I am Future

89%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,146 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • grinding
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"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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  • Phone
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  • Windows
  • Tablet
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Reviews

89%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,146 reviews
story57 positive mentions
grinding111 negative mentions
  • The game offers a relaxing and cozy atmosphere, making it enjoyable to play for extended periods.
  • The graphics are vibrant and visually appealing, contributing to the overall charm of the game.
  • The gameplay mechanics, such as disassembling items and crafting, are engaging and satisfying.
  • The game currently lacks sufficient content, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness after a few hours of play.
  • Inventory management can be tedious, with limited storage space and no auto-sorting options.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, like the AI of helper robots, are buggy and not very useful, detracting from the overall experience.
  • story203 mentions

    The story in the game is generally described as intriguing and cozy, with players expressing a desire for more depth and expansion in future updates. While many enjoyed the narrative and its integration with gameplay, some found it lacking in clarity and length, often relying on external resources to progress. Overall, the game shows potential for a compelling storyline, but currently feels limited, leaving players eager for more content and development.

    • “The story is engaging and is supported by the aesthetic, and the gameplay is fun.”
    • “I love the story so far as well.”
    • “The story is super interesting and keeps you wanting to play more to find out what happens next.”
    • “The main disadvantage of this game is the length - it's too short story-wise, the map is also quite small.”
    • “Story content is minimal at the moment; it would be nice to have some stronger narrative to follow.”
    • “After finishing the story, there is no drive to keep playing, and the chances that you want to start again are very low.”
  • gameplay184 mentions

    The gameplay of "I Am Future: Cozy Apocalypse Survival" is characterized by a mix of charming visuals and laid-back survival mechanics, though many players find the core gameplay loop to be grindy and repetitive, often feeling more like a chore simulator than an engaging survival experience. While the game offers enjoyable mechanics like fishing and resource gathering, it suffers from issues such as tedious inventory management and a lack of clear progression, leading to a sense of tedium after initial enjoyment. Despite these criticisms, players appreciate the potential for future updates to enhance gameplay and the cozy atmosphere it provides.

    • “The gameplay loop strikes a nice balance of addicting and relaxing.”
    • “The colorful graphics, chill vibe, disassembly mechanics, and interesting environments chock full of materials to collect make this a fresh experience.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth and systems are enjoyable given that it's a repetitive resource gathering loop, but with the added bonus of making the world tidy as you go.”
    • “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 and inventory management, and after a while, playing the game begins to feel like an endless loop of tedium.”
    • “It's early access, so maybe it's just too fresh out of the oven and needs more content and balancing, but the stuff that is already in the game, every mechanic and item are so simplistic it becomes tedious very quickly.”
  • grinding113 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, especially in the late game where resource management and inventory tasks become overwhelming. While some enjoy the cozy, crafting-focused gameplay, others feel that the lack of automation and excessive manual tasks detract from the overall experience, making it feel more like a chore than a relaxing sim. Overall, players recommend the game for those who appreciate farming sims, but caution that it can become excessively grindy and frustrating without proper updates and improvements.

    • “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 game is non-stop grinding for very little reward.”
    • “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.”
  • graphics88 mentions

    The graphics of "I Am Future" are widely praised for their vibrant, colorful, and charming art style, contributing to a visually appealing and relaxing atmosphere. Many players appreciate the polished animations and overall aesthetic, although some note that the graphics can be demanding on hardware and occasionally lead to performance issues. Overall, the game's visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the cozy and engaging gameplay experience.

    • “I am Future combines charming visuals with laid-back survival mechanics in a post-apocalyptic setting.”
    • “The graphics and animation are very nice to look at, and the game mechanics are well thought out and developed.”
    • “The colorful graphics, chill vibe, disassembly mechanics, and interesting environments chock full of materials to collect make this a fresh experience.”
    • “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.”
    • “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.”
    • “Hard rebooting the computer is the only way to get the graphics card back.”
  • music48 mentions

    The music in the game is generally described as calming and pleasant, effectively setting a cozy atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience. However, many users note that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, with a desire for more variety and additional tracks. Overall, while the sound design is appreciated for its crispness and thematic alignment with the game's aesthetic, players feel that expanding the musical options would significantly improve the experience.

