Now Testing: 407

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Now Testing: 407 is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by AppleBomb Games and was released on May 7, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

You are Number 407, the new debugger for an upcoming sci-fi game. As a debugger, your job is simple! You will be put through a series of puzzles in order to make sure the game doesn't have any bugs or glitches. But when you find a glitch in the game's code, you can exploit it to traverse outside of the game map, mess with the game mechanics, and make the game developer really angry! Inspired by th…

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Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a visually appealing design.
The puzzles are enjoyable and provide a fun challenge, with some players finding them creatively engaging.
The game has a unique concept and interesting story, with humorous dialogue that adds to the experience.

The parkour and jumping mechanics are frustrating, with many players experiencing issues with ladders and platforming segments.
There are significant bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, including problems with saving progress and character movement.
The lack of customizable controls and settings, particularly for left-handed players, is a major drawback.

stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is marred by numerous bugs and glitches, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences, especially when players attempt to explore beyond intended paths. While the concept of exploiting glitches is central to the game, many players find that the actual glitches detract from the experience rather than enhance it. Despite these issues, there is hope for improvement, as the developer has already released updates to address some of the problems.
- “For something that bases its story around a tester inside a video game 'exploiting glitches', it sure has its fair share of glitches and bugs.”
- “It's also disappointing that for certain levels, where with a little brain power you can find yourself getting onto other ledges and areas that you normally wouldn't be able to access, you're not greeted with a nice hidden secret but instead a game-breaking bug that causes you to restart the entire level.”
- “It breaks my heart to have so many negative things to say about 'Now Testing: 407' as I can tell that a lot of work, effort, and heart went into trying to make something that is enjoyable, but I feel even if the glitches weren't there, it just wouldn't quite be a fully polished experience.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the witty dialogue and funny tutorials, others find the voiceover cringeworthy and the overall comedic elements inconsistent. Despite this, the story and graphics are generally well-received, contributing to a humorous experience amidst challenging puzzles.
- “It's not perfect, but the graphics are great, the story is good and funny, and the puzzles are cool.”
- “In the video, the developer also says he loves games that have humorous and witty dialogue and break the fourth wall.”
- “The tutorial is funny, and a lot of the puzzles are really difficult to figure out.”
- “The voiceover is cringey and not funny.”
- “The attempts at humor fall flat and feel forced.”
- “The jokes are stale and lack any real wit.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is engaging and challenging, showcasing the developer's talent, but it suffers from a lack of variety and is relatively short. Players have noted the simplicity of the mechanics and have found themselves exploiting bugs and glitches, which detracts from the intended experience. Additionally, the commentary adds a unique touch, though it has been compared unfavorably to GLaDOS.
- “The game is very solid for a second game created by the lone developer Keaton; the gameplay is fun and challenging, but is unfortunately short.”
- “We were constantly trying to solve the puzzles in an unintended way, abusing the broken physics to get out of bounds or fly over levels, to skip segments and just generally break the game.”
- “The game mechanics are way too simple, resulting in no variety.”
- “We were constantly trying to solve the puzzles in unintended ways, abusing the broken physics to get out of bounds or fly over levels, skipping segments and generally breaking the game. I'm not talking about the 'in-game glitches' that are part of the game's mechanics, but about actual bugs and glitches that are a result of programming issues.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are generally praised for their beauty and quality, though some players experience a significant decline in visual fidelity when forced to play on lower settings due to hardware limitations. Overall, while not flawless, the visuals contribute positively to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are very beautiful, but due to my computer limitations, I had to play on low-medium settings, which is a huge decline in quality.”
- “It's not perfect, but the graphics are great, the story is good and funny, and the puzzles are cool.”
- “The only good thing is the visuals.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally well-received, praised for its humor and engaging premise centered around a tester navigating glitches in a video game. While not flawless, it adds to the overall enjoyment of the game, making it a fun experience for players.
- “It's not perfect, but the graphics are great, the story is good and funny, and the puzzles are cool.”
- “Great story and a lot of fun to play, it'll make you laugh!”
- “For a game that bases its story around a tester inside a video game 'exploiting glitches', it sure has its fair share of glitches and bugs.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “Character development is lacking, making it hard to care about their fates or motivations.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The game's soundtrack is highly praised for its engaging synths, particularly in chapter 7, creating an immersive experience. However, players noted that if they take too long on a puzzle, the music will stop looping, leading to moments of silence.
- “The soundtrack absolutely slaps with interesting synths, my personal favorite being chapter 7.”
- “If a player takes too long on a puzzle, the music will eventually stop looping, resulting in silence.”
- “The music gets repetitive quickly and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have noted that the grinding aspect of the game can be tedious at times, with some even experiencing what they believe to be glitches that exacerbate the monotony.
- “There were a few tedious parts, and I think I encountered an actual glitch.”
- “The grinding feels endless and becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the experience feel monotonous.”