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect is seen as somewhat tedious but relatable, with some enjoyable claymation locations; however, it is generally considered average compared to better clay-themed games available on Steam.