I am Future
- August 8, 2023
- Mandragora
- 13h median play time
Get on Steam"I am Future" is a cozy apocalypse survival game where you manage a shelter, grow food, and explore a procedurally generated world. Gather resources, craft tools, and make decisions that affect your character's skills and story. Experience a unique post-apocalyptic setting with a focus on relaxation and creativity.
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Reviews
- The game offers a relaxing and cozy atmosphere, making it enjoyable to play.
- The mechanics of dismantling items and crafting new ones are satisfying and engaging.
- The visuals and art style are colorful and appealing, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game currently lacks sufficient content, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness after a few hours.
- Inventory management can be tedious, with limited storage space and no auto-sorting options.
- Some gameplay mechanics, such as the AI of helper robots, need improvement to be more effective.
- story398 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as intriguing and engaging, with a mix of cozy vibes and a compelling narrative that unfolds as players progress. However, many reviewers note that the current storyline is relatively short, often completing in around 8 to 14 hours, and they express a desire for more content and deeper narrative development in future updates. While some find the quest dialogues excessive and the overall progression somewhat limited, there is optimism about the potential for expansion and improvement as the game continues to evolve in early access.
“While this is still a developing and ever-growing single-player game, it has excellent storyline development, provides cozy gaming vibes while also scratching that scrap mechanic itch in third-person view.”
“The story is engaging and is supported by the aesthetic, and the gameplay is fun.”
“I love how you disassemble items in the game to get resources to craft new items, the blocked paths I needed an upgrade for made me eager to complete tasks, and the cliffhanger the story left on made me a little sad to reach the 'end', but very excited for the update to come out.”
“The main disadvantage (flaw) of this game is the length - it's too short story wise, the map is also quite small.”
“Story content though is minimal at the moment, it would be real nice to have some stronger narrative to follow.”
“After finishing the story there is no driver to keep playing and the chances that you want to start again are very low.”
- gameplay367 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "I Am Future: Cozy Apocalypse Survival" is characterized by a mix of enjoyable mechanics and repetitive tasks, with many players appreciating the cozy atmosphere and unique features like fishing and resource gathering. However, criticisms arise regarding the grindy nature of the gameplay loop, tedious inventory management, and a lack of clear progression, leading some to feel it resembles a "chore simulator." Overall, while the game shows promise and has engaging elements, it requires further refinement and content expansion to enhance the player experience.
“The gameplay is awesome, I love the way the fishing is set up and you can pick the level of how hard it is to play.”
“One of the main elements of gameplay is exploring to discover new resources, locations, tools, blueprints, etc. The day/night cycle adds a fresh twist, too.”
“The gameplay loop strikes a nice balance of addicting and relaxing.”
“Gameplay - the game turns out to be more of a chore simulator than survival, a chore simulator, with backtracking!”
“The gameplay loop is very grindy with far too much walking around + inventory management, and after a while, playing the game begins to feel like an endless loop of tedium.”
“Gameplay feels like progression for the sake of progression with no real goal or destination; maybe the story update will fix that, but it would need to be something special and major.”
- grinding218 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players noting that it can feel excessively tedious and repetitive, particularly in tasks like inventory management and resource gathering. While some enjoy the slow-paced, cozy farming simulation, others find the lack of automation and the need for constant back-and-forth trips to be frustrating, leading to a gameplay loop that can become monotonous. Overall, the game appeals to fans of the genre who appreciate a grindy experience, but it may deter those seeking a more streamlined or less labor-intensive gameplay.
“The mechanics are great and not too grindy.”
“The gameplay loop is very grindy with far too much walking around and inventory management, and after a while, playing the game begins to feel like an endless loop of tedium.”
“The core gameplay loop is far too grindy.”
“Progress feels pretty grindy with you doing a lot of manual work with little help from the 'automation' the game gives you; the exploration magic fades away quite fast once you find a progress wall that you need to spend hours to grind up to overcome it.”
- graphics172 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, colorful, and aesthetically pleasing art style, which combines a cute, cartoonish look with polished animations. While some players note that the visuals can be somewhat heavy on system resources and may cause occasional performance issues, the overall impression is that the graphics enhance the game's relaxing atmosphere and engaging gameplay. Despite some critiques regarding the repetitiveness of certain visual elements, the game's charming design and well-executed graphics are considered a significant strength.
“The graphics are great, gameplay is solid, and I haven't encountered a bug yet.”
“I am Future has a great storyline, fantastic graphics, and lovely music.”
“The graphics and animation are very nice to look at, and the game mechanics are well thought out and developed.”
“This game is unbalanced and stressful, and the devs have decided, across the last half year, not to listen to any input from anyone and decide to work on completely pointless things like adding more visuals and cosmetics when the game itself is not even complete.”
“The game itself and the concept is cozy and chill, but for such a simple game, it's kinda heavy on the graphics with random FPS drops even on parts of the game that should seem simple enough such as going on expedition.”
“Hard rebooting the computer is the only way to get the graphics card back.”
- music94 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as calming and atmospheric, effectively setting a cozy tone that enhances the gameplay experience. However, many users note that the soundtrack is repetitive, with only a few tracks available, leading to a desire for more variety. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, its limited selection can become monotonous over extended play sessions.
“The mellow music made me feel like I was perpetually living my best lazy Sunday afternoon, coffee in hand, warm socks hugging my feet. This game felt like a breath of fresh air compared to many survival games whose aesthetic is very grim, dark, and gritty.”
“Between the day and night shifts, each one has its own unique soundtrack for background music that really gives a new layer of life to the game as a whole.”
