thanks mom

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thanks mom is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by Lu and was released on March 26, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

"thanks mom" is an adventure game where you control a baby. ◆ Story You are a baby. You are given milk by your mother and sleeping soundly. In your dream, you remember the trials and tribulations that happened in the past. It may have been the days of struggle before you were born. Please do your best to make sure it doesn't turn into a nightmare. ◆ Game Features …

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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

story2 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features a cute and wholesome story about a mom and her baby, which adds a charming element to the experience.
The art design and characters are praised, contributing to a unique and enjoyable atmosphere.
Despite some gameplay issues, many players find the game to be a nice experience and recommend it for fans of Lu's work.

The platforming mechanics are criticized for being unpolished and frustrating, particularly in the last level.
Some players feel that the game is almost unplayable due to the stiff jumping mechanics, which detracts from the overall experience.
There are strong negative sentiments from some reviewers who consider the game to be bad and not worth playing, even for free.

story
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The story is a charming reflection on the bond between a mother and her baby, featuring a whimsical element where the baby seemingly defies death. True to the tradition of the genre, it is brief yet endearing.
- “In true Lu tradition, this is a short and nice story.”
- “The story is a cute musing of a mom and her baby, and also the baby flips off death, I think.”
gameplay
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The gameplay primarily focuses on platforming, which has received negative feedback from users, indicating that it may not be well-executed or enjoyable.
- “Lu decides to add platforming as the main gameplay here, and it kind of sucks.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized as both wholesome and surreal, creating a unique blend of uplifting experiences with a touch of trippiness that resonates with players.
- “Wholesome and kind of trippy”