Toilet Chronicles

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In "Toilet Chronicles," you're at a 2008 party and trapped in a public restroom, trying to escape while uncovering the truth. With multiple endings, strange dialogues, and puzzles, your choices will determine whether you'll make it out alone or with a new partner. The game contains outdated memes and sets the stage for upcoming free DLCs in this mysterious adventure.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,432 reviews

humor254 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is hilarious and offers a unique blend of humor and puzzle-solving, making it a fun experience.
Multiple endings and clever puzzles provide replayability, keeping players engaged.
The free DLC adds extra content, enhancing the overall value of the game.

The game is very short, typically taking less than an hour to complete, which may not justify the price for some players.
Some players found the humor to be hit-or-miss, with many jokes feeling stale or juvenile.
The gameplay can become repetitive, with trial-and-error mechanics leading to frustration after multiple deaths.

humor
256 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mix of dark, absurd, and toilet-based jokes, often drawing comparisons to titles like "The Stanley Parable." While many players found it genuinely funny and entertaining, some noted that the humor can be hit-or-miss, with a few jokes feeling repetitive or lacking depth. Overall, it offers a light-hearted experience filled with quirky references and amusing scenarios, making it a fun, albeit short, adventure for those who appreciate its unique comedic style.
- “You won't be squid-ing this escape game, definitely a hilarious plunge into sanitation!”
- “From reading cryptic notes to using axes and hand grenades in ways that would make your plumber faint, this escape room is equal parts hilarious and challenging.”
- “Toilet Chronicles is a hilariously scary game that will keep you entertained for a little bit.”
- “Too short, not funny enough, feels raw and incomplete.”
story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mix of clever humor and emotional depth, with multiple endings that can be both entertaining and thought-provoking. While some players found the narrative disjointed or lacking a clear conclusion, others praised its engaging plot and unique storytelling style. Overall, the story is seen as a highlight, though expectations regarding coherence and depth may vary among players.
- “This game's story brings a tear to my eye; this game and everything it has brought to my life is amazing. I will never forget this life-changing experience, 10/10.”
- “The story was gripping; it never felt dull.”
- “The storywriting and lore of this game is very intriguing.”
- “I want to avoid spoilers because without the story, this is an expensive meme game.”
- “On the downside, things are very disjointed and if you're expecting there to be any mystery or coherent story then you'll be disappointed, but manage those expectations and you'll be fine.”
- “Only thing I was let down by is the 'story' if you can call it that has no real conclusion but I think that’s part of the joke.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized by a bright and charming art style that combines simplicity with a comic aesthetic, enhancing the overall experience of the game. Reviewers appreciate the smooth performance and well-executed visuals, often highlighting the clever integration of humor into the design. Overall, the graphics receive positive ratings, with scores ranging from 7/10 to 9/10.
- “The graphics are nice and kind of comic looking, and I just love how smooth this game runs.”
- “The art style is really well done, and there's some pretty witty audible and written dialog.”
- “The graphics are bright and charming.”
- “The art style is really well done & there's some pretty witty audible & written dialog.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is mechanically sound but lacks a satisfying puzzle-solving experience, as progression often feels either too guided or reliant on random exploration. While some players appreciate the innovative aspects, the overall consensus suggests that it doesn't deliver a fulfilling sense of achievement. The gameplay rating averages around 6.5/10.
- “I like the game and the gameplay.”
- “It had revolutionary gameplay.”
- “The gameplay feels like it should be a puzzle, but progression is either explicitly spelled out for you or has to be achieved by random bumbling around; none of the progression made me feel like I had 'solved' anything.”
- “Gameplay - 6.5/10”
- “Mechanically, the game is fine.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the multiple endings that encourage replay, others find it lacking and not worth the investment. Many reviews highlight a lack of depth and direction in the plot, leading to a general consensus that the game offers limited replay value. Ratings for replayability average around 4.5/10, indicating a significant portion of players feel it falls short in this aspect.
- “Lots of different endings you can get, so it's highly replayable.”
- “Good for a quick laugh, but no replayability.”
- “No real replayability and I had hoped for more direction in terms of plot, but it is what it is.”
- “Replayability - 4.5/10.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report intense emotional experiences, with some expressing deep feelings of sadness that led to crying during gameplay. However, the game's progression mechanics are criticized for lacking a sense of achievement, which detracts from the overall emotional impact.
- “I cried in the bathroom for 30 minutes.”
- “The gameplay feels like it should be a puzzle, but progression is either explicitly spelled out for you or has to be achieved by random bumbling around, none of the progression made me feel like I had 'solved' anything.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere transitions from an initial eldritch-horror vibe to a quirky, comedic tone, creating a unique blend of humor, puzzle-solving, and horror elements. This unexpected mix contributes to an enjoyable experience, making it appealing to both fans and newcomers alike. Overall, the lighthearted atmosphere enhances the gameplay, ensuring a fun time for players.
- “The trailer and early game atmosphere seemed to suggest some sort of eldritch-horror type setting, but that quickly devolved into random wackiness.”
- “The comedic atmosphere mixed with the puzzle solving and horror aspects was a wonderfully unique blend of these genres that don’t usually happen.”
- “Overall, I would recommend this game if you are a fan of The Stanley Parable; the comedic atmosphere makes it hard to have a bad time while playing through this wonderfully wacky story.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as inoffensive and well-integrated, receiving a high rating of 9/10 from users. It complements the overall experience without being distracting, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Music & sound: 9/10”
- “Music & sound: 9/10”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability received mixed reviews; while some players experienced significant bugs that detracted from the experience, others noted that they encountered no major glitches and found the sound design acceptable. This disparity may be attributed to the game's status as a first-time project by a solo developer.
- “I was hyped to play because a toilet-themed horror game sounded funny, but it was super buggy and there was like no horror.”
- “Given that this seems to be basically a one-person, first game kind of deal, it looks fine. The sound design never stood out as bad or annoying, and I didn't encounter any major glitches or bugs.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Many users note that the game becomes increasingly grindy towards the end, suggesting that the repetitive tasks required to progress can detract from the overall experience.
- “Admittedly, I found it got quite grindy at the end.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users consistently express that the game's optimization needs significant improvement.
- “However, the optimization should be improved.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The monetization strategy in the game is criticized for being intrusive, featuring QR codes that serve as advertisements rather than puzzles, and prominently displaying DLC promotions throughout the gameplay. Additionally, the ending is deemed unsatisfying, as it not only lacks excitement but also pushes for a sequel.
- “It's super short but still manages to have a QR code that isn't actually a puzzle, but an advert, and an advertisement for DLC right on the main path. The ending points out how boring it is and advertises a part two.”
- “The game feels more like a cash grab than a genuine experience, with constant prompts to purchase additional content.”
- “I was disappointed to find that the game is riddled with microtransactions, making it hard to enjoy without spending extra money.”