Stephen's Sausage Roll

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"Stephen's Sausage Roll" is a puzzle game where players control a chef named Stephen, who cooks sausages on a grill. Players must navigate complex levels and adjust the heat of the grill to cook sausages to perfection, while also avoiding burning them. The game features a unique physics-based mechanic and gradually increasing difficulty, providing a challenging and engaging experience for puzzle fans.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,492 reviews

gameplay130 positive mentions

grinding28 negative mentions

Incredibly well-designed puzzles that challenge players to think creatively and outside the box.
The game introduces new mechanics gradually, allowing players to discover and master them organically.
Each puzzle provides a satisfying 'aha!' moment upon completion, making the experience rewarding.

The game has a steep difficulty curve right from the start, which may frustrate casual players.
Lack of tutorials or guidance can leave players feeling lost and overwhelmed.
The controls can be unintuitive and may take time to get used to, which can hinder the puzzle-solving experience.

gameplay
840 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
84%
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The gameplay of "Stephen's Sausage Roll" is characterized by its deceptively simple mechanics, primarily revolving around pushing and rolling sausages to cook them without burning. Players experience a steep learning curve as the game introduces new mechanics organically through exploration and experimentation, often leading to satisfying "aha!" moments. While the lack of tutorials can be frustrating, the clever level design ensures that each puzzle challenges players to think creatively and adapt their understanding of the mechanics, resulting in a rewarding and engaging puzzle-solving experience.
- “The game does a great job overall of introducing you to mechanics through experimentation and discovery, and stays fresh by surprising you with new mechanics or by incorporating several existing mechanics in new ways.”
- “The way this game builds upon its seemingly simple mechanics to build ever more complex puzzles using the same set of tools as before is astounding, and I was never bored despite the almost minimalistic set of tools at your disposal.”
- “Every new mechanic discovered evolves naturally from the core gameplay concept, and none of the solutions are obvious.”
- “For instance, there is literally 0 guiding you in the early section of the game to get used to the mechanics.”
- “On the other hand, if you prefer games that are eager to explain all their mechanics and frequently nudge you in the right direction, then this game will be more frustrating than mowing a football field with a pair of nail scissors.”
- “The very first level is a decent challenge before you even have a chance to get a grip on the basic mechanics of the game.”
graphics
212 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
69%
8%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players describing them as simplistic, blocky, and reminiscent of early 3D aesthetics, which some find charming while others deem unattractive. Despite the initial negative impressions, several reviewers noted that the graphics grow on you over time, appreciating their unique style and how they complement the puzzle-solving experience. Ultimately, while the visuals may not be high-quality, they serve the game's purpose and contribute to its overall appeal, focusing on gameplay rather than graphical fidelity.
- “Don't let the minimalistic graphics fool you, this is a masterpiece.”
- “The aesthetic is bizarre and beautiful, and I just think it's a game that speaks for itself like no other in the puzzle genre.”
- “The graphics are simple but evoke a beautiful atmosphere.”
- “The visuals are...not as elegant as the level design, to put it mildly.”
- “Graphics are unacceptable even if it is just a puzzle game there is no need for it to look this bad.”
- “On first impressions, this game title is silly, the graphics are horrible and the cost seems way overpriced for a 'simple 3D puzzle game'.”
story
128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
67%
11%
The game's story is often described as minimal and sparse, with many players initially unaware of its existence until later stages. While some find it intriguing and thought-provoking, particularly in its darker themes, others feel it is inconsequential to the overall gameplay, which primarily focuses on puzzles. Overall, the narrative is delivered through cryptic messages and text logs, rewarding those who persevere with a richer understanding by the end.
- “It, in fact, has a wonderful, thought-provoking story with some deeply philosophical and dark themes that contrast wonderfully with the game's silly premise.”
- “The story revealing itself slowly in the background was super interesting and it's a game I'll remember for sure.”
- “Great puzzle game with a great albeit small story.”
- “Also, there is little to no story present.”
- “The plot is actually minimal and incidental to the progress, being presented through few cryptic messages in the world hub.”
- “The story is slim, and there’s no rich world to explore.”
music
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
71%
7%
The music in the game is generally described as ambient and non-intrusive, with many players finding it soothing and fitting for the puzzle-solving experience. However, opinions vary, with some noting that the in-game music can be repetitive or boring, leading them to mute it. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the atmosphere, it lacks memorable tunes and is often considered minimalistic or generic.
