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Something

94%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
monetization, grinding
94% User Score Based on 174 reviews

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"Something" is a minimalist game with a simple concept: keep doing 'Something' as the timer increases. The challenge lies in maintaining focus and avoiding 'Nothing.' The game dares you to keep engaged, offering a seemingly easy experience that may prove more difficult than anticipated.

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 174 reviews
gameplay10 positive mentions
monetization2 negative mentions
  • Offers an immersive and captivating experience with stunning visuals and engaging gameplay.
  • Improves upon its predecessor 'Nothing' with a rich narrative and deeper gameplay mechanics.
  • Highly recommended for those seeking a unique and thought-provoking gaming experience.
  • Some players find the game excessively difficult and overwhelming.
  • Critics argue that it lacks true gameplay mechanics, feeling more like a joke or art software.
  • The game may consume excessive amounts of time, leading to negative impacts on players' lives.
  • gameplay
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this title is highly praised for its seamless integration of stunning visuals, engaging mechanics, and a rich narrative, offering a diverse range of activities from strategic combat to puzzle-solving and exploration. Players appreciate the cooperative options that enhance the experience, allowing for various playstyles, while the customization features significantly impact gameplay. Overall, the game is noted for its depth, challenge, and ability to provide an immersive and enjoyable experience that keeps players engaged.

    • “The variety of gameplay elements, from strategic combat to puzzle-solving and exploration, ensures that there is always something new and exciting to do.”
    • “The narrative is expertly woven into the gameplay, ensuring that each mission and objective feels meaningful and connected to the overall story.”
    • “The cooperative gameplay options allow players to join forces with friends or other players online to tackle difficult challenges.”
    • “It feels like I can never run out of gameplay, and it is ruining my life.”
    • “While 'nothing' encouraged a more passive approach to gameplay, 'something' invites players to actively engage with the world around them.”
    • “The gameplay is much more difficult and requires a lot more skill than the previous game.”
  • story
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a standout feature, characterized by a rich narrative filled with lore and backstory that enhances exploration and character interaction. Players experience an engaging and well-paced main plot, with meaningful missions that are intricately woven into the gameplay, adding depth and replayability. Overall, the compelling storytelling, combined with stunning visuals and engaging gameplay, creates a memorable experience that resonates with players.

    • “One of the standout features of this game is its story.”
    • “The main plot is engaging and well-paced, with a series of escalating conflicts and revelations that drive the story forward.”
    • “As players progress through the game, they'll uncover fragments of a larger story, piecing together the puzzle of their own existence in the process.”
    • “The game's world is filled with lore and backstory that you can uncover through exploration and interaction with various characters and objects.”
    • “This depth of storytelling adds significant replayability to the game.”
  • graphics
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the sequel to "nothing" have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visual fidelity and immersive art design, which effectively utilizes modern technology to create a breathtaking experience. Reviewers highlight the game's consistent application of its art style, whether hyper-realistic or stylized, enhancing the overall atmosphere and contributing to a masterfully crafted world. The improvements, including a new white background, have been noted as significant upgrades that elevate the gaming experience while remaining accessible to a wide range of players.

    • “This game seamlessly blends stunning visuals, engaging gameplay, and a richly detailed narrative to create a truly unforgettable adventure.”
    • “One of the first things that capture your attention is the stunning graphical fidelity.”
    • “The game makes excellent use of modern graphics technology to deliver a visual experience that is both breathtaking and immersive.”
    • “Its unexpected success had paved the way for a new era of gaming—one defined not by flashy graphics or complex gameplay mechanics, but by the purity of the gaming experience itself.”
    • “It builds a masterful world of intricately detailed craftsmanship and an in-depth exploration of the elegant and sleek art style which adds to the entire voyage.”
    • “The game's art style, whether it leans towards hyper-realism or a more stylized aesthetic, is consistently applied and enhances the overall atmosphere.”
  • music
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in "something" is highly praised for its exceptional quality, featuring a diverse range of hauntingly beautiful melodies and adrenaline-pumping tracks that enhance the game's atmosphere and emotional depth. Reviewers note that the soundtrack not only complements the gameplay but also stands out as a remarkable artistic achievement, likening it to the works of great composers. Overall, the audio design significantly contributes to the game's immersive experience.

    • “The audio design is equally impressive, with a soundtrack that perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
    • “The music in 'something' is a symphony of emotions, ranging from hauntingly beautiful melodies to pulse-pounding rhythms.”
    • “The music ranges from hauntingly beautiful melodies to adrenaline-pumping tracks that heighten the tension during key moments.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is significantly enhanced by its consistent art style, whether hyper-realistic or stylized, and impressive audio design, including a fitting soundtrack. Additionally, it maintains a minimalist charm and serene ambiance reminiscent of its predecessor, while introducing new features that add depth to the overall experience.

    • “The game's art style, whether it leans towards hyper-realism or a more stylized aesthetic, is consistently applied and enhances the overall atmosphere.”
    • “The audio design is equally impressive, with a soundtrack that perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
    • “"something" retains the minimalist charm and serene atmosphere that made "nothing" a standout title, but it introduces a host of new features and gameplay mechanics that add depth and complexity to the experience.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a rich and layered narrative, populated with memorable characters and unexpected twists, creating emotional moments that deeply engage players throughout the experience.

    • “The narrative is rich and layered, filled with memorable characters, unexpected twists, and emotional moments that will keep you invested from beginning to end.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's rich storytelling contributes greatly to its replayability, encouraging players to revisit the experience for new insights and perspectives.

    • “This depth of storytelling adds significant replayability to the game.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users expressing frustration over its perceived lack of effort and creativity.

    • “It's not a game, it's a lazy, pretentious cash grab.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like a second job or life is necessary to keep up with the demands.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is perceived as initially amusing but ultimately falls flat, being described as meaningless and tiresome over time. Players express a preference for disengagement rather than enduring the humor's lack of substance.

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