“The soundtrack is calming and perfectly sets the atmosphere for the game.”
“The soundtrack isn't intrusive, kind of chill banjo?”
“I was expecting a bit more music - the trailer somehow made me think that there's some decent soundtrack or even mechanics - for example finding and unlocking songs.”
“The overworld music is eventually very repetitive and slowly drives me insane with lack of variation.”
- stability34 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 88 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with many users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, particularly in early access. While some players found certain mechanics enjoyable and relatively bug-free, the overall experience is marred by issues such as game-breaking bugs, choppy movement, and unreliable third-party support. Many reviewers express hope for improvements in future updates, but caution others to avoid the game until significant fixes are implemented.
“All of the game mechanics were super fun, not buggy, and balanced.”
“Graphics are nice, music is good (but repetitive), and it seems relatively bug-free.”
“All of the game mechanics were super fun, not buggy, and balanced.”
“Okay, it's a buggy mess.”
“A month later and still no update or fix... I was looking forward to this game but it feels like a buggy mess that I can't finish because of game-breaking bugs and it feels like the game has been abandoned. Stay clear until fixed if we ever get an update.”
“Movement is still a little rough and choppy, especially in the 'lift' area; the game freezes for a few seconds during auto-saves.”
- optimization31 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 26 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players experiencing severe stuttering, lag spikes, and performance drops, particularly when using certain features like minions or building larger bases. While some users report stable performance on older hardware, the overall sentiment is that the game requires urgent optimization improvements to enhance the gameplay experience. Despite the developers' responsiveness to issues, many players have expressed frustration, leading to refunds and a reluctance to continue playing until updates are made.
“Devs are great, I had a performance issue and they got back to me straight away with a solution.”
“The game itself is stable, runs smoothly on my slightly dated hardware.”
“My hope is 1.0 will solve a lot of the quality of life/optimization issues.”
“Performance is the main one; it has an awful lag spike every couple of minutes. The settings make no difference, and I'm running an RTX 4060 Ti, i7, SSD, etc., but it's bad, especially if you are turning the camera—it will spin the screen right round on the spike.”
“I can't take three steps without it stuttering.”
“But as it currently stands, with building larger bases, the performance takes a massive knock.”
- atmosphere26 mentions
- 92 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its cozy, relaxing, and calming qualities, enhanced by beautiful graphics and a delightful soundtrack. Players appreciate the immersive environment that invites them to unwind, despite some repetitive gameplay elements. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as a breath of fresh air, making it a standout in its category.
“One of the best games of its category; I would definitely recommend getting immersed into its cozy and relaxing atmosphere.”
“The soundtrack is calming and perfectly sets the atmosphere for the game.”
“This was a breath of fresh air, lovely relaxed atmosphere, beautiful design, delightful soundtrack, plenty to do even at these early stages.”
- humor25 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "I Am Future" is characterized by its cute and light-hearted interactions with AI and NPCs, featuring sarcastic and funny dialogue that enhances the game's quirky post-apocalyptic setting. Players find the writing and graphics to be charming and amusing, contributing to an addictive gameplay experience filled with subtle meta-humor and whimsical chaos. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with engaging mechanics, making it a delightful time-sink for players.
“In this quirky post-apocalyptic setting, you'll craft your rooftop sanctuary, interact with eccentric neighbors, and battle shapeless enemies—all while laughing your way through the chaos.”
“So grab your fishing rod, sharpen your wits, and get ready to laugh, cry, and maybe even scratch your head a few times as you navigate the hilariously chaotic world of 'I Am Future.' It's a wild ride you won't soon forget!”
“This game is hilarious, adorable, and absolutely addicting time-sink.”
- emotional10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game evokes a cozy and wholesome atmosphere, enhanced by mellow music that creates a sense of relaxation and comfort, reminiscent of a lazy Sunday afternoon. However, players express frustration with gameplay mechanics, such as tedious building and gardening tasks, which detract from the overall emotional experience. While the underlying apocalyptic narrative is intriguing, some elements, like the sound design, fail to deliver emotional impact, leaving players feeling that the game needs further refinement.
“The mellow music made me feel like I was perpetually living my best lazy Sunday afternoon, coffee in hand, warm socks hugging my feet. This game felt like a breath of fresh air compared to many survival games whose aesthetic is very grim, dark, and gritty.”
“Overall, a very cozy and wholesome game with a fascinating apocalyptic underlying narrative.”
“I usually never play survival games, but this one is so wholesome and cozy.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is considered low due to its rigidly linear progression and on-rails design, particularly in its early access version. Many users express uncertainty about future improvements that could enhance replay value.
“I hope these things improve and the replayability increases.”
“I'm still unsure about the replayability as the progression is rigidly linear due to the gating in the tools you will acquire.”
“It is pretty much on rails, so replayability is fairly low in my opinion.”
“I'm not sure how replayable it will be; this is particularly a problem for the early access version.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Users note that the game lacks intrusive ads, which is a positive aspect, but they feel it still falls short of being a well-rounded experience despite its potential. Overall, the monetization strategy appears to favor a more user-friendly approach by avoiding ads, yet the game itself is perceived as underdeveloped.
“It is like one of the crappy explore games on the phone, except it's good and there are no ads.”
“I saw the ads, and I waited for almost a year after release, and still it is very far behind a solid game.”
“The monetization system feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate dissatisfaction with the character development aspect, particularly highlighting poor character design options as a significant drawback.
“The one beef I have is the terrible character design options.”
