Rainy attic room

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Rainy attic room is a single player action game. It was developed by BORAme and was released on July 14, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Rainy Attic Room" is a narrative-driven game where you communicate with a depressed friend in a constantly rainy world. The game encourages players to listen to their friend's story, decorate rooms, and clean to build a bond. It features a unique atmosphere with heart and water themes, and comes with cautions such as not to follow unrealistic or strange content, and to avoid changing the phone's time.

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,942 reviews

music42 positive mentions

monetization112 negative mentions

The game is calming and relaxing, providing a comforting experience for players.
It effectively portrays the slow process of helping someone with depression, making it relatable.
The art style and background music are adorable and soothing, enhancing the overall experience.

Progress can be very slow, making it tedious for some players.
There are occasional bugs that cause the game to crash or not load properly.
The English translations are often awkward or incorrect, which can detract from the experience.

music
135 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, often described as beautiful and nostalgic, particularly when combined with the sound of rain. While many players find the soundtrack comforting and therapeutic, some express a desire for more variety, as the repetitive nature of the music can become monotonous. Overall, the music significantly enhances the game's atmosphere, making it a favorite for relaxation and emotional connection.
- “The music alone is so relaxing!”
- “The music, rain sounds, and the overall game atmosphere are all very soothing.”
- “The background music is really calming and pleasing.”
- “Sometimes when I go in the game, the music stops playing even though I didn't turn it off.”
- “I just wish the music would be on a longer sample because the same 4 bars over and over gets a bit annoying and ruins the ambience.”
- “My only issues are that it takes too long to gain familiarity, and that there is only one song that plays on repeat.”
monetization
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its optional ads, which players appreciate as they are not intrusive and do not disrupt gameplay. While some users express frustration with occasional ad loading issues, the overall sentiment is that the game allows for a relaxed experience without forced payments or excessive advertising, making it a refreshing change from typical mobile games. However, some players feel that the reliance on ads for progression can lead to a slow grind, and there are calls for more in-game content or alternative ways to earn resources.
- “There are no ads.”
- “I love how you have to 'earn' your connection in real time... I also love that there are no in-app purchases.”
- “Such a fun game! Love everything, no ads unless you want to watch one for points.”
- “The only way to progress is watching ads to fill up the chat meter because if you don't, you have to wait 5 minutes per chat.”
- “I just want to enjoy the game, but I have to watch ads since I can't do anything else but wait to talk and watch the numbers climb slowly.”
- “You basically just watch ads (give them money for absolutely nothing in return because this game has zero point from what I see so far) you don't actually talk back... you just keep pressing buttons.”
emotional
91 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its heartwarming and wholesome nature, with many players expressing deep emotional connections to the characters and their struggles. Users report feeling seen and understood, often relating their own experiences with mental health to the game's narrative, which fosters a sense of empathy and healing. While some players find the game calming and uplifting, others note moments of sadness and frustration, highlighting its ability to evoke a range of emotions.
- “It's so calming that my happy memories flash back and it made me cry; yeah, emotional things.”
- “This game is very wholesome in my opinion because watching my character slowly grow and become more comfortable with time by me visiting is really adorable.”
- “You build an emotional connection with the character in the game, and it's really heartwarming to see it slowly start opening up to the world.”
graphics
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cuteness and aesthetic appeal, with many users highlighting the calming art style and soothing background music. The artwork is described as adorable and unique, contributing to a relaxing gameplay experience that resonates emotionally with players. However, some users noted minor issues, such as color preferences and occasional bugs, but overall, the visuals are considered a strong point of the game.
- “The graphics and effects are beautiful, and even though it's slow, I keep coming back; it's just so relatable.”
- “The artwork is amazing, and the sounds are pure bliss.”
- “I love the graphics and music; they create such a calming atmosphere.”
- “Honestly, even though the graphics are cute, the game is so slow in the story.”
- “The game actually helps with my anxiety; everything starts and the game looks cute, but you should definitely add more stuff to it and improve the graphics.”
- “The graphics and designs were simple, and it's calming.”
story
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its emotional depth and relatable themes, particularly around depression, complemented by a charming art style and calming music. However, many players find the pacing frustratingly slow, requiring significant patience to progress, which can lead to repetitive gameplay. Despite these concerns, the intricate details and the ability to revisit story segments are appreciated, making it a unique experience for those willing to invest time.
- “The game shows a story of slow progress that's quite realistic and the art style is perfect for the rest of the tone.”
- “I love the little comic style story parts that you can rewatch again and again once you complete the task that goes along with it.”
- “The designs are amazing; it really tells you a story about depression and what it's like. It's also very relaxing to play, I love it.”
