Little Lives

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Little Lives is a single-player, open world life simulation game set in the bustling town of Littleton.Create your character, build their traits, and navigate through work, friendships, and unexpected challenges.Explore the lively town, upgrade your transportation, and find the perfect home to decorate with unique items and color variations. However, be prepared for some heavy grinding.

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 208 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

grinding11 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive experience that reflects the stresses of everyday adult life, making it relatable and engaging.
It's a simple yet enjoyable game that allows players to get lost in the routine of managing their character's life, with a cute art style and fun mechanics.
The developer is responsive to feedback and regularly updates the game, showing commitment to improving the experience and adding new content.

The game feels repetitive and grindy, with limited content that can be completed in a few hours, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
Many players have reported bugs and issues, such as crashes and unresponsive mechanics, which detract from the overall experience.
The social interactions and character customization options are minimal, making the game feel unfinished and lacking depth compared to other life simulation games.

gameplay
19 mentions
37 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the life sim "Little Lives" is generally well-received for its unique mechanics, such as card-based conversations and a drivable world map, which contribute to an engaging experience. However, players note that the gameplay can become repetitive, particularly with skill grinding and a lack of generational gameplay, and they express a desire for more content and improvements, especially in the user interface and driving mechanics. Overall, while the game shows great potential, it currently feels limited due to its early access status.
- “Little Lives is a cozy life sim which brings mechanics such as card-based conversations and a drivable world map to make a unique experience in the life sim genre.”
- “Base gameplay is extremely smooth in most places (I'm also really glad I don't have to manually drive everywhere).”
- “This is one of those small game gems that offer a couple of very polished hours of fun and engaging gameplay that, although they don't last for long, make the game worth its money.”
- “I found myself just doing the same thing again and again trying to max my mechanical and cooking skills for the remaining 2 hours so I can progress up the career ladder.”
- “Tldr, lots of potential but is currently lacking with somewhat repetitive gameplay (but then again it's just early access right now).”
- “Has a lot of potential, but very short gameplay at this point.”
grinding
11 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that while the game's grindy mechanics initially seem appealing, they often lead to frustration as players feel constrained by time and repetitive tasks. Many users express a desire for more flexibility in managing the grind, with some finding it excessively tedious, particularly in the mid-game. Overall, the grind is a significant aspect that can detract from the enjoyment of the game.
- “Yeah, the game is grindy, which is fine, but it doesn't feel 'good.' It's not just about the money like other people say; why would I hang out with other people or get married if it just leads to random requests that hinder my character's life?”
- “Initially, I enjoyed the game quite a bit, but over time it felt pretty grindy, and there was a lot I wanted to do but couldn't find the time to do.”
- “Thus far, it is very grindy, almost painfully grindy.”
story
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with players appreciating its nostalgic elements reminiscent of "Sims 2" and the charming, albeit sometimes frustrating, quests from friends. However, issues such as quest bugs and a lack of content have led to concerns about relationship dynamics and overall engagement, leaving players hopeful for future updates that could enhance interactivity and narrative depth.
- “If you've played Life Quest 2: Metropoville, you will see some similarities with this game, but it adds some additional features that are pretty charming.”
- “The little quests your friends send you on are at times endearing and others aggravating (just like real life, lol!). Content is slim right now, but the product as it is now was worth the price for me, a huge life sim fan.”
- “The storyline gave me welcome flashbacks of Sims 2; it is mostly storyline, with lots of mouse clicking and repetitive actions.”
- “The story line gave me welcome flashbacks of Sims 2; it is mostly story-driven, with lots of mouse clicking and repetitive actions.”
- “I'm hoping that the final version will have more side quests or interactions with friends, and more interactivity with your job and day-to-day life.”
- “I hope in the future it will bring more missions, places, and goals to achieve; it surely has a lot of opportunities to grow.”
graphics
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered cute and appealing, though some players find them basic and occasionally creepy, particularly in character design. While the art style may take some getting used to, many appreciate its charm and the game's low system requirements. Overall, the visuals are seen as adequate for the gameplay experience, with potential for improvement as more content is added.
