There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension

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"There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension" is a Point&Click comedy adventure that takes you through unexpected video game universes in 3D graphics that are flat and pixelated. Solve riddles with the help of a hint system, and prepare for motion sickness-free bug-filled journey, shorter than an MMORPG.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,135 reviews

humor1.4k positive mentions

grinding45 negative mentions

The game features clever and creative puzzles that challenge players to think outside the box.
The humor and writing are engaging, providing a fun and entertaining experience throughout.
The story is surprisingly emotional and well-developed, adding depth to the gameplay.

Some puzzles can be overly obscure or frustrating, leading to reliance on hints.
The pacing can be slow due to unskippable dialogue and cutscenes, which may detract from the overall experience.
Certain chapters, particularly the Free2Play parody, can feel tedious and drag on too long.

humor
1,464 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension" is widely praised for its clever, meta-commentary and fourth-wall-breaking style, often drawing comparisons to classics like "The Stanley Parable." Players appreciate the witty writing, engaging voice acting, and a mix of absurdity and heartfelt moments that keep the experience entertaining. However, some find the humor hit-or-miss, with certain jokes feeling repetitive or forced, but overall, the game is celebrated for its unique charm and ability to elicit genuine laughter.
- “This point-and-click comedy puzzle game is packed with clever humor, unexpected twists, and brilliant genre-bending mechanics.”
- “The humor is on-point, too, especially to anyone well-versed in computers.”
- “This game is brilliantly funny and uniquely creative, offering an experience like no other on the market.”
- “But there isn't much gameplay - pun intended - anyway: most of the time you'll 'watch' an unskippable cutscene (but since it's pixelated and sparingly animated, you mostly listen to boring, unfunny dialogue).”
- “One moment there's a really cool (surprisingly) emotional moment, but it's cut abruptly by jokes and quite frankly unfunny characters.”
- “Not clever, not funny and no surprises, your typical point-and-click game.”
story
1,202 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension" is widely praised for its engaging narrative, clever humor, and emotional depth, often surprising players with its unexpected twists and heartfelt moments. Many reviewers highlight the effective integration of storytelling with puzzle-solving, creating a unique experience that blends comedy and sentimentality. While some found the pacing uneven or the story occasionally cliché, the overall consensus is that it offers a rich and entertaining journey that enhances the gameplay.
- “The story is just amazing!”
- “The story, gameplay, characters, everything is just well put together and thought out.”
- “I didn't expect much for a story in this non-game, and I was pleasantly surprised by the story I got, which ended quite different from what I was expecting.”
- “You'd be bored out of your mind the whole time, the story is so lame you can totally foresee everything that's going to happen next and every chapter is exactly the same as the one before.”
- “The plot sucks and gets really repetitive real quick.”
- “The story bogged down the whole thing and the cutscenes were super long and unbearable.”
gameplay
499 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this point-and-click comedy puzzle game is characterized by its clever humor, innovative mechanics, and engaging puzzles that often require out-of-the-box thinking. While some players appreciate the unique blend of genres and the narrative-driven experience, others find the gameplay repetitive or lacking in challenge, with a significant focus on dialogue and cutscenes that can disrupt the flow. Overall, it offers a mix of fun and frustration, appealing primarily to those who enjoy meta-commentary and humor in gaming.
- “This point-and-click comedy puzzle game is packed with clever humor, unexpected twists, and brilliant genre-bending mechanics.”
- “The puzzles and gameplay are incredibly well-thought-out; stuff like this requires a pretty impressive amount of planning.”
- “The gameplay lets me forget the time and made me laugh.”
- “It is a very well-assembled computer program that has no gameplay whatsoever.”
- “If you want to be bored with the gameplay and annoyed by the writing, play this disappointment.”
- “There is no reason to play this non-game as there is no gameplay.”
music
321 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in this game, particularly Gigi's song, has received widespread acclaim for its emotional depth and catchiness, often compared to iconic tracks like "Still Alive" from Portal. Reviewers praised the atmospheric soundtrack, which complements the game's narrative and gameplay, with standout moments that evoke strong feelings. While some tracks were noted as less memorable, the overall consensus is that the music significantly enhances the experience, making it a highlight of the game.
