Womb Room

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Womb Room is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Bearded Eye and was released on April 4, 2016. It received negative reviews from players.

"Womb Room" is a surreal, atmospheric exploration game where players delve into a mysterious and ever-changing temple. The game features cryptic puzzles, abstract storytelling, and a unique art style. Players must navigate the temple's winding corridors, unearth hidden secrets, and confront their own fears and desires in order to uncover the truth behind the enigmatic womb-like structure.

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Audience ScoreBased on 104 reviews

humor10 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept that could have been entertaining if executed properly.
Some players found it amusing and enjoyed the dark humor presented in the game.
There are multiple outcomes based on player choices, which can provide a sense of variety.

The game is currently non-functional, with critical text elements displaying as 'NULL' due to a broken online service.
Gameplay is extremely limited, consisting mainly of walking through doors with no clear objectives or meaningful interactions.
Many players reported technical issues, including crashes and graphical errors, making the game unplayable.

humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Womb Room" is characterized by dark and absurd elements, primarily revolving around dead baby jokes and schadenfreude, which may appeal to those seeking a lighthearted, albeit crude, experience. While the game offers quick, repetitive gameplay with humorous text, its comedic value may diminish after a few plays, making it best suited for players with a taste for irreverent humor. However, those sensitive to such themes should approach with caution.
- “The idea of 'Womb Room' is to follow a person's life through the stages between birth and death, read funny text, rinse and repeat.”
- “For people who want a funny experience, sure.”
- “If you just want a cheap, dumb pile of schadenfreude mixed with awful and funny events described to you after picking a door like the game show 'Let's Make a Deal' and don't mind spending less than a fecal matter-tastic Starbucks latte on a laugh, then by all means pick this up.”
gameplay
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The gameplay has been criticized for its lack of clarity and coherence, with users expressing confusion over the mechanics and noting that pressing the escape key abruptly ends the game. Many reviewers assert that there is no substantial gameplay to engage with, advising potential buyers to reconsider if they are seeking a traditional gaming experience.
- “The gameplay goes as follows.”
- “There is no actual gameplay in this game.”
- “If you are expecting gameplay, do not buy this.”
- “The product is presented with mechanics that I still do not understand today.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with users reporting frequent crashes and significant graphical errors regardless of settings. Many players advise against purchasing the game if they are seeking next-gen graphics, as the overall performance and visual quality appear to be severely lacking.
- “The game runs fine, but recently when I tried to run it, I experienced several graphical errors.”
- “The graphics don't even work, and I have no idea what I'm doing.”
- “If you want next-gen graphics, do not buy this.”
story
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it for lacking depth and continuity, resulting in a short experience with minimal plot development. However, others appreciate the unique storytelling approach, finding it engaging enough to revisit despite its brevity.
- “So you choose your life and just enjoy the story of it.”
- “Unique story game that I will come back to play!”
- “There is zero attention paid to the very core reason this game exists - a contiguous life story.”
- “The game is very short and has very little to no plot, and with most of my outcomes, my character would be dead before the teenage years.”
- “There is zero attention paid to the very core reason this game exists - a contiguous life story.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been widely criticized, with users describing it as horrible and noting that the ambient sounds do not enhance the experience. Overall, the audio elements seem to detract from the gameplay rather than contribute positively.
- “Horrible music and ambient sounds.”
- “Horrible music and ambient sounds.”