The WereCleaner

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Welcome to Howlin' HugsThe WereCleaner is a stealth-comedy game about cleaning messes and fighting your own instincts. Explore an ever-expanding office space and master an arsenal of gadgets to clean the office of messes, accidents... and the carnage of your own ongoing rampage.Features One unique and interconnected game world, filled with secret routes and handcrafted details A dynamic NPC syste…

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  • Windows
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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,423 reviews
gameplay312 positive mentions
grinding15 negative mentions
  • gameplay537 mentions

    The gameplay of "Werecleaner" is characterized by its charming and simple mechanics, allowing players to engage in a unique blend of stealth and cleaning as a werewolf janitor. While the game is relatively short, averaging around one hour, it introduces new mechanics throughout, keeping the experience fresh and enjoyable. Players appreciate the cute art style, humorous narrative, and the satisfying challenge of achieving high scores and completing collectibles, making it a delightful indie gem worth trying, especially given its free price point.

    • “The gameplay is simple, but fun to play.”
    • “The gameplay loop is simple, but endlessly fun.”
    • “Werecleaner is an incredibly charming game that mixes satisfying gameplay with adorable visuals.”
    • “The gameplay is very much subpar and even though the game is a short one, it still managed to overstay its welcome.”
    • “The problem comes when it impacts gameplay; I literally cannot finish some of the stages because there is such a short time limit.”
    • “I know everyone loves this game but no, at least 2/5 of the mechanics in this game are useless for 70% of the game; the premise is cool, the story is cool, but the gameplay is lacking.”
  • story463 mentions

    The game's story is generally praised for its engaging and humorous narrative, despite being relatively short, typically taking around 30 minutes to an hour to complete. Players appreciate the clever environmental storytelling and character dynamics, particularly between the protagonist, Kyle, and the night guard, Daryl, which add depth to the gameplay. Overall, the combination of cute art style, dark humor, and a simple yet effective plot makes for a charming experience that leaves players wanting more.

    • “I loved the story and art style.”
    • “The story itself did an excellent job of 'show don't tell,' with your character (Kyle) finding a backstory to your company as you clean.”
    • “The story is cute, funny, and at one point a little scary, even!”
    • “It took me about 45 minutes to complete the main story and another 45 minutes to achieve 100% completion.”
    • “The only 'bad' thing is that the story is a bit short.”
    • “While the story is short, the gameplay alone is enough to keep you coming back to perfect each run.”
  • graphics458 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cute art style, reminiscent of titles like Animal Crossing. Players appreciate the delightful character designs and polished visuals, which effectively blend a whimsical aesthetic with darker themes, creating a unique and engaging experience. Overall, the art style is considered a standout feature, enhancing both the gameplay and storytelling elements.

    • “The art style is so cute and I really like the mechanic of stealthily going around and cleaning.”
    • “The graphics are charming and the controls are easy to get the hang of.”
    • “The art style is adorable and the gameplay is polished and smooth - the levels are challenging to complete if you want to get all of the stars... and the story is humorous!”
    • “The graphics are quite decent.”
    • “The small bits of gore were a bit shocking for such a cute art style, but they were done sparingly.”
    • “It lagged for the first few minutes; it needs some kind of optimization, lower graphics settings, or give itself more time to load.”
  • humor365 mentions

    The humor in "The Werecleaner" is widely praised for its clever blend of dark comedy and cute aesthetics, with players enjoying the absurdity of a werewolf janitor cleaning up after his own messes. Many reviews highlight the game's funny dialogue, charming characters, and the juxtaposition of lighthearted visuals with gruesome themes, creating a unique and entertaining experience. Overall, the game is described as a delightful mix of humor and engaging gameplay, making it a standout indie title.

    • “It brilliantly combines dark humor, simple mechanics, and the quirky concept of cleaning up after a werewolf.”
    • “A delightful little gem with engaging mechanics, loads of creative charm and humor.”
    • “The humor and quirky style keep it fun throughout, balancing the cute art style with darker, bloodier elements in a playful way.”
  • music116 mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising its catchy and fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. While some noted occasional repetitiveness, the majority found the music to be charming, enjoyable, and well-composed, contributing significantly to the game's whimsical atmosphere. Overall, the combination of delightful music and cute art style creates a captivating and engaging gameplay experience.

    • “The music in this game is insanely good, the art and animations are amazing as well, the gameplay is very nice (even though I suck at stealth games) and it's free!”
    • “Incredibly fun, charming game with very well composed music.”
    • “The art style is adorable, the music is super catchy and fits really well.”
    • “The music can be repetitive.”
    • “Not a fan of the music used; otherwise, no reasonable complaints!”
    • “And the music kind of sucks.”
  • replayability44 mentions

    The game is widely praised for its high replayability, driven by achievements, collectibles, and the challenge of perfecting levels. While it is relatively short, players find themselves returning to improve their scores and complete various challenges, making it engaging despite its simplicity. Overall, the replay value is a significant highlight, encouraging multiple playthroughs for completionists and casual players alike.

    • “This game is fun, has high replay value, and I absolutely sobbed at how cute the peanut butter cookie collectible is.”
    • “It's just the right level of challenging, and retains replayability by offering opportunities to perfect levels and obtain the many badges available.”
    • “Fun, humorous, and with just enough of that challenge and replayability to make you want to go back and keep chasing 100% on each mission.”
    • “Not much replayability unless you want the achievements.”
    • “My only real problem with it is that it doesn't have much replayability after you 100% it and lack that motivation to touch it afterwards, but it could be fixed with a simple addition!”
    • “Sadly there really isn't any replay value; nonetheless, it's definitely worth playing for a bit.”
  • emotional34 mentions

    The game masterfully blends cute aesthetics and dark humor, creating an emotional experience that is both heartwarming and unsettling. Players appreciate the endearing story and engaging gameplay, which evoke genuine feelings despite the underlying themes of violence and trauma. Overall, it stands out as a surprisingly touching indie title that leaves a lasting emotional impact.

