Loop

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"Loop" is a comedic first-person game where players complete laps around a test track, inspired by "The Stanley Parable" and "Portal." The full release offers new content, bug fixes, and quality of life updates, based on the award-winning Ludum Dare 47 submission. Players will experience a humorous and confusing journey as they repeat the looped track.

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Audience ScoreBased on 206 reviews

humor32 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

The game is free and offers a humorous experience with a funny narrator.
Initial gameplay is engaging and provides some surprises, making it enjoyable for a short time.
It's a unique concept that can be entertaining for those who appreciate absurd humor and simple mechanics.

The gameplay becomes repetitive and lacks content after the first 15 minutes, leading to boredom.
Many players feel the game is a waste of time with little payoff, especially for completionists.
The narrator's humor and engagement diminish over time, making the experience feel flat and unfulfilling.

humor
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely driven by a funny narrator and amusing situations, which many players found entertaining and enjoyable, even if the humor isn't always consistent. While some players appreciated the comedic elements and the game's lighthearted nature, others felt that the humor could become repetitive and that the game lacked depth compared to similar titles like "The Stanley Parable." Overall, it serves as a humorous time-killer, though some players wished for more variety and polish in the comedic content.
- “A first person walking simulator with hilarious narrated situations that often leave you confused.”
- “Even though it took me < 30 minutes to finish, I found it hilarious and great.”
- “It's often funny; I would like to see similar genre-subverting games from this creator with a little more time and polish.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Loop" centers around its unique looping mechanic, providing smooth controls and an engaging experience, especially for those willing to invest time in achieving all Steam achievements. However, some players criticize the game for lacking content beyond the initial 15 minutes, suggesting that it may not offer enough depth for a longer play session. Overall, while the core gameplay is enjoyable, its limited scope may leave some players wanting more.
- “The controls make every round of gameplay a smooth experience.”
- “People like the popular titles these days such as Cyberpunk 2077, GTA 5, and other AAA titles, and believe me, I'm with them, but you gotta try this thing out. The graphics could be better, but the gameplay is so good, I'll love this game, so try it out once.”
- “Loop is bound to a 60 minute timer and it has nothing to offer (comedically or in terms of gameplay) after the 15 minute mark.”
- “Gameplay is exactly what you see in the trailer.”
- “I liked it but if you plan on getting all four Steam achievements in one gameplay session like I did, you'd better plan to have plenty of free time.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's unique story is praised for creating an engaging adventure that captivates players from start to finish. However, some users express dissatisfaction, indicating that the story may not resonate with everyone, with a few labeling it as lacking or poor.
- “Its unique story creates a great adventure all around that will keep you hooked from the first round to the last.”
- “No story.”
- “Bad story.”
- “"Story" related.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is criticized for being repetitive, with players noting that it quickly becomes monotonous and fades into the background after a short period. While some find the music acceptable, the lack of variety leads to a less engaging experience.
- “The game looks all right and the music is all right too.”
- “The music is enjoyable and fits the game's atmosphere well.”
- “The soundtrack enhances the overall experience, making it more immersive.”
- “For half an hour, you run in silence, accompanied only by the music you've already tuned out 20 minutes ago.”
- “The music repeats.”
- “- one song on repeat”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as simple and in need of improvement, especially when compared to popular AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and GTA 5. However, despite the graphics not being a standout feature, many users emphasize that the gameplay is enjoyable and worth experiencing.
- “People like the popular titles these days such as Cyberpunk 2077, GTA 5, and other AAA titles, and believe me, I'm with them. But you gotta try this game out! The graphics may not be the best, but the gameplay is so good. I'll love this game, so try it out once.”
- “The graphics are quite simple.”
- “The graphics are rated 7/16.”
- “People enjoy popular titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and GTA 5, and while I agree, I have to say the graphics here could be better.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be repetitive and tedious, leading to boredom after a short period of time. Many liken it to a less engaging version of "The Stanley Parable," emphasizing its lack of variety and excitement.
- “Repetitive, grindy, and boring after a short amount of time.”
- “It's basically a pretty tedious mini Stanley Parable.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game's replayability is limited, with many feeling that once completed, there is little incentive to revisit it. The consensus suggests that while the initial experience is enjoyable, the lack of varied content or outcomes diminishes the desire for multiple playthroughs.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized as nice and wholesome, evoking positive feelings and a sense of warmth among players.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The Mac version of the game suffers from significant stability issues, including disappearing subtitles and menu text, as well as an inability to exit to the main menu. These bugs detract from the overall user experience.
- “Unfortunately, it's a bit buggy in the Mac version - subtitles and text on the menus disappear after a while, and you actually can't exit out of the game to the main menu.”

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