That One Otter Game

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That One Otter Game is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Crayon Coded and was released on July 15, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

That One Otter Game is a chaotic co-op adventure where two young otters complete quirky park challenges like catching penguins and racing zebras. Explore a vibrant world filled with surprises, silly interactions, and wild antics while unlocking hats and causing playful mayhem. Designed for couch co-op fun, it thrives on humor and unexpected moments.

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Audience ScoreBased on 419 reviews

graphics9 positive mentions

optimization12 negative mentions

Extremely cute graphics and charming animations that create a fun atmosphere for co-op play.
Short and sweet gameplay, perfect for a quick session with a friend or partner, taking about 30 minutes to an hour to complete.
It's free to play, making it an accessible option for anyone looking for a light-hearted co-op experience.

The game suffers from various bugs and performance issues, including glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
Lack of online multiplayer options limits the ability to play with friends remotely, as it only supports local co-op or Steam Remote Play.
No save feature means players must complete the game in one sitting, which can be frustrating if they want to collect all items or achievements.

graphics
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
69%
8%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute art style, charming animations, and overall aesthetic appeal, creating a cozy and enjoyable atmosphere. However, many users have reported performance issues, including lag and a lack of adjustable graphics settings, which detracts from the experience, especially on lower-end PCs. Despite these technical shortcomings, the visuals are considered a highlight, contributing to the game's fun and engaging nature.
- “The animations and the art style are fantastic.”
- “The graphics/style are very pleasing to the eyes.”
- “The world itself is varied despite the small scale and the aesthetics fit the vibe sublimely, especially the 2D artworks.”
- “How it managed to go viral is clear; it’s just a shame that the game lacked any substance beneath the cutesy art style and premise.”
- “The frames stuttering and having no settings to lower graphics or other details make it suffer.”
- “No graphics options, poor performance, unplayable sadly.”
optimization
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including low frame rates and stuttering, even on high-end hardware. There are limited graphics settings available, making it difficult to improve performance, and the game is described as unplayable on certain devices. While some users have not experienced issues, the general consensus is that significant optimization work is needed, and a patch is anticipated to address these concerns.
- “The performance can be surprisingly demanding for such a simple-looking game.”
- “Looking forward to the optimization patch as well; for now, I was able to get a stable frame rate by enabling VSync and switching to fullscreen instead of using borderless.”
- “The devs have addressed the performance issues!”
- “The only thing that sucks is the optimization (3070 + i7 12th provides only around 60fps in FHD), because the stutter engine 5 really sucks.”
- “This is quite an extreme case though, as the game is genuinely unplayable on handhelds and probably most laptops due to the diabolical performance.”
- “No graphics options, poor performance, unplayable sadly.”
gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
66%
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Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of enjoyment and frustration, with many players appreciating the simple, relaxing mechanics and collect-a-thon elements, while also noting significant bugs and clunky controls. The game offers fun, chaotic moments and visually appealing graphics, but suffers from issues like inconsistent mechanics and a lack of depth, leading to a desire for more content and polish. Overall, while the gameplay can be entertaining, it is marred by technical problems and a somewhat repetitive experience.
- “Enjoyed the little collect-a-thon type of gameplay but wished there was a little more to the game; can't complain though as this was completely free and I enjoyed the game quite a lot even though this isn't my normal type of game.”
- “Easy yet rewarding puzzles, smooth gameplay, beautiful graphics combined with the fact the game is free?”
- “The gameplay premise is simple as the title suggests; a fun wacky adventure game where the players are cute otters in a theme park, seeking to complete all challenges and find all the collectibles.”
- “Really poor gameplay mechanics... it's not even enjoyable to move around.”
- “Gameplay is clunky, progression is weird, you can jump all over the map without needing the help of your partner so the whole co-op part is 'useless'.”
- “95% of the game is running around holding & throwing objects, which is good because those mechanics work well, but also boring because it’s all there is.”
humor
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised for its lightheartedness and charm, with players enjoying the hilarious antics of otters causing chaos in a whimsical environment. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through funny bugs and cute animations, making it an enjoyable experience for both solo and cooperative play. Overall, the game is described as a delightful way to unwind and share laughs with friends.
- “Our otters zoomed around in a tiny car, crashed into everything imaginable, knocked down fences, startled innocent bystanders—and we couldn’t stop laughing.”
- “It’s the perfect game to unwind, do something stupid, and spend the evening laughing nonstop.”