- “I will admit the art style of the characters took me a bit to get used to, but now I think I've grown to appreciate how they look.”
- “I don't think it deserves a negative review because it has lovely graphics, heaps of potential but needs more content, of course.”
- “Cute graphics that don't require a strong PC to handle.”
- “The graphics are ok... pretty, but the constant rain pour starts to get depressing and annoying.”
- “This is a fun game, essentially The Sims (somewhere between 2 and 3) with lower-res graphics and much lower price.”
- “The graphics are ok, the main thing I found I disliked was how the people looked (they tended to be a bit creepy looking).”
optimization
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The optimization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with players encountering frustrating bugs that negatively impact job performance, such as unresponsive mini-games and unclear promotion requirements. While some players find it easy to regain lost performance points, the inconsistencies in game mechanics and the lack of clarity around tasks can lead to confusion and dissatisfaction. Overall, the optimization experience appears to be hindered by technical issues and unclear progression systems.
- “The mini-games are a maybe for me only because some are pop culture questions I have no idea of, and failing lowers my job performance; though it is easily gained back.”
- “Working on your job performance, skills, and mini-games within the game, at work.”
- “Not sure if it's a glitch or I'm missing something, but for the promotion at the donut shop, I only needed two things: a certain level of job performance and a certain level of schooling, and I had both but was denied promotion because I didn't have enough experience in the previous role.”
- “Boss asks you to do something and you go do it, fail the 'roll', lose job performance points, and then they call you and complain that you're 'late' (even though you're out doing the job they asked you to do) and you lose even more.”
- “I don't know how to report a bug, so when I played the match in the capitals to countries mini-game, I couldn't click anything and therefore lost 10 job performance points.”
- “Not sure if it's a glitch or I'm missing something, but for the promotion at the donut shop, I only needed two things: a certain number of job performance points and a certain level of schooling. I had both but was denied promotion because I didn't have enough experience in the previous role.”
music
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere with catchy tunes. However, some players find the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, suggesting a desire for more variety in music options. Overall, it enhances the game's appeal as a visually impressive simulator.
- “The music is good, the atmosphere is relaxing, and it's one of the visually best-looking simulators of its kind.”
- “This game is simple, relaxing, and the music is really good.”
- “Catchy music too.”
- “The soundtrack gets a bit annoying after a while.”
- “You can choose music one time and tech next, and so on.”
- “Catchy music, but it can become repetitive.”
stability
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has seen minor improvements, but players continue to experience significant glitches, such as freezing on pause, which often requires restarting the game. Overall, the persistent bugs have led to a negative reception regarding stability.
- “There's been slight improvements to the game since I last played; however, I have noticed glitches that occur. For example, the game gets stuck on pause, and the only way to get rid of it is to close the game.”
- “Very buggy, sad to say. I would not recommend.”
- “Not to mention, the game is still really buggy.”
replayability
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is largely dependent on the player's engagement, as it functions as a life simulator with open-ended possibilities. However, some users feel that once they achieve their goals, such as accumulating wealth, the lack of depth limits the incentive to replay.
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique, thanks to the different paths and decisions available.”
- “Unfortunately, I've already finished amassing enough wealth to buy everything, and there's not much depth, so I can't say there's a lot of replay value.”
- “This game is a life simulator, so it has as much replayability as you want to give it.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its relaxing ambiance, enhanced by good music and impressive visuals, making it a charming and enjoyable experience.
- “The music is good, the atmosphere is relaxing, and it's one of the visually best-looking simulators of its kind.”
- “This is a fun little gem with a charming atmosphere.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor and silliness in the game, highlighting it as one of their favorite aspects of the life-sim experience.
- “One of my favorite aspects of a life-sim game is humor and silliness, which this game certainly provides.”
- “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout my playthrough.”
- “The game's quirky characters and hilarious scenarios make every moment enjoyable and entertaining.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express that the game effectively evokes strong emotions, providing a compelling alternative to simulation games. It engages players on a deeper level, making it a memorable experience that resonates emotionally.