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Indie Dev Story

77%Game Brain Score
graphics, music
story, gameplay
77% User Score Based on 106 reviews

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"Indie Dev Story" is a single-player clicker game that simulates the chaotic life of an indie developer. Create your game while balancing health, social life, and finances, as you try to ensure your game's success upon release. Use left-click or spacebar to perform tasks, right-click or keyboard keys 1-5 to switch tasks, and manage your money to pay bills and buy helpful items.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 106 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game is quick and easy to pick up, providing a fun experience for a short playtime.
  • It features a charming aesthetic and enjoyable music, making it a pleasant clicker game.
  • Players appreciate the simplicity and the ability to achieve all accomplishments in a short amount of time.
  • The game lacks depth and replay value, with many players finishing all achievements within an hour.
  • There are complaints about the game's execution, including bugs and a clunky interface.
  • Many feel that the game is too simplistic and could benefit from more content and challenge.
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Indie Dev Story" is criticized for lacking originality, as it heavily borrows from existing game development simulation titles without offering a unique narrative or gameplay experience. While some players find it charming and addictive, the overall consensus is that it fails to stand out in a saturated genre, making it feel more like a clone than a fresh take.

    • “Indie Dev Story is an incredibly charming and addictive little clicker game.”
    • “Indie Dev Story tries to ride the wave of the game development simulation genre, but it doesn’t quite make it to shore.”
    • “From the start, Indie Dev Story wears its inspirations on its sleeve, almost to a fault.”
    • “In the current gaming landscape, which is flooded with simulators and tycoon games, Indie Dev Story fails to distinguish itself.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is criticized for being overly simplistic and lacking depth, leading to a boring experience with minimal strategic elements. While there is potential for improvement, it is hindered by uninspired mechanics and poor execution, making it difficult to engage players for extended periods. Additionally, the game's classification as an 'idler' is deemed inappropriate, as it does not encourage ongoing play.

    • “The gameplay is straightforward to the point of being boring, with no real depth or strategy required.”
    • “There’s potential here, but it’s buried under uninspired mechanics and rough execution.”
    • “The tag 'idler' doesn't even slightly fit the gameplay, at least not if the goal is to keep playing.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are well-received, featuring a soft shading and voxel art style that creates a unique aesthetic. Players find the visuals satisfying and complementary to the overall gameplay experience, enhancing their enjoyment of the game.

    • “The soft shading and voxel art style has its own kind of vibe that I don't hate, and it felt satisfying to unlock new perks.”
    • “I enjoyed the graphics, the music, and the overall concept.”
    • “Well made, I like the aesthetics; it kept me entertained for the entire duration I played it.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is well-received, with players appreciating the variety of background tracks available during gameplay. Many users highlight the music as a key element that enhances their overall enjoyment of the graphics and game concept.

    • “A lot of background music to choose from while playing.”
    • “I enjoyed the graphics, the music, and the overall concept.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers limited replay value, with some users noting a lack of incentive to play again, though its free-to-play model is a plus. However, the 30-day loop mechanic enhances replayability for those who enjoy experimenting with different strategies to manage productivity and resources.

    • “I'm not a huge fan of endless clicker games, but the 30-day loop in this one makes it super replayable, trying out different tactics to balance productivity and pay the bills.”
    • “There is zero replay value, but at least it's free.”
    • “The game offers no replay value, but I guess you can't complain since it doesn't cost anything.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when it involves creating new characters and starting the progression process from scratch. This repetitive cycle can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “The grinding feels endless, and I often find myself questioning if it's worth the effort.”
    • “The repetitive tasks required to level up are incredibly tedious and drain the fun out of the game.”
    • “I dread the thought of having to start over and go through the same grind all over again.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the humor in the contrast between the game's small size and the exaggerated negative reviews it has received, highlighting a sense of irony that adds to the overall comedic value of the experience.

    • “I think it's flipping hilarious some of the negative reviews for such a small, fast thing.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is marred by frequent bugs and glitches, which detract from the overall experience and lead to player frustration rather than enhancing the challenge.

    • “Bugs and glitches pop up here and there, adding to the frustration rather than the challenge.”

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