Mr. Prepper

83%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,626 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • grinding
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Mr. Prepper is a slow-paced but absorbing survival game with a focus on building relationships, which rewards the grind with an increasingly bizarre nuclear plan.
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Mr. Prepper is about to be prepared. You know something is wrong, the risk of a nuclear war is in the air and you need to be prepared for what's coming. They promised freedom but dealing with your paranoid government is just another day in this survival crafting game; - Build an underground shelter - Craft machines that can keep you alive; farms, greenhouses, tools, vehicles etc. - Trade with nei…

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,626 reviews
story139 positive mentions
grinding172 negative mentions
  • Engaging storyline with humorous elements that keeps players invested.
  • Fun base-building mechanics that allow for creativity and customization.
  • Challenging resource management that requires strategic planning.
  • Clunky controls and UI that can make gameplay frustrating.
  • Repetitive tasks and grinding that can lead to boredom over time.
  • Limited replayability due to a linear story progression.
  • story409 mentions

    The story of "Mr. Prepper" is generally regarded as engaging and entertaining, featuring interesting characters and a humorous take on survival in a dystopian setting. However, many players find the narrative pacing uneven, with some quests feeling repetitive or unclear, leading to frustration in progression. While the storyline has its strengths, including twists and a satisfying conclusion, it is often overshadowed by grindy gameplay mechanics and a lack of depth in certain areas.

    • “I must say that the story (introducing new characters along the way) is very interesting.”
    • “The story is pretty entertaining with a couple of twists as you go.”
    • “The story and world were interesting and made me want to play to the end to find out more.”
    • “The storyline is well boring, seems like it was slapped together last minute to make sure people had something to do, I had hoped that with it being a smaller developer that the story would be good and interesting, but they have fallen short.”
    • “The story feels artificially inflated, the mechanics are grindy, and the combat is clunky.”
    • “The pacing of the story is horrible (the last 10 minutes have like 50% of the whole game's dialogue).”
  • gameplay268 mentions

    The gameplay of "Mr. Prepper" is characterized by a mix of crafting, resource management, and exploration, offering a unique take on the survival genre. While many players find the core mechanics engaging and addictive, there are criticisms regarding repetitiveness, clunky controls, and a lack of depth in certain systems, leading to a gameplay experience that can feel grindy and frustrating at times. Overall, the game provides a fun premise with a humorous narrative, but its execution may leave some players wanting more in terms of variety and polish.

    • “The gameplay is easy to pick up, and although it takes a bit of figuring out in the beginning, once you get the hang of it, everything flows smoothly.”
    • “Addictive gameplay, a great sense of humor, and a surprisingly excellent story with a satisfying ending.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics are easy to learn, yet there is a story to be told.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly slow.”
    • “The mechanics are a bit basic – but it’s also easy to see how managing your bunker would become impossible if there were too many complicated things to keep track of at once.”
    • “The gameplay is just not very intuitive even with the tutorial.”
  • grinding173 mentions

    The reviews indicate that the game is predominantly grindy, with many players finding the resource gathering and farming mechanics tedious and repetitive. While some appreciate the sense of progression and the engaging story, others feel that the grinding detracts from the overall enjoyment, making the gameplay feel slow and unbalanced. Despite the mixed feelings, those who enjoy grind-heavy games may find it satisfying, especially as the pace improves later on.

    • “The game is grindy and it rewards that grind by ending too soon for it to have mattered.”
    • “It has many moments where you laugh out loud, but then you cry because you have to grind through minigames that are somewhat obscure at first and grindy after you figure them out.”
    • “The early game was especially tedious, trying to get everything going, being limited by all the unlockables (crafting as well as locations) that are tied to a story that is bland, at best.”
  • graphics86 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the charming retro aesthetic and decent visuals, particularly for an indie title, while others criticize them as generic or simplistic. Many appreciate the art style and how it complements the gameplay, though some report technical issues like glitches and performance problems on lower-end systems. Overall, while the graphics are not the main focus for most players, they are generally considered satisfactory and fitting for the game's theme.

    • “Mr. Prepper offers a unique blend of survival and crafting with a charming retro aesthetic.”
    • “Great graphics for an indie publisher.”
    • “The graphics are serviceable but the art style really helps make it work; it has a very unique aesthetic which is kind of a spin on the oppressive Soviet era but applied to a Western/American setting.”
    • “There are graphical glitches and the animations are often pretty bad, but at the same time it has a certain charm - it feels like you're playing a YouTube ad.”
    • “Such basic graphics but won't load and crashes the moment you enter a game.”
    • “The graphics are decent, if only the game had come out about 8 years ago, but the art style is the real crime here.”
  • humor44 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky, dark, and tongue-in-cheek elements, often providing a comedic contrast to its serious themes of survival in a totalitarian state. Players appreciate the funny dialogues, clever puns, and amusing interactions with diverse NPCs, which contribute to an entertaining experience despite some criticisms of the narrative. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with gameplay mechanics, making it a fun and engaging title for those who enjoy a lighthearted take on serious subjects.

    • “Fun little time management survivor-lite game with a humorous story.”
    • “The comedic one-liners... split my sides, laughing!!”
    • “Mr. Prepper is a very funny survival game; it brings new stuff and good mechanics for a 2.5D game.”
  • music43 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it relaxing and enjoyable, while others criticize it for being repetitive and monotonous after extended playtime. While a few tracks stand out as memorable, many users feel that the overall soundtrack lacks variety and can detract from the gaming experience. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the music's fit with the game's atmosphere and story.

