STAY

About STAY

STAY is a single player survival puzzle game. It was developed by Gleetch and was released on February 26, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Welcome to STAY, a Special Test of Attention Yield. Will you survive long enough?

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Play Modes

Single-Player

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Reviews

90%Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

STAY offers a unique real-time mechanic that enhances the emotional connection and responsibility players feel towards the character John.
The minimalist pixel art style and atmospheric music create a claustrophobic and engaging experience that keeps players on their toes.
The game is free and provides a challenging yet fun way to test multitasking and prioritization skills, making it a solid choice for casual gamers.

The game can be frustrating due to sensitive controls and tasks that may not register correctly, leading to repeated failures.
Some players find the game over screen to be excessively long, which disrupts the flow of gameplay after a failure.
The random spawning of tasks can lead to situations where players are unable to complete objectives due to overlapping elements, making the game feel unfair at times.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions
The gameplay in "Stay" is characterized by its repetitive nature, where players complete tasks in a cycle. Additionally, the difficulty of achieving certain milestones is notably high, with some achievements deemed impossible, leading to frustration among players.
- “The gameplay in Stay is simplistic, do a task, get another one, repeat, repeat, repeat.”
- “On top of the nonstop gameplay, the achievements are super hard to get, with two of them having a 0% achievement rate due to being impossible.”
- “The gameplay in Stay is simplistic: do a task, get another one, repeat, repeat, repeat.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a pleasant mix that enhances the experience, though some players find it repetitive over time.
- “Repetitive, but it does have a fairly good mix of tasks and the music is nice.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, -50% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The game's story is distinct from typical quest-driven narratives, focusing instead on a more engaging and unique storytelling approach that sets it apart from conventional gameplay.
- “This game isn't one of those 'do a quest over time and get rewarded for it' type games.”
- “This game isn't one of those where you do a quest over time and get rewarded for it.”
- “☯ story ☯”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Players appreciate the stability of the game, noting that mistakes do not lead to instant failure but rather result in a temporary freeze, allowing for a more forgiving and enjoyable experience.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The graphics of the game are often praised for their stunning visuals and attention to detail, creating an immersive experience. Players appreciate the vibrant colors and smooth animations, which enhance the overall aesthetic appeal. However, some users note that performance issues can occasionally detract from the visual experience.