    • “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.”
    • “This is a great game with a calming soundtrack, visually pleasing aesthetic, as well as an interesting world and premise.”
    • “Needs more music; the same background song on repeat for a while makes me a bit sick.”
    • “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.”
  • optimization17 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game has received significant criticism, particularly regarding performance issues such as stuttering and lag spikes, which detract from the gameplay experience. While some players report stable performance on older hardware, many express frustration with the frequent performance drops, especially during camera movements and when building larger structures. There is hope that future updates will address these optimization concerns, but current feedback indicates that many players are dissatisfied with the game's performance.

    • “My hope is 1.0 will solve a lot of the quality of life and optimization issues.”
    • “Devs are great, I had a performance issue and they got back to me straight away with a solution.”
    • “The game itself is stable and runs smoothly on my slightly dated hardware.”
    • “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.”
    • “Would thumbs-up based on the game itself, but has to be a thumbs-down until the performance issues get sorted out.”
    • “But as it currently stands, with building larger bases, the performance takes a massive knock.”
  • stability17 mentions

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, particularly in early access. While some users noted enjoyable mechanics and minimal issues, others expressed frustration over game-breaking bugs, vague mission pointers, and a lack of timely updates from developers. Overall, the game appears to require substantial fixes to improve its stability before it can be fully recommended.

    • “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.”
    • “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.”
    • “A lot of interacting with the menus/environment is buggy.”
  • humor13 mentions

    The game is praised for its charming and light-hearted humor, featuring witty interactions with AI and quirky NPCs that enhance the overall experience. Players find the blend of adorable graphics, clever writing, and a fun gameplay loop to be both addictive and entertaining, making the chaotic post-apocalyptic setting a delightful backdrop for laughter and creativity. The humor is described as cozy and subtle, contributing to a whimsical atmosphere that keeps players engaged.

    • “Overall, it's a great game with lots of funny little jokes and fun progression.”
    • “The interactions with the AI/robots in the game that you engage with are cute, light-hearted, and funny.”
    • “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.”
  • atmosphere13 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its cozy and relaxing qualities, enhanced by a calming soundtrack and appealing art style. Players appreciate the immersive environment that fosters a chill experience, making it enjoyable despite some repetitive elements. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a delightful blend of beautiful design and soothing sounds, creating a refreshing gaming experience.

    • “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.”
  • emotional5 mentions

    The game evokes a cozy and wholesome atmosphere, enhanced by mellow music that creates a sense of relaxation and nostalgia. However, frustrations with gameplay mechanics, such as tedious building and gardening, detract from the overall emotional experience, leaving some players feeling disappointed despite the game's intriguing apocalyptic narrative.

    • “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.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Overall, users express concerns about the game's replayability, noting that its linear progression and gated tool acquisition limit opportunities for varied experiences. Many hope for improvements in future updates to enhance replay value, but currently, it is perceived as fairly low.

    • “I hope these things improve and the replayability increases.”
    • “I'm not sure how replayable it will be; this is particularly a problem for the early access version.”
    • “I'm still unsure about the replayability as the progression is rigidly linear due to the gating of the tools you will acquire.”
    • “It is pretty much on rails, so replayability is fairly low in my opinion.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization model of the game is generally viewed positively, as players appreciate the absence of ads, which contrasts with typical mobile games. However, some users feel that the game still lacks depth and quality compared to more established titles in the genre.

    • “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 it is still very far behind a solid game.”
    • “The monetization system feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “It's frustrating that the game is designed around pushing players to spend more rather than focusing on gameplay.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviews indicate that while character development is a focal point, there are significant criticisms regarding the limited and unsatisfactory character design options available to players.

    • “The one beef I have is the terrible character design options.”
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Play time

13hMedian play time
11hAverage play time
10-15hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 22 analyzed playthroughs

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