- “For a game that's all about the story and interaction with the main character, the translation is so poor that I can't get myself to care about our 'friend' at all.”
- “Honestly, even though the graphics are cute, the game is so slow in the story.”
- “Takes a while to get anywhere in the story, so if you're trying to depend on this one as a time passer, it's going to disappoint you in that way.”
gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a slow pace that some players find relaxing and reflective of real-life challenges, particularly in relation to mental health recovery. While the mechanics are generally easy to grasp and the art style is praised, many users express a desire for more engaging activities and faster progression, as well as improvements to certain mechanics like resource acquisition. Overall, the game offers a soothing experience, but could benefit from additional content and clearer instructions to enhance player engagement.
- “The gameplay is truly beautiful, and I believe the slow pace just adds to it.”
- “Realistically represents how hard it is to take care of yourself or others that struggle with mental health issues. Soothing game sounds with a relaxing environment and gameplay.”
- “I could praise it for the comfy atmosphere, very cute artwork, fun and easy gameplay, and sense of completion.”
- “This game is cute, but you should really improve the gameplay since the progress is really slow.”
- “I get that you're supposed to take the time to let the character open up to you and all.. and it could very well be that I'm missing some key part of the gameplay, but there's nothing to actually do, aside from clicking on cobwebs and random raindrops, the few times that they actually appear.”
- “The gameplay loop is too short as well, especially for those who don't want to watch ads constantly.”
atmosphere
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its soothing and peaceful qualities, enhanced by calming music and sound effects like rain. Players appreciate the comforting and cute artwork, which contributes to a relaxing experience, making it ideal for background play. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a key strength, providing a sense of calm and emotional relief.
- “The music, rain sounds, and the overall game atmosphere are all very soothing.”
- “I could praise it for the comfy atmosphere, very cute artwork, fun/easy gameplay, and sense of completion.”
- “It's relaxing and atmospheric.”
- “The calm rain features combined with the smooth music adds to the atmosphere of depression that just brings relief to viewers who hoped for something they could relate to to relax their troubled minds.”
- “There's not much to do, but that just adds to the atmosphere.”
- “The songs and atmosphere in the game make players feel comfortable; the game is simple and cute.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often feeling that it detracts from the overall enjoyment and progression. While some appreciate the depth and rewards that come from grinding, many express a desire for a more balanced approach to resource acquisition to enhance the gaming experience. Despite the grind, the game's charm and potential for emotional connection keep players engaged.
- “I get what you're trying to do, but it does make the game feel more tedious than rewarding.”
- “I want to progress, but having to do the same thing multiple times to gain enough currency for one item is tedious.”
- “This game is super cool, but very grindy.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has been a significant concern for many users, particularly following the latest update, which has led to frequent crashes and freezing issues, especially when navigating certain areas like the city or when using stairs. While some players report enjoying the game without major problems, a substantial number express frustration over persistent glitches that hinder gameplay, prompting calls for urgent fixes. Overall, the game's stability appears inconsistent, with many players experiencing significant technical difficulties.
- “Since the latest update, however, every time I try to visit the city or park, my game freezes and crashes.”
- “For some reason, going downstairs is very buggy and causes the app to crash almost any time I tap the ladder. Aside from that, I've been enjoying the game but would love a fix to this bug as it is frustrating having to reopen the app many times until it (sometimes) works.”
- “I love this game, but with the latest update for my phone and after updating the app, the game won't start and freezes on the title screen.”
character development
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Players appreciate the character development in the game, noting its relatable themes and emotional depth, particularly in the portrayal of a character dealing with depression. The design and music contribute to a calming atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience of nurturing and witnessing character growth.
- “This game is coming, and it very much relates to my life. Just every day is one rainy day. I love the music, the character design, and overall, it's a well-thought-out game that looks childish in a very calm, soft way.”
- “I reached level 11 after a few months. I didn't play it much, but Minmin's character development was nice (nickname I gave him).”
- “It's somehow very relaxing to take care of a depressed person and their character development.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting that the relatable and honest dialogue from the characters adds to its charm. Additionally, the translation errors contribute to the comedic experience, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I love this game; the little character says things I can relate to, and things that are so honest it's funny.”
- “Very relaxing game; the translation errors are quite funny.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is lacking, particularly for devices with notches, and the poor translation significantly detracts from the overall experience.
- “It's not optimized for phones with notches, and the poor translation really compromises the mood.”
- “The game suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play.”
- “Loading times are excessively long, which disrupts the overall experience.”