    • “Wonderful soundtrack.”
    • “That soundtrack though... gets stuck in my head for days.”
    • “Great atmosphere, the music is on point, and I do love that I unlock new places at a good pace.”
    • “The music is a bit repetitive after 10+ hours.”
    • “After starting the gameplay, the music very quickly gets monotonous.”
    • “The music hurts my brain; how did the testers and developers sit through more than 2 hours of the same repetitive loops without their brains completely drying out?”
  • replayability36 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players noting limited value after the initial playthrough due to a linear narrative and a lack of varied scenarios. While some appreciate the fun mechanics and initial discoveries, others express disappointment in the absence of significant replay incentives, suggesting that the game is more suited for a single playthrough rather than repeated runs. A few players mention the potential for more replay value if future updates introduce additional content or branching storylines.

    • “Lots of replay value.”
    • “Unique game has replayability.”
    • “Strategic management of time and resources makes this game quite challenging, while I consider it holding up high replay value.”
    • “I don't really think there's much replayability except to try and find the mini-games.”
    • “Oh, also not much replay value after completing a playthrough; which you will for sure as there is basically zero way to 'lose' the game.”
    • “The biggest 'bad' points I can see so far is a bit of grindiness near the end where you're just gathering supplies to complete the playthrough with no real danger of failure unless you do something dumb, and the fact that there is currently no real replayability to the game.”
  • stability31 mentions

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and freezing issues that hinder gameplay, particularly during critical moments like exiting mini-games or progressing through tutorials. While some players note that the developers are actively working on fixes and improvements, many still experience frustrating mechanics and performance problems that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as a mix of charm and frustration, with its potential overshadowed by its current instability.

    • “They seem to have an honest desire to produce a bug-free game.”
    • “Great resource management survival game, runs great.”
    • “I had no freezes or crashes.”
    • “Unfortunately it is so buggy during the tutorial I can't get past it.”
    • “As of now I cannot recommend this game; it is just too buggy and is nowhere near as smooth as it should be. You click on things and they don't respond, you do a task and you have to double-click on the screen of some other part of the game to move the screen around almost like a screen lock, and when you drive, the car takes forever to respond. Don't get me started with the combat; not good.”
    • “Very buggy; Playway seemed to have rushed this one out also.”
  • optimization18 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues, including laggy UI and long load times, particularly on lower-end PCs. While some users appreciate the game's mechanics and find it enjoyable despite these flaws, others have expressed frustration, leading to refunds. Developers are reportedly addressing some performance glitches, but the game's reliance on an outdated engine has raised concerns about its overall optimization.

    • “It's thrilling and pushes you further into optimization and micromanagement; it's hard to turn it off!”
    • “Fun base management game for those who like optimization and trying to make the most out of a day.”
    • “I think with some optimization and fixes, it has the potential to be great.”
    • “Simply this game isn't my cup of tea: horrible, clunky, and laggy UI. Considering that it's 2021 and that this game is a 2D (false 3D) game, and my rig is an AMD 3950X, 64GB @3200MHz RAM, RTX 2080 Ti, it's really unbearable that this game is so unoptimized or poorly designed. At this point, I don't want to invest even a minute more; I filed a refund.”
    • “The performance needs some looking at next since initial load times and overall system load for a game like this is a bit crazy.”
    • “Some of the performance issues (and some crashes) appear to be due to the game using an old version of the game engine, which was apparently from 2017 when the development started.”
  • atmosphere14 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its unique blend of conspiracy theory and doomsday prepper themes, complemented by charming characters and engaging art. Players appreciate the dark yet humorous tone, alongside a satisfying progression system and well-crafted music that enhances the overall experience. While some find the story lacking, the immersive environment and gameplay interactions create a compelling atmosphere that resonates with niche interests.

    • “In all, I found the conspiracy theory and doomsday prepper atmosphere to be done quite well.”
    • “The atmosphere, the characters -- I love it as a whole.”
    • “Great atmosphere, the music is on point, and I do love that I unlock new places at a good pace.”
    • “I was expecting much of the same as with This War of Mine, but they are much different in terms of the playthrough, story, and atmosphere.”
    • “Mr. Prepper's gameplay reminds me of This War of Mine, but with a bit more in-depth management and a more lighthearted atmosphere and story.”
    • “The characters are charming despite the doom and gloom atmosphere.”
  • monetization9 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the presence of ads and perceived cash grabs through DLC that should have been included in the base game. While a few users appreciate the absence of microtransactions and ads in the gameplay, others feel that the game's marketing misrepresents its core mechanics, likening it to deceptive mobile game advertisements. Overall, there is a sentiment that the monetization approach leans towards exploiting players rather than providing a fair value.

    • “The pricing is reasonable, and I appreciate that there are no ads or microtransactions.”
    • “So this is a decent enough game, though I feel the devs deserve a poor review for the DLC that's a cash grab and includes stuff that should have been in the game to begin with.”
    • “Honestly, it is obvious to me that the intent was a quick cash grab phone game because of how small the areas are before a new load and the way everything has to be unlocked.”
    • “This game has the same energy as those mobile games ads that are completely different from the app.”
  • emotional5 mentions

    The game evokes strong emotions through its touching story and character development, leading players to feel a deep attachment by the end. The inclusion of wholesome elements and a mini-game during the credits enhances the overall emotional experience, while pivotal moments, such as the agent's arrival, add to the heartbreak.

    • “The story itself is touching, and the end credits include a mini-game.”
    • “However, by the time I got to the ending, I was attached to the characters, and it definitely made me feel something.”
    • “Always a heartbreaking moment, as soon as that freakin' agent steps in your doorway!”
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55% average critic score

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Play time

34hMedian play time
34hAverage play time
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