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Human or Not

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58%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, humor
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

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Human or Not is a single player simulation game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Haguy Eis and was released on January 20, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

Noah Stevenson is an immigration officer on a future Earth. His job is to investigate passengers entering Earth and decide whether they are human. While most aliens can enter Earth legally, some alien species are not welcome. Unwanted aliens may choose to trick the immigration authorities and impersonate humans. These aliens must be detected and arrested. However, things are more challenging than …

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82%Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
emotional3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique take on the 'Papers, Please' formula, with interesting variations between endings and a good pacing of difficulty.
  • The art style and humor are well-received, reminiscent of classic games and adding to the overall enjoyment.
  • There are many twists and turns in the gameplay, making it engaging and encouraging multiple playthroughs to explore different outcomes.
  • The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and slow pacing, particularly during transitions and walking sequences, which can become tedious over time.
  • Many players feel the endings lack depth and emotional impact, making the overall experience feel shallow and unsatisfying.
  • Quality of life issues, such as limited interaction options and the inability to skip animations, detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

  • story

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    38% positive mentions, 24% neutral mentions, 38% negative mentions

    The story has a promising premise but is often criticized for being shallow and lacking depth, particularly in character backstories and meaningful connections. While some players appreciate the overall message and the ability to influence the narrative, many express a desire for quicker progression and more substantial storytelling elements to enhance the experience.

    • “I love Papers, Please-style games, being able to alter lives and change the storyline.”
    • “I liked the overall storyline and message.”
    • “The gameplay is elaborate yet allows the player to ease into it, giving them a sense of warmth during the story.”
    • “After completing the story, I think it's very shallow; the ending was a non sequitur.”
    • “I'm not sure if quicker story progression would help or if adding more to the storyline.”
    • “I mainly want more depth, backstory, and meaning to the characters that are there, and it doesn't have to be all of them.”

  • gameplay

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring straightforward mechanics that are clearly explained, making it enjoyable for players. While it draws comparisons to "Papers, Please" in its structure, it offers a unique science fiction twist and allows for a gradual learning curve, though some players note that the pacing can feel slow at times. Overall, the experience is engaging and distinct, particularly with its extraterrestrial elements.

    • “Mechanics are straightforward and explained well; I found inspecting to be a lot of fun.”
    • “The gameplay is similar to Papers, Please, but in the science fiction genre.”
    • “The mechanics are straightforward and explained well, but the pacing can drag on.”
    • “The gameplay is elaborate yet allows the player to ease into it, giving them a sense of warmth during the story.”
    • “The mechanic is easier than 'Papers, Please', and while it has its distinct elements, it still feels slow at times.”

  • graphics

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are praised for their nostalgic art style, reminiscent of classic NES and old-school point-and-click games. Reviewers express a strong appreciation for this aesthetic, indicating a desire for more titles from the developer that feature similar visuals.

    • “The art style is very reminiscent of the old school point-and-click games.”
    • “I love the style of the graphics; it reminds me of my NES.”
    • “I really liked the art style in this game.”

  • emotional

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Players feel that the emotional impact of the game's endings is significantly heightened by the choices they make, leading to either a rewarding or devastating experience based on the narrative path chosen.

    • “Completing an ending feels incredibly rewarding, or emotionally devastating, depending on the route you take.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonates, making every decision feel significant.”
    • “I was moved to tears by the storyline; it captures the essence of human experience beautifully.”

  • replayability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players note that while the game maintains essential scripted encounters for the plot, it offers various choices and paths that enhance replayability. The ability to explore different strategies and outcomes encourages multiple playthroughs, making each experience feel fresh. Overall, the game successfully balances a compelling narrative with diverse gameplay options that invite players to return.

    • “The game offers a variety of choices that significantly alter the storyline, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
    • “With multiple character builds and different strategies to explore, I find myself coming back to this game time and again.”
    • “The random events and side quests ensure that no two playthroughs are ever the same, keeping the experience exciting.”
    • “The game feels like a one-and-done experience; once you've seen the story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “Despite the different choices you can make, the core gameplay remains the same, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
    • “I was hoping for more variety in the gameplay mechanics, but it quickly becomes repetitive after the first run.”

  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a clever parody of aliens entering Earth illegally, which users find particularly amusing and entertaining.

    • “The whole concept of aliens entering Earth illegally is just a super funny parody.”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and hilarious situations that keep you laughing.”
    • “I love how the game uses absurd scenarios to create laugh-out-loud moments throughout the gameplay.”
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Human or Not is a simulation game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Human or Not include politics, indie, pixel graphics, cyberpunk, dystopian and others.

Human or Not is available on PC and Windows.

Human or Not was released on January 20, 2023.

Human or Not was developed by Haguy Eis.

Human or Not has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Human or Not for its emotional but disliked it for its story.

Human or Not is a single player game.

Similar games include Lacuna, Night Call, Whispers of a Machine, Replica, The Descendant and others.