- “Though it's becoming increasingly challenging, past the point of picking a puzzle for a quick break, the music is lovely and fits the odd atmosphere of this little saucy gem.”
- “The music is subdued and soothing.”
- “The little details like particle effects on flowers, the day-night cycle, the different sound effects for everything and even the music all show the attention to detail that this game went through.”
- “The game has mediocre graphics, nearly non-existent music, and gameplay looks dull at first glance.”
- “There's not really any music, so you might want to put on something to listen to in the background, unless you really want to focus on the puzzles.”
- “The graphics are extremely blocky and simplistic, the music is mostly procedurally generated and kept in the background, and there's initially very little in terms of story or any sort of context.”
grinding
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players find that while the puzzles in the game start off engaging and enjoyable, they tend to become tedious and repetitive in the later levels without significantly increasing in difficulty. Many reviewers appreciate that the game avoids excessive repetition of puzzles, but some still feel that the challenge can turn into a frustrating grind, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Despite this, there are also comments highlighting that the puzzles are generally well-designed and rewarding, with moments of satisfaction that can outweigh the tedium for some players.
- “Puzzles at the start are pretty good, but get very tedious later on while not becoming much more difficult.”
- “Starts to feel tedious and more like work than play in the later levels, but up until that point it was really fun and engaging!”
- “I found it too tediously difficult to get any enjoyment out of.”
emotional
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players describe the game as an emotional rollercoaster, evoking feelings of both triumph and frustration, often leading to tears of joy or dread. The unique mechanics and engaging narrative contribute to a profound emotional experience, making players feel both intellectually challenged and deeply connected to the game's world. Overall, it stands out as a puzzle game that not only entertains but also resonates on a personal level.
- “A supreme puzzle game that made me cry at the end.”
- “This is the only game that has made me cry at mechanics alone.”
- “About two hours in, I came across a level called 'the great tower', and it filled me with very real emotional dread.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
31%
19%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its calming and tranquil qualities, enhanced by beautiful visuals and soothing music. Players appreciate the evolving colors and simplicity of the graphics, which create an immersive environment conducive to focused puzzle-solving. Overall, the combination of low-fi aesthetics and a relaxing soundscape contributes to a unique and engaging experience.
- “Colorful low-fi visuals, soothing accompaniment, a day and night cycle, and an overall tranquil atmosphere.”
- “They really succeeded in creating a calm and clean atmosphere that helped me think about nothing but the puzzle in front of me.”
- “The atmosphere, the evolving color of the objects, the almost complete lack of instructions: I love every aspect of this game.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally seen as lacking compared to titles like Portal 2, with some players noting that while there are a few incidental laughs, the writing and voice acting do not reach the same level. However, the game's challenging puzzles can elicit laughter upon completion, and its quirky presentation adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
- “So hard it made me laugh when I finally solved a puzzle 😂”
- “There are a few incidental moments that have made me laugh.”
- “Under all of SSR's funny packaging and simple art is an amazingly designed and fun game.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game offers significant replayability due to its challenging puzzles, which can be satisfying to solve again, especially as many users forget the solutions over time. However, the difficulty may deter some players from replaying.
- “It might be too difficult for some, but it is satisfying and adds replay value.”
- “I'm definitely going to get some replay value out of it: I've already forgotten how most of the puzzles work!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report a high level of stability, noting that they encountered no glitches or bugs during their gameplay experience.
- “There's no glitches or bugs that I encountered.”
- “There's no glitches or bugs that I encountered.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is characterized by a consistent use of predefined audio seeds at the start of each level and menu screen, which initially play a familiar tune before transitioning into new sounds, though this may lead to some stuttering issues.
- “The start of each level, as well as some menu screens, use a predefined seed to start with a familiar tune each time you enter them before stuttering off into something new.”

75%Critics’ scoreBased on 6 critic reviews

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28h Median play time

24h Average play time

11-40h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 14 analyzed playthroughs

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