- “✅ Excellent voice acting and atmospheric soundtrack.”
- “The music is so well produced, the commentary on games was hilarious and it ended up having a very sweet story.”
- “That song (you'll know when you get there or if you played it) almost brought me to tears, one of the greatest game songs ever, would pretty much put it on par with 'still alive' from Portal, it's that damn good.”
- “The music is mostly just serviceable background noise up until you get to the part where you get two vocal tracks in fairly quick succession.”
- “There's no good soundtrack, cause there's none.”
- “The music didn't seem to be diverse enough or exciting enough to support such a long game.”
emotional
217 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is frequently highlighted by players, who describe it as a surprising journey filled with heartfelt moments that often lead to tears. Many reviews note the effective blend of humor and emotional depth, with players expressing unexpected attachments to characters and being moved by the story's twists and poignant themes. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to evoke a wide range of emotions, making it a memorable experience that resonates long after playing.
- “And then as you progress, the story will suck you in, and you will find yourself on a journey of unexpected twists and turns and you'll end up getting emotionally involved.”
- “I never expected the classic puzzle game to turn into a story-driven emotional masterpiece, but here we are.”
- “It was an emotional rollercoaster, especially chapter 6; prepare some tissues for that.”
graphics
179 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming pixel art style, vibrant colors, and overall visual appeal, which effectively complement the game's humor and storytelling. Many reviewers noted the impressive polish and attention to detail, with some highlighting the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic adventure games. While some critiques mention simplicity, the graphics are generally considered a strong point that enhances the overall experience.
- “The pixel graphics are amazing!”
- “Graphics look great, soundtrack is awesome, most of the puzzles are interesting and the idea is great in my opinion.”
- “The graphics are cute and cartoonish, matching the vibe nicely.”
- “If you enjoy games like Superliminal and The Stanley Parable, but wish for a 90s aesthetic that is barely visible on modern screens (only 3 resolutions supported and the highest is not even a third the width of mine?!), then this is the game for you.”
- “Some of the puzzles are really hard, the graphics aren't that great, and it's not a game you can play many times.”
- “It's terrible mind-numbing gameplay, mediocre graphics, and worst of all, it's not funny.”
grinding
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and repetitive, often leading to frustration as they navigate through drawn-out cutscenes and puzzles. While some sections start strong with humor and cleverness, many reviewers note that the enjoyment diminishes significantly as the game progresses, with the grinding becoming a chore rather than a fun challenge. The lack of engaging rewards for completing tasks further exacerbates the feeling of monotony.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “I'm sorry but some of these sections are so tedious waiting for characters to act out cutscenes where you know exactly what's going to happen, then repeating almost the exact same sections later.”
- “The game just got tedious after a couple of hours.”
- “The first two chapters are amazing and very clever, but as the game goes on, the puzzles just get more and more tedious, primarily due to the narrator constantly interrupting the game to voice out loud what you just did seconds ago and making jokes that simply did not work for me.”
replayability
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is generally considered low, with many players noting that it lacks significant content to warrant multiple playthroughs. While some mention the appeal of achievement hunting and the enjoyment of revisiting the game's humor and puzzles, most agree that the experience is short-lived, typically lasting around 4-6 hours. A few players find limited replay value in exploring different outcomes or secrets, but the consensus leans towards minimal replayability after the initial playthrough.
- “Great game and great replay value (even though I know nothing has changed, I still keep coming back to play it).”
- “For those interested, the Steam achievements were paced out perfectly and greatly added to a sense of achievement throughout the game, while also leaving just enough to enhance the replayability factor.”
- “While replayability seems like it wouldn't be great, it's full of cool achievements you can go back and get, which once again require you to be observant and clever.”
- “This game is pretty good, well written, good puzzles, interesting and fun story. The only problem is that after your first time finishing the game, the replayability is not very fun because of the lack of things to do differently.”
- “My only issue would be the lack of replay value and that unskippable cutscenes made achievement hunting kind of painful.”