    • “It's got a cute, eye-catching art style that brings levity to gore, simple and accessible gameplay, music that perfectly captures the frantic atmosphere, and most compelling of all, an endearing story with a heartbreaking twist.”
    • “It isn't a masterpiece of the century, but it is so genuinely touching in a way that shouldn't have been possible to do in the hours that I played it.”
    • “This game goes hard, it's cute, mechanically dense, challenging, it has a genuine emotional arc, it's only a half hour long and it's literally free, nobody on the planet has an excuse to not play this.”
  • grinding20 mentions

    Overall, players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game. While some find the grinding for achievements enjoyable and fun, contributing to replayability, others feel that certain levels can become tedious or monotonous, particularly during difficulty spikes. However, many agree that the game's design keeps the experience engaging, making the grinding feel less like a chore and more like a rewarding challenge.

    • “100%'ing the game isn't tedious, and you'll get most of the achievements naturally, and most really don't make you go out of your way.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Time isn't that much of a problem; it could definitely be a little longer, and the difficulty spike on Saturday is terrible. The last level is the worst; it's not that it's too difficult, it's just monotonous. One of the worst mistakes you can make is a boring, tedious, and long boss level.”
    • “It feels a little tedious.”
  • atmosphere14 mentions

    The atmosphere of "The Were Cleaner" is a unique blend of playful and dark elements, combining a cute art style with engaging gameplay and a compelling story. Players appreciate the game's ability to balance levity with moments of gore, enhanced by fitting music that complements the overall experience. This charming yet eerie ambiance creates a cozy and inviting environment that encourages replayability.

    • “Sure to bring a fun experience to all who enjoy a peaceful yet exciting gaming atmosphere.”
    • “It's got a cute, eye-catching art style that brings levity to gore, simple and accessible gameplay, music that perfectly captures the frantic atmosphere, and most compelling of all, an endearing story with a heartbreaking twist.”
    • “The art style is really funny and jarring, the mechanics are fantastic and challenging, and the whole atmosphere always reels me back in to replay the whole game again.”
    • “Design of characters looks really like Animal Crossing, and the atmosphere of the game feels really sweet.”
    • “It all meshes together to produce a coherent and cozy atmosphere that welcomes you into the werecleaner's dark puzzledom.”
  • character development13 mentions

    Character development in the game is highlighted by its adorable and visually appealing character designs, which are complemented by a simple yet engaging storyline. While some reviewers noted that the cutscenes may feel somewhat barebones, the contrast between the cute aesthetics and darker themes adds depth to the characters. Overall, players appreciate the creativity and charm of the character designs, expressing a desire for more content and character options in future updates.

    • “Absolutely amazing game, adorable character design and great story!”
    • “I love the character designs and how wonderful they all look.”
    • “Best game, good story, very good character design and animation even the office rooms decoration is very detailed.”
    • “It might be a bit too clean and simplified for some; the cutscenes especially feel a bit barebones at points. There is a clear and purposeful irony between the chibi character design and the comical gore throughout the game.”
    • “While I may be a furry, I just can't stop gushing over all the cute little character designs, whether they are 3D models or part of the 2D cutscenes.”
    • “Cute character designs, simple story.”
  • optimization6 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some players find it fun and well-optimized, others report consistent performance drops and a lack of graphics and optimization settings. Additionally, issues with Steam cloud sync have been noted, and there are calls for more performance options to accommodate older PCs.

    • “Is a bit shorter than I expected, but fun nonetheless and highly optimized too.”
    • “Speaking of the challenges in the game, getting 5 stars makes the game into an optimization and routing puzzle.”
    • “I guess the only thing I do kind of want is maybe some performance options since for the simplicity of the game it can be hard to run on some older PCs (maybe it's just Unity).”
    • “The only issues I've had with the game are that it seems somewhat poorly optimized for the style it's in (I experienced drops at consistent moments of 12 and 20 FPS), and the Steam Cloud sync doesn't seem to work properly (I tried between PC and Steam Deck, and the Steam Deck did not show my PC save).”
    • “I guess the only thing I do kind of want is maybe some performance options since, for the simplicity of the game, it can be hard to run on some older PCs (maybe it's just Unity).”
    • “It's good; I just wish it had more graphics and optimization settings.”
  • stability6 mentions

    Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, particularly on Linux and the Steam Deck, with users reporting minimal glitches and a smooth gameplay experience. While some mention minor issues with controller support, the game is generally free of major bugs or clunky mechanics, contributing to its charm.

    • “The game runs great on Linux (and the Steam Deck).”
    • “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs during my playthrough.”
    • “The performance is consistently smooth, even during intense moments.”
    • “Controller support is a bit buggy.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The game is praised for its completely free access with no hidden monetization, microtransactions, or ads, positioning it as a refreshing alternative to pay-to-win models. Players appreciate its commitment to a fair gaming experience without the pitfalls of loot boxes or additional costs.

    • “Moreover, it's totally free and there are no hidden monetization schemes inside.”
    • “Together, we shall weather the storm of microtransactions and loot boxes, standing tall against the tide of pay-to-win villains like noble knights in a digital crusade.”
    • “A game that I still cannot believe is completely free in price, and free of ads.”
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