Terrible Laboratory

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Terrible Laboratory is a single player role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by aburasobabiyori and was released on March 28, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Terrible Laboratory" is a simulation game where players run their own failed mad science facility. Create bizarre and useless inventions, conduct experiments on hapless volunteers, and manage the day-to-day operations of a truly terrible laboratory. Will you become a successful failure, or will your lab be shut down for being just too terrible?

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 75 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game features a cute protagonist, Dr. Konica, and offers a variety of scenes that cater to fans of humiliation and non-consensual themes.
The art style is clean and appealing, with a good number of CG scenes that enhance the overall experience.
Despite its dark themes, the game provides an interesting and unique gameplay experience, especially for those who enjoy niche kinks.

The game is very short, with a playtime of around 3 to 4 hours, and lacks depth in gameplay mechanics, making it feel simplistic.
The story can be disturbing and may not appeal to everyone, as it heavily revolves around themes of humiliation and sexual assault.
There are technical limitations, such as the absence of sound control options and a low resolution, which detract from the overall quality of the game.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story features a blend of cute characters and dark themes, creating an oddly compelling narrative that includes multiple endings based on player choices. While some players found the humor to be overly comical or reminiscent of parody, others appreciated the engaging plot and artistic design. Overall, the story balances lightheartedness with deeper elements, making it a unique experience within its genre.
- “Konica Yaegaki is cute and the story is quite funny.”
- “The story has multiple endings, depending on the choices you make.”
- “The game is cute in design, but it has a dark story.”
- “After you've seen the scene, there's really no reason to collect any resources unless you need it for a quest (like 15 seaweed) - after you lost to the robot, you get a way easier way to collect them if you want to get the build-everything achievements.”
- “Note: while the story suggests that you’re on a time limit, this is not the case.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a series of five fights that can be completed in about five hours, with some players finding it simplistic and lacking depth. While there are elements that offer a unique approach compared to typical RPG Maker games, many reviews highlight the overall experience as dull and the mechanics as underwhelming. Despite these criticisms, some players express a willingness to continue playing, indicating a certain level of engagement with the game.
- “The gameplay is interesting in comparison to most RPG Maker games.”
- “In my one hour of gameplay, I know that this game is definitely one that I'm going to play until I finish.”
- “It offered some interesting approaches gameplay-wise.”
- “The gameplay consists of 5 fights, and in 5 hours, I completed every scene in the game and every fight. They are silly and easy, and there are mobs you can talk to in order to reach the end part.”
- “Don’t buy it for the gameplay though.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in Aburasobabiyori feature a consistent and clean art style, with artwork that is generally well-received. However, the game is noted for its explicit content, which may not appeal to all players. Additionally, players transitioning from the Japanese version should ensure they copy the graphic folder to retain their save files.
- “Aburasobabiyori has a very consistent and clean art style.”
- “This is a pornographic game of the messed-up kind.”
- “Artwork is fine.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in this game has been criticized for its lower quality compared to other titles in the Kagura series, with some players finding it overwhelming and unpleasant. Overall, the audio experience does not meet the expectations set by previous games.
- “The general quality of the music is significantly worse than in other Kagura games I've played.”
- “I don't want to hear the music or sounds blaring.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its cute character, Konica Yaegaki, and an engaging storyline that adds a comedic touch to the overall experience.
- “Konica Yaegaki is cute, and the story is quite funny.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate that "Terrible Laboratory" is a straightforward and brief game, noting that it features minimal grinding, allowing for a smooth gameplay experience.