Imagine Lifetimes

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Imagine Lifetimes is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Frycandle and was released on November 26, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Imagine Lifetimes" is a satirical simulation game that explores the meaning of life through a series of life-changing decisions. With two randomly generated parents defining your character, every choice you make shapes your path and leads to different endings. The game encourages players to question the absurdity of existence and ponder the true meaning of life. Please note that the 'Deadly Edition' is now available for purchase, and the 'Early Edition' demo remains free on itch.io.

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Audience ScoreBased on 83 reviews

humor6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and thought-provoking experience, encouraging players to reflect on life and its unpredictability.
There are numerous endings and choices, providing replay value and a sense of humor that many players find enjoyable.
The voice acting and soundtrack are well-received, adding to the overall charm of the game.

The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, leading to boredom after a short period.
Many players feel that the game does not deliver on its promises, with limited impactful choices and a simplistic design.
Some mechanics, such as random events, can be frustrating and detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has been criticized for being simplistic and lacking depth, with many finding it boring and one-dimensional, primarily consisting of repetitive minigames. While it attempts to incorporate randomness to reflect life's unpredictability, this mechanic has not resonated well with players, leading to frustration and comparisons to more engaging free alternatives. Overall, the gameplay is seen as barebones and not as clever as it aspires to be.
- “The gameplay itself is very barebones; I'm still missing some of the endings, and honestly, getting struck by lightning out of nowhere is really annoying when trying for another specific ending.”
- “Why did I spend $7 on this game when I can play BitLife for free, especially given the fact that BitLife has 5 times the gameplay?”
- “Pretty boring, not as clever as it thinks it is, and the mechanics are lacking.”
- “The gameplay itself is one-dimensional and basically just a series of glorified (and mind-numbing) minigames.”
- “The gameplay itself is very barebones; I'm still missing some of the endings, and honestly getting struck by lightning out of nowhere is really annoying when trying for another specific ending.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its fun and often dark humor, appealing particularly to those who appreciate irony and absurdity. While some players find the humor engaging, others feel that the choices in the game are ultimately meaningless, which may detract from the overall experience. It is recommended for small gatherings with friends who share a similar sense of humor, as it can elicit memorable reactions.
- “This is a fun and oftentimes funny game.”
- “Absolutely great for seekers of dark humor.”
- “Also great to show close friends at a small party who have the same kind of humor just to see the look on their faces!”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being misleading, as advertisements promise more than what the game delivers. Players also report intrusive ads for the developers' other games, which can disrupt gameplay and require resets to bypass.
- “I strongly believe this game's advertisements promise way more than the actual product delivers.”
- “Within the game, there are advertisements for the developers' other games, and I had to reset the game (the intro sequence is way too long) to escape them.”
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constant interruptions.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its engaging narrative and dark themes, complemented by strong voice acting and artistic elements. Players appreciate the choice-based mechanics, making it an entertaining experience suitable for fans of story-driven games.
- “Everything's great from the voice acting to the art to the choices to the story to the achievements.”
- “It's a nice past-time, an entertaining story game that you can play on any rainy day, or anytime if you're a fan of these sorts of choice-based stories!”
- “I've played story-based games with dark themes and no good ending; I've played my share of dystopian games.”
- “The story felt disjointed and lacked depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The plot twists were predictable and failed to deliver any real emotional impact.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game received mixed reviews; while some praised the soundtrack and endings, others found the music and voice acting to be uninspired and lacking in impact.
- “The soundtrack was good and the endings were great!”
- “The music and voice acting are both completely uninspired and useless.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks any memorable tunes.”
- “The audio design fails to enhance the gameplay experience, making it feel flat.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game offers significant replay value, surpassing that of many other titles, which enhances the overall experience.
- “The game offers a variety of choices that significantly enhance its replay value, setting it apart from many others.”
- “With multiple endings and diverse character paths, this game encourages players to dive back in for a fresh experience each time.”
- “The dynamic gameplay mechanics ensure that no two playthroughs are the same, making it highly replayable.”
- “The game lacks significant changes in gameplay, making it hard to find reasons to replay it.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there’s little incentive to dive back in.”
- “The limited variety in missions and side quests really diminishes the replayability factor.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, which detracts from the enjoyment of replaying and experimenting with different strategies.
- “For a game that you are supposed to play many times and try different things, it sure makes that feel tedious pretty quickly.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which really drains the fun out of the experience.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are well-received, showcasing a good level of quality and creativity in the design of the scenarios.
- “The graphics are pretty good, and there is a noticeable amount of imagination put into the scenarios!”