Mother Simulator

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Mother Simulator is a single player survival simulation game with horror, comedy and erotic themes. It was developed by Steppe Hare Studio and was released on May 22, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 245 reviews

humor28 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Unique and humorous take on the stressful, chaotic side of early parenting with exaggerated, slapstick gameplay.
Offers a challenging and addictive experience that rewards overcoming difficult levels, delivering a satisfying sense of accomplishment.
Affordable price point with a decent amount of varied content and continuous updates from developers.

Controls and physics are often awkward, unintuitive, and frustrating, sometimes causing gameplay to feel unresponsive or unfair.
Lack of polish and optimization leads to bugs, crashes, lag, missing options like adjustable sensitivity, and issues with achievement tracking.
Game difficulty ramps up quickly, potentially making later levels feel overly stressful or impossible, reducing long-term replay value.

humor
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor centers on exaggerated chaos, panic, and absurd multitasking involved in caregiving, blending dark and surreal comedy that appeals to fans of frantic, unconventional gameplay. Many find it hilariously entertaining despite or because of its frustrating mechanics, though some players feel the humor falls flat or leans too much on lowbrow jokes. Overall, it's a niche, comedic experience that thrives on stress and absurdity, often described as funny and addictive by those who appreciate its tone.
- “The game uses this premise not as a vehicle for emotional storytelling but as a series of escalating pressure-cooker scenarios where the humor emerges from panic, clumsiness, and the desperate multitasking that each stage demands.”
- “For players prepared to embrace the absurdity, this results in a brisk and often hilarious gameplay loop where success feels like overcoming a comedic gauntlet rather than responsibly raising a child.”
- “From a wicked sense of humor to a collection of increasingly ludicrous challenges to keep your baby alive, this game is a blast from start to finish.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay offers a quirky, fast-paced experience blending humor and challenge, appealing to those who enjoy unconventional mechanics. While some find it genuinely fun and next-gen, others critique its limited content, occasional frustration, and indie-level polish. Overall, it's an entertaining, if imperfect, wild ride that rewards players willing to embrace its absurdity.
- “For players prepared to embrace the absurdity, this results in a brisk and often hilarious gameplay loop where success feels like overcoming a comedic gauntlet rather than responsibly raising a child.”
- “Everything from the gameplay to the changing mechanics to the music is just a wild ride that I thoroughly enjoyed.”
- “Good fun, difficulty ramps up quickly and clever touches such as cleaning the dummy and the feeding/changing mechanics, am currently stuck on level 4.”
- “Barely any content, gameplay is not fun and humor doesn't go above poop jokes.”
- “Game appears to have some bits and pieces that still need working out, such as the grab mechanics and the timer going way too fast in some circumstances.”
- “Probably the most bizarre game I've played in a while... usual one-and-done simulator mechanics, not a ton of instruction, and you're somewhat left on your own.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its gripping and compelling nature, with some viewing it as a modern masterpiece comparable to Red Dead Redemption 2 in grandeur. However, it focuses more on chaotic, humorous scenarios rather than emotional or realistic storytelling, which may not appeal to everyone. Some players also encountered game-breaking bugs that hindered early gameplay.
- “This game is a modern masterpiece, among the likes of Red Dead Redemption 2 in story and grandeur.”
- “Really gripping, compelling story.”
- “The game uses this premise not as a vehicle for emotional storytelling but as a series of escalating pressure-cooker scenarios where the humor emerges from panic, clumsiness, and the desperate multitasking that each stage demands.”
- “For anyone expecting realism, emotional storytelling, or polished simulation design, it may feel too chaotic or simplistic.”
- “Unplayable due to game-breaking bugs; could not even turn the tap on or pick the dummy up for the first mission.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game received mixed feedback; while some players praised the soundtrack as enjoyable and well-done, others were frustrated by the inability to adjust music or sound settings.
- “Everything from the gameplay to the changing mechanics to the music is just a wild ride that I thoroughly enjoyed.”
- “Soundtrack is reward-worthy.”
- “Good audio and in-game music.”
- “The rotation speed in this game is too fast and I can't change it because there is no option for rotation speed or mouse sensitivity in the game settings. Additionally, the music or sound does not change when settings are adjusted. Because of these two problems—the rotation speed and the music and sound—I am deleting this game from my account permanently.”
- “The rotation speed in this game is too fast and I can't change it because there is no option for rotation speed or mouse sensitivity in the game settings. Additionally, the music or sound does not change when settings are adjusted. Because of these two problems—the rotation speed and the music and sound—I am deleting this game from my account permanently.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature bright, exaggerated colors and expressive, slapstick animations that enhance the game's humor, while also offering highly detailed visuals. However, occasional frame rate drops and slightly clunky performance can affect smoothness.
- “The exaggeration extends to the aesthetic, with its bright colors, expressive reactions, and slapstick animation style that treats every failed task as part of the joke.”
- “Most detailed graphics I've ever seen.”
- “The visuals are a bit clunky with occasional frame rate drops, but for the most part, the gameplay is smooth.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game approaches its emotional aspect through chaotic, humorous scenarios that emphasize frantic multitasking and survival rather than gentle or heartwarming storytelling, resulting in a wild, slapstick take on parenthood that may feel too simplistic or stressful for those seeking realism or emotional depth.
- “The game uses this premise not as a vehicle for emotional storytelling but as a series of escalating pressure-cooker scenarios where the humor emerges from panic, clumsiness, and the desperate multitasking that each stage demands.”
- “Rather than portraying parenthood as gentle or heartwarming, Mother Simulator takes the opposite route: it turns the early days of infant care into a wild, almost slapstick battle for survival.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game exhibits several stability issues, including glitches, bugs, and occasional freezing, which affect gameplay and control. While these problems are notable, some users find them tolerable given the game's concept. Overall, the game is buggy and not well optimized, leading to a frustrating experience for some players.
- “Interesting concept but it's a broken hot mess, it's buggy and not optimized, also weird and hard to control.”
- “I swear, I put the dummy right there... and just as you make it back to the kitchen the floor freezes over and you're suddenly plunged into the ice age and have to contend with an icy floor.”
- “It has some glitches, no game is perfect, like the pacifier disappeared when I accidentally threw it in the sink and the bottle spun in the air when I knocked it over once, but it isn't that much of a minus for such a game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding is noted to be somewhat frequent, with players feeling that certain parts of the game require repetitive effort. However, this is only a mild criticism and may not significantly impact the overall experience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from poor optimization, resulting in frequent bugs and performance issues. Additionally, controls are awkward and contribute to a frustrating user experience.
- “Interesting concept but it's a broken hot mess; it's buggy and not optimized, also weird and hard to control.”