My Friend Aki

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My Friend Aki is a single player simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by rabbit_isdead and was released on November 9, 2023. It received negative reviews from players.

My Friend Aki is a puzzle-based exploration game focusing on the use of improvised tools to make your way through the hallways of an abandoned mall. What remnants were left behind by the building's previous curators? What bright and glowing secrets now lie nestled away? Make use of the game's novel dynamic lighting system to illuminate gloomy corners and dusty hallways as you slowly turn parts of …

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36%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features a unique Tamagotchi mechanic that shows potential for engaging gameplay.
The atmosphere is well-crafted with effective use of color and light, creating a spooky environment.
There are interesting mechanics that are unlike anything seen in other games, hinting at a good foundation for future development.

The game suffers from poor physics and mechanics, making gameplay cumbersome and frustrating.
It is very short, lacking depth and content, leading to a feeling of boredom and lack of purpose.
The graphics are subpar, and the overall experience feels unfinished and lacking in suspense.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a unique tamagotchi mechanic that adds an interesting layer to the experience, though it can be cumbersome and confusing to navigate. While the atmosphere and visual design are praised, the execution of the mechanics leaves much to be desired, resulting in a mixed reception overall.
- “Having a Tamagotchi mechanic is such a good idea!”
- “There's a lot to like about this game - the atmosphere is quite good with effective use of color and light, there are unique mechanics that I've never seen in a game before, and the little fella in your menu is quite cute.”
- “Actually, some pretty cool mechanics in this little game I have never seen before.”
- “The graphics and mechanics are poorly made.”
- “However, I found that actually trying to utilize the unique mechanics was cumbersome and confusing.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its effective use of color and light, creating an engaging environment. Additionally, unique mechanics and charming character design contribute to a positive overall experience.
- “There's a lot to like about this game - the atmosphere is quite good with effective use of color and light.”
- “The unique mechanics I've never seen in a game before add to the overall experience.”
- “The little character in your menu is quite cute, enhancing the game's charming atmosphere.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story has been criticized for lacking suspense and engagement, leading some players to feel bored and unable to finish the game. Many describe it as feeling aimless, comparing it to a demo rather than a fully developed narrative experience.
- “As I got further into the story, I ended up getting bored and couldn’t even finish it because the game doesn’t build any suspense; it's like you're just walking through a dark place.”
- “It's more like a demo without any story or purpose.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are criticized for being poorly executed, which detracts from the overall gaming experience.
- “The graphics and mechanics are poorly made.”