- “The game is the cutest animation, has hilarious little moments and so many things to explore and do!”
story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as whimsical and engaging, centered around completing a series of cute and creative quests as a team of otters. However, players express a desire for more content and clearer quest objectives, as some missions are buggy or poorly designed, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the charm and humor of the narrative shine through, leading many to hope for a longer, more polished version in the future.
- “10/10 storytelling.”
- “Love the story and all of the challenges is so creative.”
- “It definitely embraces goofiness and whimsy with its quests and janky physics.”
- “The second quest is already janky and it's not really clear what you're supposed to do.”
- “- finishing the main story (get 4 stamps), the achievement book becomes buggy (loss of stickers, and displays white squares) so hard to fully complete the game as you don't know what you are missing.”
- “☐ no story”
stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally stable but experiences a range of bugs and glitches that can affect gameplay, such as character movement issues and camera problems. While these bugs are noted as minor and do not significantly detract from the overall experience, they can be frustrating at times, especially in terms of optimization and performance. Despite these issues, many players appreciate the game's charm, particularly given its free-to-play nature.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck if you just bump the quality down a notch.”
- “The game maintains a steady frame rate, even during intense action sequences.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or major bugs, which makes for a smooth gaming experience.”
- “Game is wack, full of glitches, the camera is a nightmare.”
- “Not well optimized and buggy.”
- “Super cute game, although very buggy and in desperate need of save slots/points.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players describing it as heartwarming, cute, and wholesome. Many reviewers highlight the joy of playing with friends or partners, emphasizing the game's ability to evoke strong feelings of happiness and nostalgia, often leading to moments of genuine emotional connection. Overall, it is celebrated for its charming art style and the delightful experiences it offers.
- “This game is absolutely heartwarming and just perfect to play with your bestie!”
- “This game is actually amazing to play with a partner or friend. I recommend it to anyone trying to find a simple game to play together. The intended idea is to play it on a couch beside each other, but I managed to 100% the game while using Steam Remote Play. There were a couple of physics bugs, but outside of that, it was a wholesome experience.”
- “If you're into silly, wholesome co-op games with a lot of heart, that one otter game is absolutely worth your time.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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12%
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The game's music is generally praised for its soothing quality and atmospheric variations across different zones, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users noted that the background music is often too quiet, detracting from its impact, and there were occasional issues with music playback. Despite these drawbacks, the soundtrack, particularly by mbwolf5, received special commendation for its creativity and appeal.
- “The game itself is gorgeous, the soundtrack is soothing, and I overall really enjoyed it!”
- “I also appreciated how each zone has its own variation of music—it adds a nice touch to the atmosphere.”
- “Special shoutout to the soundtrack by mbwolf5, the music is fantastic!”
- “Most of the background music is too quiet, including the boombox music, which is a shame because it absolutely slaps.”
- “The music randomly stopped playing and resumed after a while, and the car had some 'interesting' physics (often got launched into objects and fell out of the world or the camera went crazy).”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The game is free to play and does not include microtransactions, but players express disappointment over the lack of clear communication regarding its multiplayer options, which are limited to split-screen or lag-prone Steam Remote Play.
- “It's free with no microtransactions.”
- “The game offers a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game provides plenty of content without requiring any purchases.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's high replayability, noting its swift pace and engaging humor, which contribute to a charming and enjoyable experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “The replayability is fantastic, with each playthrough offering new surprises and challenges.”
- “I love how the game encourages multiple runs; every time I play, I discover something new.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes it so enjoyable to replay, keeping the experience fresh.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The linear storyline and repetitive gameplay mechanics severely limit replayability.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's charming art direction and character design, highlighting that these elements contribute positively to the overall character development experience.
- “The game itself is extremely cute; I love the art direction, character design, and world design.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight that the distinct musical variations in each zone significantly enhance the game's atmosphere, contributing to a more immersive experience.
- “I also appreciated how each zone has its own variation of music—it adds a nice touch to the atmosphere.”