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The Supper

Much like a fine meal, The Supper leaves players craving more when all is said and done. Though it feels more like an appetizer than a full course, what is present here hits all the right notes for the point-and-click genre.
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99% User Score Based on 2,673 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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The Supper is a single player action game with fantasy, mystery and violence themes. It was developed by White Blanket Games and was released on January 28, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The Supper is a short adventure game about the darkest side of the human soul. Ms. Appleton was always a wellspring of kindness, until The Voice started talking to her.

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,673 reviews
story506 positive mentions
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  • Beautiful pixel art with detailed and charming animations
  • Atmospheric and fitting soundtrack enhancing the creepy yet cozy vibe
  • Strong and emotionally impactful storytelling with an unexpected wholesome twist
  • Short, concise gameplay that perfectly fits the story without overstaying its welcome
  • Simple but clever puzzles that complement the narrative well
  • Highly polished for a free game, offering a satisfying bite-sized experience
  • Very short playtime may leave players wanting more content
  • Puzzles are quite easy and may lack challenge for experienced players
  • Some minor bugs and interface issues noted, such as clipping and occasional confusion in puzzle logic
  • story
    871 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is widely praised for its intriguing, dark yet heartwarming narrative, delivering a compelling Lovecraftian and horror-tinged experience in a concise 20-30 minute playtime. Players appreciate the clever plot twists, emotional depth, and the way the story is seamlessly integrated with the gameplay and pixel art, creating a memorable and immersive atmosphere despite its brevity. Many wished the story were longer, highlighting the strong storytelling and unexpected, bittersweet ending as standout elements.

    • “The creator(s) did a really well to tell a good story in limited time.”
    • “This game has a rather disturbing plot with a sorrowful backstory but a surprisingly wholesome ending.”
    • “The story is really interesting and the ending really really good.”
    • “The animation is smooth but there is noticeable clipping in a few places, the puzzles are just interesting enough although there is a lack of interesting interactions (aside from one instance I can think of, all other incorrect combinations just get you a shrug), and finally the story goes for a twist but I found it unsatisfying because instead of being revealed throughout the game it's just explained to you at the end.”
    • “Found the last puzzle a bit obtuse, and the ending is needlessly expository for such a straightforward story (look, it’s basically Sweeney Todd, I’m not spoiling anything that isn’t obvious from reading the game description), but hey, it's free.”
    • “Short game, terrible graphics, awful story line.”
  • graphics
    304 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's pixel art graphics are widely praised for their unique, charming, and atmospheric style that perfectly complements its dark, quirky, and spooky narrative. Reviewers highlight the high-quality, polished visuals with cozy yet unsettling aesthetics, capturing a creepy-cute vibe reminiscent of classics but with a fresh horror twist. Though the game is short, its art direction, character design, and use of lighting contribute significantly to a memorable and immersive experience.

    • “The pixel art style is beautiful, creating a mood that is both charming and unsettling.”
    • “The worldbuilding, aesthetic, and vibes are off the charts in terms of polish and quality for this size of developer, not to mention its charm, heart, (dark) humor, and spooks.”
    • “Beautiful, retro-inspired pixel graphics and soft-lit backgrounds give 'the supper' a cozy, sort of nostalgic feel ('cozy gore' should be an official genre), while an ambient track helps tie the gameplay together.”
    • “The graphics could also be improved, and the fisherman should have had its sprite set to front so that it didn't bug out with [spoiler] the ship's cellar.”
    • “Short game, terrible graphics, awful story line.”
    • “- The little text there is in high res font which feels weird combined with low res game graphics.”
  • music
    194 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric, haunting, and fitting qualities, perfectly complementing the pixel art and macabre themes. Many reviewers highlight its ability to create a spooky, immersive ambiance that enhances the emotional impact of the story. The soundtrack is considered a standout feature, with some players even listening to it outside the game.

    • “Octavi Navarro's The Supper is a free point-and-click puzzle adventure featuring lovely (if gory) pixel art, some genuinely cool animations, atmospheric music, and a surprisingly heartwarming ~20 minute story.”
    • “Similarly, the excellent string-and-organ heavy soundtrack manages to feel sometimes light and sometimes deeply ominous while still retaining a cohesive identity.”
    • “The music, the characters, the sprites, the story, and the absolutely magnificent imagery, all work really well together to make a game I can easily recommend.”
    • “The art direction toes the line between the disturbing and the silly in the same sort of way the slow, plodding background music is offset by bright generic video game noises.”
    • “The music is decent (if a bit much at times), the writing is clever, the gameplay is enjoyable (but very simple) and art is....well, it's pixel art, but it's damn decent pixel art.”
    • “I really liked the pixel art and background music, but the gameboy-like "victory" sound effect clashed with the rest of the atmosphere.”
  • emotional
    165 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players praise "The Supper" for its unique emotional blend, delivering a short, creepy point-and-click experience that masterfully balances dark, disturbing themes with a surprisingly wholesome and heartwarming ending. Many found the story deeply touching, often evoking strong emotional reactions such as tears, highlighting its effectiveness in combining horror, humor, and heartfelt moments within just 20-30 minutes of gameplay.

