Trash Story

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Trash Story is a single player action game. It was developed by KuKo and was released on May 29, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Trash Story" is a humorous kinetic novel following Andrew's bizarre journey after finding a mysterious box. With its eccentric art style, unforgettable voiceover, and crude humor, the game offers a short, entertaining experience filled with memes, easter eggs, and an unforgettable ending. Easy achievements are available for those who read through to the end.

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Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 189 reviews

story18 positive mentions

character development3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and chaotic narrative experience that some players find refreshing and entertaining.
It features a world-class score and a distinctive, albeit low-budget, visual style that adds to its raw personality.
Many players appreciate the abundance of achievements, making it appealing for achievement hunters.

The gameplay is minimal, as it is a kinetic visual novel with no choices or branching paths, which may disappoint those seeking interactivity.
The story is often described as bland, predictable, and filled with crude humor that may not resonate with all players.
Technical issues, such as crashing and poor graphics, detract from the overall experience, leading some to label it as a 'trash' game.

story
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
67%
9%
The story of "Trash Story" is a chaotic and subversive experience that blends dark humor with a mundane narrative about an ordinary man's life, marked by absurdity and a lack of traditional storytelling elements. While some players appreciate its unique, trashy aesthetic and comedic tone, others find it bland, predictable, and poorly executed, leading to polarized opinions on its value as a game. Ultimately, enjoyment of the story hinges on individual taste for unconventional and irreverent media.
- “Set against the mundane backdrop of an ordinary man’s life, the story kicks off with a mysterious box appearing at the protagonist Andrew’s doorstep.”
- “It's a fantastic, well-written story about a Russian man named Andrew and the difficult day he has encountering several different things... including a bear!”
- “The story was absolutely life-changing.”
- “Trash story is not a game, it's an e-book that's been dumped on Steam masquerading as a game.”
- “The plot was written under LSD or harder drugs.”
- “I must not recommend this video game attempt because there is no game, just click until the end, no interactions, no riddles, just a bad story that is not funny enough.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
92%
8%
The game's humor is characterized by its embrace of chaos, dark absurdity, and a trashy surrealism that appeals to fans of black humor and bizarre narratives. While some players find it hilariously entertaining and appreciate its low-brow charm, others criticize it for being overly simplistic or lacking genuine comedic value. Overall, it offers a mix of silly, vulgar, and unconventional humor that can be polarizing, with many enjoying its unfiltered, anarchic energy.
- “From the moment it begins, the game makes clear that it isn’t interested in convention or polish—instead, it revels in chaos, dark humor, and a sense of trashy surrealism that feels deliberately unrefined.”
- “But for those who appreciate black humor, bizarre non-sequiturs, and subversive indie games that operate on the fringes of good taste, this short narrative can feel like a refreshing dose of unfiltered creative madness.”
- “It had me laughing tears on how random this was... I mean the game (novel or story) basically bashes itself.”
- “I didn't laugh at all, but saying it's unfunny would mean I'm just not in on the joke.”
- “I must not recommend this video game attempt because there is no game, just click until the end, no interactions, no riddles, just a bad story that is not funny enough.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
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16%
The graphics of the game are described as intentionally low-budget and simplistic, contributing to its unique, scrappy aesthetic that aligns with its humor and storytelling. While some players appreciate the nostalgic art style and find it charming, others criticize it as "trash," indicating a polarizing reception. Overall, the visuals are seen as secondary to the game's strong narrative and audio elements.
- “Everything about Trash Story’s aesthetic is carefully designed to complement its grimy, low-brow sense of humor.”
- “The story is better than Detroit: Become Human and the visuals are better than real life.”
- “The artistic style of this game really brings me back to the times where a more simplistic view on graphics was taken, as a way to focus more on the development of characters and a good, solid platform.”
- “The game’s visuals and sound design are distinctive, albeit intentionally low-budget.”
- “This is a legit trash story with trash graphics and sound effects hahaha a game made only for fun.”
- “The little voice acting (I suspect by Kiko Self) is trash and the artwork... you guessed it; it's trash.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
28%
27%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with players praising its catchiness, humor, and overall quality, often considering it the standout feature. Many users express a desire for more music options, indicating that the existing soundtrack is enjoyable enough to warrant extended playtime. Overall, the soundtrack is frequently rated 10/10, highlighting its significant contribution to the game's appeal.
- “I really like the songs in the game, gonna annoy my flatmates with them for the next 2 weeks.”
- “Catchy, funny, and actually good music.”
- “A funny game with a great soundtrack and a funny story!”
- “But believe it or not, it is actually better than the purchasable soundtrack, which is utter trash (basically a guy screaming loudly into a microphone, so it even has some feedback).”
- “The story is stupid, but the background music and the audio effects are maybe the best part of the game.”
- “I love this game in every way; I love the soundtrack, I love the story, and I love the art style of this game, but the only thing I miss is the chance to choose from more options because it would get really crazy and I would spend hours on this game.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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The gameplay aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it as overly simplistic and akin to a visual novel with minimal interaction, while others praise its depth, innovative mechanics, and engaging writing. Overall, opinions vary widely, with some finding it a profound experience and others deeming it lacking in substance.
- “This story is very deep and I can relate to it in many ways. The audio is heavenly, the graphics are amazing, and I needed to get a new graphics card just to play this. The gameplay is the best on the market. This game is much more than a game; it's a way of life. The writing is so good I thought the story was real and I completely forgot about my entire life playing it. Still worth it though, 10/10.”
- “Truly a masterful game with brilliant writing, innovative gameplay, and a fun yet challenging rewards system.”
- “⚔ gameplay ⚔”
- “In terms of gameplay length, it’s very short.”
- “Trash story - horrible gameplay because it's basically a visual novel.”
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game elicits strong reactions, with some players finding it beautifully moving enough to cry, while others note a lack of character development that may limit deeper emotional investment. Overall, it balances humor with moments of emotional resonance, making it a memorable experience for many.
- “So beautiful I cried.”
- “Best game I’ve ever played; very funny and a little bit emotional.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is minimal, with little opportunity for emotional investment, suggesting that the game's focus may lie elsewhere rather than on deepening character arcs.
- “There's very little room for character development or emotional investment, but that doesn’t seem to be the goal.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “I found it hard to connect with the characters, as their arcs are predictable and uninspired.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the developers has been heavily criticized for relying on unethical practices, such as repackaging premade game templates and assets into low-quality products that are marketed as original games. This approach is perceived as a cash grab, with users labeling their offerings as shovelware and accusing them of exploiting others' work for profit.
- “These guys do nothing but copy premade game templates and game tutorials, fill out a few things, stamp out basic levels using the construction kit templates, slap on an asset-flipped set of sprites/assets, and dump them on Steam and into cheap, nasty shovelware game bundles as cash grabs.”
- “Trying to get paid for someone else's game templates and assets... at best, this is shovelware; at worst, it's a scam and cash grab.”
- “Kiko has shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab, through this account or through closely linked or alternate accounts (phoenixxx games, zemunbre, etc.).”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books tedious, likening it to a frustrating experience where progress is slowed by having to click through text at a snail's pace. Many express dissatisfaction with the excessive achievements that require additional farming after completing the main game, leading to a negative overall impression.
- “Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best... imagine the best novel you ever read, but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
- “Rate 1/10 because there were 5000 achievements that started farming after the game was completed.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”