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The Friends We Left Behind

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61%Game Brain Score
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89% User Score Based on 19 reviews

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The Friends We Left Behind is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Grant Marrs and was released on August 1, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

PLAY IMAGINARY FRIEND ASYLUM TO LEARN THE BACKSTORY! About the Game–MEET YOUR NEW IMAGINARY FRIENDS– In 1949, seven children mysteriously disappeared. Now it's 1977, and it's your job to investigate the last place they were ever seen: Hathmoore Children's Asylum. ⟫ DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO SURVIVE? ⟪ Brave the asylum haunted by the echoes of tortured children. Oh, and solve puzzles and snap…

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews
character development1 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions
  • The game features gorgeous designs and well-animated cut scenes that enhance the overall experience.
  • The voice acting is exceptional, with unique personalities that add depth to the characters.
  • The gameplay is engaging and offers a mix of challenge and fun, making it enjoyable for both casual and hardcore players.
  • The game is quite short, with some players finishing it in about 40 minutes, leaving them wanting more content.
  • Many players found the puzzles to be frustratingly difficult, often requiring specific actions that didn't always work as intended.
  • The story lacks depth and clarity, making it confusing for those unfamiliar with the lore from the previous game.
  • story
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as creepy and enthralling, with players expressing a desire for more depth and exploration of the characters and lore. While some found the story mode to be brief, it still sparked interest in the narrative, and the recent release of additional content has enhanced the overall storyline experience. Overall, the game is recommended for those seeking a quick horror experience, though it may not fully satisfy those looking for a rich narrative.

    • “The story is creepy and enthralling.”
    • “The story mode was kind of quick, but it was still fun and made me even more interested in learning about the characters and the lore!”
    • “Now that Asylum came out, I'm impressed it's scary and has a great storyline.”
    • “Although I wish it went more into the story, I can understand that even this was a lot to do.”
    • “Reading the letters and other stuff they give you to read doesn't really provide any ideas as to what the storyline is.”
    • “I recommend the game if you want a quick horror game, but if you want the game for the story, you might be disappointed.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is characterized by short levels that showcase unique character designs and mechanics, reminiscent of Five Nights at Freddy's with its stationary gameplay and light puzzle elements. While the brevity of the levels is seen as a drawback, the overall experience remains engaging and distinct.

    • “I came across this after watching some gameplays, so I was thankfully more familiar with the characters and bits of the story that related to it.”
    • “Short and sweet, it reminds me of FNAF with stationary gameplay revolving around very light puzzles to avoid being jumpscared, but it is its own thing.”
    • “The only thing I want to say about the game is that the levels are quite short, which is a shame because the characters have such unique designs and mechanics.”
    • “Short and sweet; it reminds me of FNAF with stationary gameplay revolving around very light puzzles to avoid being jumpscared, but it is its own thing.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a commitment to grinding, particularly in challenging modes like lethal mode, indicating that they find value and enjoyment in the repetitive effort required to progress.

  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the game features well-animated cut scenes, an interesting plot, and appealing character design, reviewers express frustration with the character development, feeling that the potential for deeper engagement is hindered by the game's difficulty.

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The Friends We Left Behind is a simulation game.

The Friends We Left Behind is available on PC and Windows.

The Friends We Left Behind was released on August 1, 2023.

The Friends We Left Behind was developed by Grant Marrs.

The Friends We Left Behind has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its character development but disliked it for its story.

The Friends We Left Behind is a single player game.

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