You Deserve
- August 19, 2016
- TGA Company LLC
- 6h median play time
Get on Steam"You Deserve" is a physics-based puzzle game where players help a character named Mr. Box reach his goal. Players manipulate various objects and environments to create paths for Mr. Box to follow, avoiding obstacles and solving puzzles along the way. The game features a unique art style and challenging levels that will test players' problem-solving skills.
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Reviews
- The game has a strong anti-bullying message that resonates with players.
- Some players found the atmosphere and music to be memorable and engaging.
- At a low price point, it offers some entertainment value and can be a fun experience for those who enjoy indie horror games.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay and progress.
- The graphics and voice acting are often described as poor, detracting from the overall experience.
- Gameplay is repetitive and tedious, with poorly designed puzzles and a lack of clear objectives.
- story66 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The story of "You Deserve" has received largely negative feedback, with many players finding it poorly written, predictable, and lacking depth. While it attempts to address themes of bullying and psychological struggles, the execution is criticized for being ambiguous and unengaging, often overshadowed by technical issues and subpar voice acting. Overall, the narrative fails to leave a memorable impact, leaving players disappointed with its potential.
“Anyways, 'You Deserve' is an indie horror game with an ambiguous story that centers on bullying.”
“One of the creepiest games I have ever played, the story is incredible.”
“The story is decent and from what I have gathered so far, you are a troubled young woman with psychological problems which is causing her to experience the events in the game.”
“The story of 'You Deserve' is horrible, there's no other way to put it.”
“You're at first not aware of what's happening, but very quickly you pick up on what's going on with notes scattered throughout which are incredibly poorly written and barely expand the story whatsoever.”
“With cheap graphics and animations, stiff and terrible controls, terrible voice acting, poor choice in sound and music; and an ambiguous story with a direct, yet pointless message, this game can basically be classified as 'shovelware.' Nothing memorable and only put out in the market just to deliver a simple message and make easy cash.”
- gameplay34 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious, buggy, and poorly executed, often comparing it unfavorably to other horror titles. While some appreciate the atmosphere and puzzles, they criticize the lack of consistency in mechanics and frequent glitches that detract from the experience. Overall, the game is seen as a low-cost option that may provide some entertainment, but it struggles with significant gameplay issues.
“I have to applaud some parts of the gameplay.”
“It's simple both in graphics and gameplay, but the atmosphere remains intact.”
“First of all, the game is not perfect, but each moment I played it, I can say it's ingenious. The puzzles, the ambience, the graphics are nothing outside this world, and the gameplay might be a tad choppy, but all in all, I can say that it's a great game for the value. You'll get no lost hours, fun, and some chills through your spine. I'll be recommending this to many of my friends and also bought a couple of gifts for some more!”
“It's take on bullying is horrible, gameplay is boring and tedious and just everything about it sucks.”
“After 1.6 hours of playtime, most of which were spent tearing out my hair and sitting there in absolute shock at the horror that passes for gameplay, I'm gonna have to say #nope.”
“The 1000th awful first person amnesia clone indie 'horror' daddy's-first-unity game, which is of course full of grammar errors, nonreactive menus, laggy gameplay (despite playing with a GTX 1070) and being too buggy to even finish the first objective.”
- graphics28 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as "horrible," "cheap," and "bland." While a few players noted that the atmosphere is effective despite the graphical shortcomings, the overall consensus is that the visuals are uninspiring and detract from the gaming experience. Some comparisons to other titles suggest that those who appreciate low-budget horror aesthetics might find some value, but many consider the graphics to be a significant flaw.
“Lovely graphics and it seems to have a nice storyline.”
“Graphically speaking, if you appreciate games like 'Amnesia,' you might appreciate this game as well. Not saying it is just like it, but it acts similarly... sometimes a bit too dark.”
“First of all, the game is not perfect, but each moment I played it, I can say it's ingenious. The puzzles, the ambience, and the graphics are nothing short of extraordinary. The gameplay might be a tad choppy, but overall, I can say this game is a great value. You'll get no lost hours, fun, and some chills down your spine. I'll be recommending this to many of my friends and also bought a couple of gifts for some more!”
