Tea Party Simulator 2015
- April 23, 2015
- Power Up to Maximum
- 10h median play time
Get on SteamTea Party Simulator 2015 is a game where players can become a "tea party extraordinaire" by brewing, pouring, and serving tea and snacks to guests. The goal is to avoid making mistakes and angering guests, while also finding hidden easter eggs. With increasing challenges in each level and two distinct modes, players can strive to become the ultimate tea party master.
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Reviews
- The game is humorous and provides a fun experience, especially for those who enjoy chaotic simulator games.
- Creative and varied levels keep the gameplay interesting, with hidden easter eggs adding to the fun.
- The graphics and sound design are appealing, contributing to an overall enjoyable atmosphere.
- Controls are overly sensitive and often frustrating, making it difficult to complete tasks without mishaps.
- The game lacks depth and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay that can become tedious quickly.
- Many players feel the game is overpriced for the amount of content and quality it offers.
- humor32 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely hilarious due to its quirky mechanics and funny character interactions, particularly with the teddy bear. However, others criticize it for being repetitive and not consistently funny, suggesting that while there are amusing moments, they may not be enough to outweigh the game's frustrating controls and gameplay. Overall, it appeals to those who enjoy clumsy, simulation-style humor, but may not satisfy everyone looking for a more polished comedic experience.
“You can tell that effort was put into this game, and it has its own funny quirks that sets it apart.”
“Trying to pour tea while you have ragdoll physics and overly sensitive controls sounded hilarious.”
“The humor is quite present and hidden easter eggs just makes it more fun to play.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as decent, resembling those of typical simulators or indie titles, with some attempts at a cell-shaded style that may not fully succeed. While the visuals can be appealing, especially on higher settings, the lack of an in-game options menu for adjustments is a notable drawback. Overall, the graphics are considered good, with the ability to run on lower-end systems, but they do not stand out as exceptional.
“Amazing graphics.”
“Realistic graphics and physics... now with VR... got it for free...”
“The graphics are really good, even if you have a bad computer you can play this game on medium or low, but if you have a good PC, you can play this game on beautiful.”
“The graphics look like any other simulator or indie game with a little revision to give it a nice touch.”
“It almost looks like the developer attempted a cel-shaded graphics style and failed.”
“There is no in-game options menu; you can adjust screen resolution, toggle fullscreen, and adjust the graphics quality via a separate window before launch (my guess is that this is a Unity game).”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a lack of depth and variation, leading to a monotonous experience after an initial period of fun. While it draws comparisons to Bossa Studios' Surgeon Simulator, some users note improved mechanics, yet overall, it is seen as appealing primarily for its wacky physics rather than engaging gameplay.
“How did I even manage to get 10 hours of gameplay?”
“The general gameplay is as you'd expect.”
“It has a great feel towards Surgeon Simulator, but with some better mechanics.”
“If, however, you are looking for something other than basic monotonous gameplay with some funny one-laugh achievements, move on.”
“To sum this game up in one sentence: fun for the first couple of minutes until you realize that you are doing the same action for the rest of the game with no variation in its mechanics.”
“Without a doubt a rip-off of Bossa Studios' Surgeon Simulator, from the 'simulator' in the name down to the gameplay.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and lacks depth, with players noting that it primarily consists of repetitive missions centered around collecting items, which can become monotonous. While there are some parodic elements related to pop culture, the overall narrative is considered weak and not engaging.
“The controls are simple, but mastering them is another story!”
“If you fail, and everyone fails at least once, you can restart the mission. Every time you restart, there will be a different table layout, unless you turn that option off.”
“I liked to play this game, so I give it a 7. It's a nice game with several missions.”
“Don't expect a deep story, though.”
“The plot this game offers is very minimal and may not even deserve the title 'plot.' The different levels of the game are effectively simple map changes, and while they do parody some elements of pop culture, they become monotonous and boring.”
“You have the exact same mission in every map: get the tea, cake, plate, cup, and biscuit.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as elegant and enjoyable, with some users appreciating its humorous elements and thematic variety, such as the combination of classic tunes with zombie themes. However, the repetitive nature of the tracks, particularly the short loops that change with each level, has drawn criticism for lacking depth and variety. Overall, while the music adds a pleasant touch, it may not be enough to elevate the overall experience.
“So realistic and the music is incredibly elegant and ornate.”
“Nice music, funny game.”
“The music is nice.”
“The controls are terrible and there is no real story, other than a bit of background music.”
“The music changes level to level, but on each level, it's just a trill that lasts around 10 seconds and constantly repeats.”
“Zombies and classic music.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it can be entertaining and humorous, particularly due to its challenging mechanics, repeated failures can lead to a sense of tedium. The game's requirement for precision and dexterity adds to the fun but may also frustrate players if they struggle to progress.
“The game is a bit like Surgeon Simulator; you have to do everything with one hand, which makes it funny, but if you fail over and over, the game gets a bit tedious.”
“Fun and good game to play in one sitting, but it can be tedious at times.”
“Now, it is very much possible he was hired by the government of the tedious tea department™ to test the players' dexterity and skills of delivering a fancy tea time to Ted, to initiate how capable the player may or may not be, due to the fact Ted can self-destruct with even the smallest sliver of a mishap.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for buggy physics that can undermine player performance, leading to frustration despite perfect execution. However, some users find the glitches amusing, suggesting a mixed reception regarding their impact on gameplay.
“It punishes you for not making mistakes. You can do everything perfectly, but buggy physics will ensure that you won't get that 'S' on the level. Do not buy this crap.”
“Some glitches just make it even funnier.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game is enjoyable but criticized for its brevity, leading to limited replayability.
“It's fun, but it's very short and I don't see much replayability.”
“The game lacks depth, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is centered around maintaining the delicate ambiance of a tea party, emphasizing the importance of preserving its serene and refined environment. Players are encouraged to engage thoughtfully to avoid disrupting this unique setting.
“The main purpose of playing this game is to fully immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of a tea party.”
“The main purpose of playing this game is to not spoil the atmosphere of a tea party.”
“The game fails to create an immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
“The lack of environmental detail really detracts from the overall atmosphere.”