    • “This game has a rather disturbing plot with a sorrowful backstory but a surprisingly wholesome ending.”
    • “It's a short game, but the plot and the ending are both creepy and heartwarming, in the best way.”
    • “It’s a short ride, but it’s tight, well-paced, and wraps up with a surprisingly emotional twist that gives the horror a bit of heart.”
  • atmosphere
    125 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its rich, dark, and unsettling yet often cozy and charming vibe, created through beautiful pixel art, immersive music, and eerie sound design. Reviewers highlight its unique blend of creepy and heartwarming tones, making the short experience emotionally engaging and haunting. Overall, the atmosphere stands out as a key strength, deeply enhancing the storytelling and player immersion.

    • “The atmosphere created by the art and music is what sold it the most.”
    • “With its gorgeous pixel art, atmospheric soundtrack, and quietly unsettling story, this free gem leaves a lasting impression.”
    • “The atmosphere, the balance of creepy and weird as well as cute and wholesome, the beautiful art and music, it's all great.”
    • “I really liked the pixel art and background music, but the Gameboy-like 'victory' sound effect clashed with the rest of the atmosphere.”
    • “Not difficult at all, game consists of simple fetch/combine actions, but superbly weird character designs and music provide a thoroughly unsettling atmosphere, and the final reveal of the story is rather effective, tying lots of the aspects of the world together, especially given the short length and lack of a full narrative or plot.”
    • “It's also very harmonic and created a creepy atmosphere with the dark tones and still managed the welcoming warmth with what light it gives.”
  • gameplay
    111 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a straightforward, classic point-and-click style with simple, mostly easy puzzles that focus on exploration and inventory use. While not particularly challenging or lengthy—typically around 15 to 30 minutes—it offers a smooth, intuitive experience that complements the engaging story and charming pixel art. Overall, it provides a satisfying, bite-sized adventure ideal for puzzle and narrative fans seeking a brief, polished game.

    • “Gameplay is well-designed and intuitive with a satisfying payoff.”
    • “The gameplay is simple but effective, focusing on exploration and puzzle-solving that steadily builds toward a chilling conclusion.”
    • “Amazing small game, with great lore, interesting and creative gameplay, and a cartoony yet kind of terrifying vibe.”
    • “The art style was cute and I liked the concept of this game, but it really did not explain its mechanics well and the execution could have been better.”
    • “Gameplay is straightforward, but only does the bare minimum to keep you interested.”
    • “From a gameplay perspective, none of the puzzles are particularly difficult (although a couple did briefly stump me), but I still found most of them clever.”
  • humor
    76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its blend of dark, twisted, and quirky comedy that complements the eerie and emotional story, creating a unique and atmospheric experience. Players appreciate the subtle and well-integrated jokes, reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures, which balance the macabre and heartfelt elements perfectly. Overall, the humor enhances the charm and depth of the game, making it both funny and memorable despite its short length.

    • “The supper walks the dark humor line perfectly throughout the game with each joke adding to the game's puzzles, story and overall atmosphere.”
    • “The graphics are grim, but fitting, and in connection with the dark humor that is sewn and seen throughout the game they make the entire experience feel genuinely atmospheric.”
    • “The absurd humor in it reminded me of the days of good old games like Monkey Island, so that was nice aesthetics.”
  • character development
    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely praised for its unique, quirky, and artistically distinctive character designs that blend charm with unsettling, grotesque elements, enhancing the overall atmosphere. Despite its short length, the characters and their animations contribute significantly to the narrative impact and player engagement. Many reviewers highlight the creative and polished art style as a standout feature that elevates the storytelling and mood.

    • “The artstyle, the character design, the story, the twists, it's all I could ask for in a point and click game, and all that for free.”
    • “Character design and gameplay are both disturbing yet perfectly capture a cartoonish quality that encourages the player to complete tasks in creative ways.”
    • “The most notable aspect of this game was its incredibly polished and stylized art style with charming, quirky and unique character designs.”
  • grinding
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the game somewhat grindy, with some describing it as requiring extra effort or time for grinding, though it is considered a lighter grind compared to more demanding games.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “Too grindy.”
  • replayability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is a short, charming experience lasting about 30-40 minutes with minimal immediate replayability. While it offers a pleasant way to spend a brief period, its limited content and lack of incentives reduce the desire for multiple playthroughs, though waiting some time before replaying can slightly refresh the experience.

    • “No immediate replay value but a good way to kill 15/20 minutes and if you leave it long enough you'll be able to replay it without immediately knowing what to do.”
    • “Want easy and replayable game and a great story?”
    • “The game takes around half an hour max to clear, and there is no replayability.”
    • “Cute but sad little story game, not really replayable and took me 37 minutes to play it twice.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without any bugs or performance issues. Users appreciate the seamless experience that complements its engaging art style and narrative.

    • “No bugs or performance issues were experienced.”
    • “The art style is pretty, the game runs smoothly and the narrative leaves you wanting more :) I really liked this short heartwarming dark story, and if you haven't played it yet, give yourself like 20 minutes and try it out :D”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report stability issues including frequent glitches and bugs that impact the overall gameplay experience, indicating a need for improved performance and bug fixes.

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The Supper is a action game with fantasy, mystery and violence themes.

The Supper is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 30 hours playing The Supper.

The Supper was released on January 28, 2020.

The Supper was developed by White Blanket Games.

The Supper has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

The Supper is a single player game.

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