- “It's not a very long game and has little to no replay value, but I base my review on the quality of the content.”
stability
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is highly inconsistent, with many users reporting frequent glitches and crashes that disrupt gameplay. While some players experienced a smooth, bug-free experience, others encountered significant issues that detracted from their enjoyment. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a mixed bag, with a notable presence of unintended glitches alongside some intentional comedic elements.
- “Cute and funny puzzle game, well designed, runs great on the Steam Deck.”
- “No bugs, no glitches (well...), and most importantly, no crashes.”
- “I have found no glitches (well, non-intended ones), and the graphics are very good.”
- “The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs/glitches.”
- “There were a lot of glitches and the game crashed right after it finally started.”
- “If you know what is good for you, you will not buy this, and if you buy it anyway, you will find you cannot play it, and if you try to play it, it's got glitches and it blatantly rips off every decent game that's ever been made.”
monetization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its lack of traditional monetization methods like battle passes, DLC, and microtransactions, while others criticize the presence of ads, loot boxes, and a parody of free-to-play mechanics that can detract from the experience. Although in-game purchases are available, they are deemed non-essential for enjoyment, highlighting a design focused on fun rather than aggressive monetization. Overall, the game offers a refreshing break from typical free-to-play models, but some players found the parody elements and ads to be annoying.
- “There is no battle pass, no DLC, no microtransactions, no grind!”
- “The user may make in-game purchases to facilitate their progress, but this is absolutely not mandatory, as the game has been perfectly designed for fun and easy play from the very first minutes.”
- “You can even find some criticism of the industry about in-game microtransactions or the route that all the free-to-play games seem to be taking.”
- “For example, like so many other meta-parodies, this one will also take a stab at free-to-play monetization - and it'll probably be exactly what you expect.”
- “This product contains loot boxes, unskippable ads, pop-up ads, and obnoxious wait timers.”
- “The chapter about microtransactions and free-to-play games was nearly obnoxious enough to make me stop playing.”
atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its excellent voice acting, atmospheric soundtrack, and engaging visuals that enhance the storyline. Reviewers note a balance between light-hearted humor and emotional depth, with clever meta elements contributing to a unique and immersive experience. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as both fun and touching, making it a standout feature.
- “Excellent voice acting and atmospheric soundtrack.”
- “It's really well done, but makes sure to keep the atmosphere light-hearted and even makes fun of itself from time to time.”
- “Great fun, good difficulty, nice variety, great atmosphere, visuals and sound - nicely done!”
- “Tends to rely on a bit of meta or just weird solutions, but that's just part of its atmosphere.”
- “Some parts were quite tricky to get past, but the general atmosphere is hilarious and the ending (especially Gigi's song) was very touching and cute.”
- “Those are really big shoes to fill, but this definitely takes the cake with its art style, gameplay, and atmosphere.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its impressive voice acting and character performances, contributing to a charming and emotionally engaging experience. Users report no significant issues with performance or bugs, indicating a stable and well-executed presentation. The blend of humor, narrative, and artistic elements enhances the overall enjoyment, making it feel like a cohesive piece of performance art.
- “Very impressive performance!”
- “From the amazing voice acting performance to the small details, this game just oozes charm.”
- “The humor, the puzzles, the performance of the characters, it all wraps up in a perfect game that doesn't even exist.”
- “It is up for debate as to whether it is a game, a love story, or a piece of performance art, quite possibly all three.”
- “I had no issues with performance or bugs, so there isn't much to mention regarding stability.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the beautiful character designs and clear voice acting, others criticize the writing as generic and lacking emotional depth, resulting in unconvincing character arcs.
- “The voice acting is crystal clear, and the character designs are beautiful!”
- “Very good character design; I just love it in general.”
- “Like... the jokes range from 'wry smile' to 'painful', and the rest of the writing is generic and rather boring—there's no convincing character development and little emotion in their lines.”
- “I certainly didn't enjoy the voice acting, character designs, and story.”

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