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Robotherapy

Robotherapy is a beautiful game with an incredible message and story, only slightly bogged down by its incredibly short playtime. (taking only an hour to beat).
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84%Game Brain Score
story, humor
graphics, gameplay
88% User Score Based on 90 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

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Robotherapy is a single player action game with drama and comedy themes. It was developed by Lucas Molina and was released on August 7, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Robotherapy" is a single-player drama visual novel game that offers a unique and humorous take on a dystopian society where robots are in search of happiness after killing all humans. As a robot therapist, you will make dialogue choices, meet quirky robot patients, and enter their minds to uncover their issues in this story of pain, hope, and healing. With at least five jokes, minimalistic art, and a captivating original soundtrack, "Robotherapy" is an emotional dark comedy worth exploring.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 90 reviews
story20 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions

  • The game features a unique and humorous premise that effectively addresses mental health topics through engaging storytelling.
  • Players appreciate the witty writing and character interactions, which provide both entertainment and introspection.
  • The art style and presentation are charming, enhancing the overall experience of the short visual novel.
  • The gameplay is minimal, with choices having little to no impact on the story, leading to a linear experience.
  • Many players found the humor to be hit or miss, with some jokes not landing as intended and the overall narrative feeling shallow.
  • The game is very short, with some reviewers feeling it does not justify its price given the limited content and replayability.
  • story
    64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a blend of humor and deeper themes, exploring mental health and self-acceptance through a narrative featuring robots grappling with existential issues. While some players appreciate its witty writing and engaging characters, others criticize its predictability and lack of impactful choices, describing it as a linear experience that may not satisfy those seeking a more profound or interactive storyline. Overall, it offers a charming yet brief narrative that resonates with some players, particularly those interested in light psychological themes.

    • “I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys dark humor and likes to be deeply connected to the storyline.”
    • “Playful pixel art style and minigames-metaphors nicely complement the story, which feels light at first but discusses serious topics: depression, self-acceptance, living with one's past.”
    • “A charming short narrative game, with a very funny sense of humor, a solid cast of characters that play very well off each other for both the funny and serious moments, and a sentimental story about mental health and therapy.”
    • “I simply hate this story so much.”
    • “Unfortunately, there's very little in that aspect, as the story doesn't go very deep and is very predictable.”
    • “On top of that, the story is incredibly short, and the choices you make have absolutely no impact on the story.”
  • humor
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is predominantly dark and witty, often blending comedic elements with deeper themes of psychology and therapy. Players appreciate the clever writing, character interactions, and the balance between humor and serious topics, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking. While some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, many enjoyed the unique comedic style, particularly the clever naming of robots and the engaging dialogue.

    • “I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys dark humor and likes to be deeply connected to the storyline.”
    • “A charming short narrative game, with a very funny sense of humor, a solid cast of characters that play very well off each other for both the funny and serious moments, and a sentimental story about mental health and therapy.”
    • “While still laughing throughout most of the game, you might even learn a few tricks about how to approach depression and negative thoughts.”
  • graphics
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game feature a playful pixel art style that effectively complements its lighthearted yet profound narrative, addressing themes like depression and self-acceptance. While some reviewers note that the visuals are simplistic and not groundbreaking, they appreciate how the art enhances storytelling and character development, making the overall experience engaging and humorous. The combination of graphics and audio creates a cohesive aesthetic that supports the game's deeper messages while maintaining a light tone.

    • “The graphics fit the type of story well.”
    • “The graphics are very well thought out and are an amazing storytelling piece that will only make sense at the end of it all.”
    • “The art style is nothing to write home about either.”
    • “The graphics and audio are simplistic, but effective in enhancing the game.”
    • “The game offers simplistic visuals and audio that complement each other nicely.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received high praise for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with users highlighting a standout track that accompanies poetry readings. The soundtrack is described as great, complementing the game's visuals and humor, while the art and character design also contribute to a positive reception. Overall, the combination of engaging music and clever writing adds to the game's charm.

    • “The pixel art is quite nice, and I was pleasantly surprised by the quality soundtrack.”
    • “Music was good, especially the song that played when poetry was being read.”
    • “Art was gorgeous, characters had extremely comical names, and the music slapped.”
  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is largely criticized for being minimal, consisting mainly of clicking through dialogues and scenes with only brief moments of interaction, such as dodging objects. Players note that the experience is linear and short, lasting under an hour, with little replay value, though some appreciate the humor and simplicity of the story. Overall, it lacks substantial gameplay elements, making it more of a narrative experience than a traditional game.

    • “If you are looking for something not intense gameplay-wise, and for a laugh, or quite a few in my case, I would definitely give this a try.”
    • “Although I wish the dev would've sacrificed some of the story for more gameplay, I will say the story is decent enough for how simple it is.”
    • “You are basically pressing your left mouse button to pass dialogues and scenes for an hour and a half, without actual gameplay (just a minute dodging objects on a road) and a full explanation of what is going on every single minute.”
    • “For the asking price of $5, what you are getting is a linear story with zero gameplay that is over in less than an hour.”
    • “This game has one hour of gameplay and very little replayability.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its emotional depth, with players highlighting its well-written narrative that serves as an uplifting experience. Many find it to be one of the most heart-touching games they've encountered, featuring moments that resonate deeply with players.

    • “I recommend this game for anybody that needs a well-written pick-me-up or emotional support.”
    • “This is one of the most heart-touching games I've played in a long while.”
    • “Some moments were truly touching.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, with drawn-out dialogue and an early plot twist that lacks impact, contributing to a sense of repetitiveness and stereotypical character development.

    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
    • “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which made the experience feel more like a chore than fun.”
    • “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers only about an hour of gameplay with minimal replayability, as player choices seem to have little impact on the experience. Despite this limitation, it is still recommended due to its low price.

    • “This game has one hour of gameplay and very little replayability.”
    • “I don't think your choices matter at all, so it doesn't really have any replay value, but I'd still recommend it at the low price.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is perceived as lacking depth, leading to a disconnection where players feel indifferent towards the backstory and growth of the characters.

    • “As a result, I don't really care about his backstory or character development.”
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Robotherapy is a action game with drama and comedy themes.

Robotherapy is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Robotherapy was released on August 7, 2023.

Robotherapy was developed by Lucas Molina.

Robotherapy has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Robotherapy is a single player game.

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