Live the Life
- September 16, 2020
- One Man Behind
- 4h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Live the Life" , start your new life in Port-Anthony, a small town attracting young people. Customize your appearance, and choose your housing, from an apartment to the streets. Manage your health, money, and basic needs while exploring the district and interacting with various facilities. Regular updates will add new activities, areas, and improvements, creating a complex and comfortable world for you to live in.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a lot of potential and offers a unique life simulation experience.
- The developer is responsive and actively working on updates and bug fixes.
- The first-person perspective and realistic mechanics, such as carrying items and managing needs, add depth to the gameplay.
- The game is plagued with numerous bugs and glitches that can make it unplayable.
- There is a lack of clear instructions and tutorials, leaving players confused about how to progress.
- The content is currently very limited, with few activities and interactions available, leading to a repetitive experience.
- stability99 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches reported by players, including freezing, disappearing items, and unresponsive controls. While many acknowledge that these problems are typical for an early access title, the extent of the issues has led some to recommend waiting for further development before diving in. Despite the instability, players see potential in the game and express hope for future improvements.
“The game runs great and plays pretty well for an early access title.”
“I played 7 hours of this game and in those 7 hours, suddenly I experienced like a million glitches such as items in the house disappearing (all of them and I bought them) then my character getting stuck (I was enjoying the game until that), so I would not recommend to anyone unless these are fixed as it is a broken game.”
“The game is a buggy mess.”
“Every time I work a shift it freezes my whole game, but it allows me to save it before closing it so nothing gets lost.”
- graphics49 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 82 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics in the early access version of the game show potential but are currently plagued by numerous issues, including choppy performance, glitches, and inconsistent visual fidelity, particularly with character models and clothing. While some players appreciate the beautiful details and realistic lighting, many report significant performance problems even on high-end systems, necessitating lower settings for smoother gameplay. Overall, the graphics require substantial refinement as the game continues to develop.
“Very realistic, even if the graphics are a little whacky by now.”
“I played the game for about 1 hour, I couldn't discover all the beautiful details in it, the graphics are amazing, the content, the voices, the light is incredible, everything is beautiful.”
“It's like The Sims with a very GTA V first-person graphics vibe.”
“For the little time I had this game, I can openly say that even for an early access it is not good. I had the graphics as high as possible and the clothes and hair still looked horrible. Some hairstyles didn't even look like what you chose, and clothes that you could buy didn't always sit right on the body; sometimes they even glitched through.”
“Graphics still need work along with bugs.”
“Graphics are choppy in a lot of areas.”
- gameplay27 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users highlighting significant bugs and unpolished mechanics that hinder the experience, particularly in areas like cooking and interactions. While some players appreciate the unique life simulation aspects and detailed customization, they recommend waiting for further development and improvements before fully engaging with the game. Overall, the game shows potential but currently requires substantial refinement to enhance its gameplay systems.
“Very promising life simulation game that offers a different type of gameplay than most games of the genre!”
“I really enjoyed the gameplay narrative and mechanics; the way it starts with the photo is very clever, and the customization is quite detailed.”
“Very realistic gameplay; it's awesome how you work for yourself, and when you buy things, they don't just appear—you have to get your own merchandise in boxes to carry home.”
“I recommend waiting until this game gets better and more polished and bugs fixed. The gameplay is very wonky right now, and things like cooking are way too frustrating.”
“Do not waste your money. There are no real updates, the mechanics are terrible, and there are way too many bugs.”
“I highly recommend waiting on this game. It has a lot of potential, but it's not ready at all in its current state due to bugs and poorly polished gameplay systems.”
- optimization14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many users describing it as poorly optimized and in need of significant bug fixes and performance updates. While some players note improvements over time, the consensus is that the game still falls short compared to other more polished titles available for the same price.
“The game has become so much better optimized.”
“Just needs some optimization and bug fixes and it will be perfect.”
“Please make an update for performance.”
“The game is very poorly optimized.”
“The game is just poorly optimized.”
“Well to devs, you guys can improve this. For example, the game should be optimized, and there is a weird glitch where people start running after I interact with them.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be a mix of absurd situations, such as characters needing to find toilets to relieve themselves, which elicits both laughter and frustration. Additionally, the presence of amusing spelling and wording errors adds to the comedic experience, though it also highlights a need for better proofreading.
“I didn't spawn with a toilet and almost pooped myself (don't know if that's an actual thing yet my character stayed doubled over until I found a toilet in a bar to poop). It was hilarious and made me angry at the same time.”
“Also, some of the wording and spelling is hilariously wrong, and proofreading needs to take place.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and yielding minimal rewards, often comparing it unfavorably to simpler alternatives like buying snacks. However, some appreciate the unique mechanic of transporting purchased items back to their apartment, which adds a distinct element to the gameplay.
“It's a tedious process for a minimal reward when I could just purchase a bag of chips or a muffin from the cake house and get almost as much hunger back.”
“The grinding aspect is tedious, but I think it makes this game different and unique since the items you buy are put into a shopping bag or cardboard box that you need to haul back to your apartment.”
“The grinding feels excessive and often leads to frustration, as the effort put in doesn't match the rewards received.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game currently lacks a developed storyline, as it is still in early access; however, it facilitates personal role-playing and improvisation for players looking to create their own narratives. Those seeking a structured story may find the game unsatisfactory at this stage.
“I do a lot of personal role playing with my partner, and the game has made it easier to think of things on the spot while coming up with your own storyline. However, there really isn't anything developed yet. It is early access, and I definitely expected it, so I am not complaining, but if you're looking for a story, this is not the game for you yet.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its evolving gameplay mechanics and extensive customization options, including relationships, jobs, and home interactions. Players can engage in various activities, from socializing at bars to personalizing their living spaces, which enhances the overall experience and encourages multiple playthroughs. Recent updates have improved the game's state, making it more enjoyable and engaging for players seeking a life simulation alternative.
“The game world is full of interactions, allowing you to open and close windows, turn lights on and off, and control every detail of your home, from light switch placement to flooring and wallpaper choices.”
“The new city enhances gameplay significantly, providing various places to hang out, such as bars and parks, where you can make friends, play darts, and enjoy nightlife.”
“With a layered clothing system and the ability to customize tattoos in size and placement, the game offers a wealth of options for personal expression, making each playthrough unique.”
“The game lacks significant replayability; once you've experienced the main story and side quests, there's little incentive to return.”
“After completing the game, I found that there wasn't much left to explore or do, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
“While the game has some interesting mechanics, the overall experience feels repetitive, which diminishes its replay value.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the diner is described as quite amusing, adding a lighthearted and entertaining atmosphere to the experience.
“The music in the diner, however, is quite amusing.”