“With cheap graphics and animations, stiff and terrible controls, terrible voice acting, poor choice in sound and music; and an ambiguous story with a direct, yet pointless message, this game can basically be classified as 'shovelware.' Nothing memorable and only put out in the market just to deliver a simple message and make easy cash.”
“The graphics are bland, uninspiring, and horrible.”
“Bad graphics, bad gameplay, and really uncomfortable mouse-oriented controls.”
- music22 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many users finding it unfitting and poorly chosen, particularly during critical moments like chase sequences. While the main menu music is noted as decent, the overall soundtrack is described as forgettable and lacking in quality, contributing to a perception of the game as low-effort or "shovelware."
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The main menu music is pretty good, I'll give them that... but that's just about it.”
“I remembered the music, locations, and the voice of the main character after a long time.”
“The music is incredibly unfitting; one of the tracks used when you're chased sounds like it came out of Crash Bandicoot, and the other music is just as bad.”
“Otherwise, not much music going on here and mostly poor choice in music.”
“With cheap graphics and animations, stiff and terrible controls, terrible voice acting, poor choice in sound and music; and an ambiguous story with a direct, yet pointless message, this game can basically be classified as 'shovelware.' Nothing memorable and only put out in the market just to deliver a simple message and make easy cash.”
- stability16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by severe stability issues, including numerous bugs, glitches, and lag that significantly hinder gameplay and enjoyment. Players report problems such as unresponsive menus, erratic character movement, and the need to delete game registries to resolve achievement issues, leading to an overall frustrating experience. Many reviewers express disappointment, suggesting that the game feels unfinished and unpolished.
“This is a buggy, horrible mess.”
“Overall: an unpleasant, horrible, buggy, typical modern game that will suck the soul out of you and make you wonder what the hell happened to the survival horror genre.”
“The 1000th awful first person amnesia clone indie 'horror' daddy's-first-unity game, which is of course full of grammar errors, nonreactive menus, laggy gameplay (despite playing with a GTX 1070) and being too buggy to even finish the first objective.”
- atmosphere14 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is a standout feature, effectively creating tension and engagement despite its reliance on dark environments and minimal lighting. While some players criticize it for being a typical indie horror walking simulator, many appreciate the well-crafted ambiance that enhances the experience, even if certain gameplay mechanics disrupt immersion. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for its ability to evoke fear and provoke thought, making it a notable aspect of this debut indie title.
“It's mostly a walking simulator with some light puzzles thrown into the mix, but its tense atmosphere does manage to grab and keep your attention and interest.”
“The atmosphere is very well made, the game has decent puzzles, and it does make you think twice before entering certain areas a bit further into the game.”
“It starts off as your standard amnesia-a-like but it fails completely to build an atmosphere.”
“You instantaneously 'teleport' into a crouching position, and it quickly takes you out of the atmosphere and flow of the story.”
“Generally, I would gripe about this release being 'yet another indie horror walking simulator that relies on you being blind and deaf', which it is to an extent given just how dark the game is and the fact that there's only one section where you get a flashlight, but the atmosphere is extremely well done for a debut release from an indie company.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is perceived as incredibly tedious, particularly in the context of key hunts, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players feel that the game can be completed without excessive grinding, the majority find the gameplay boring and repetitive, negatively impacting their enjoyment.
“I don't mind key hunts in horror games, if there's a bit more to do, but this game makes this process incredibly tedious.”
“The gameplay is boring and tedious, and just everything about it sucks.”
“Incredibly tedious gameplay.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with users reporting frequent lag and overall poor performance. Many feel that the lack of proper optimization detracts from the gaming experience.
“The game isn't optimized very well either... laggy at times.”
“The game is also very poorly optimized, if it was optimized at all.”
“I feel that the performance strongly deserves a mention!”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely characterized as unintentionally hilarious, with players finding amusement in moments that may not have been intended to be funny. This aspect adds a unique charm, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the experience.
“The game is unintentionally hilarious, with moments that had me laughing out loud.”
“I found the humor to be unintentionally hilarious, making the gameplay even more enjoyable.”
“The humor in this game is unintentionally hilarious, adding a unique charm to the experience.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a strong skepticism regarding the game's ability to address real emotional issues, with some users questioning the developers' intentions in providing wholesome entertainment for children facing social difficulties. Overall, the emotional impact is viewed as lacking authenticity and effectiveness.
