Your amazing T-Gotchi!
- October 8, 2020
- Garage Heathen
Get on Steam"Your Amazing T-Gotchi" is a nostalgic game that brings the tamagotchi experience to a cute green anime girl. With a retro style and Gameboy-inspired color-scheme, players must feed, wash, and talk to their T-Gotchi to keep her alive and unlock unique endings. The game supports 7 languages and even offers a visit to The Forest Of Sycamores. Remember, your choices matter in this engaging simulation.
Reviews
- The game features a unique and intriguing concept that explores dark themes, making it a thought-provoking experience.
- The visual design and character aesthetics are praised for their charm and quality, contributing to the overall appeal of the game.
- Despite its short length, the game offers multiple endings and achievements, providing some replay value for players.
- The game is criticized for its brevity, with many players feeling that it does not justify its price due to the limited gameplay time.
- Players express frustration over the lack of meaningful choices, as the game often forces them into negative outcomes regardless of their actions.
- The overall tone and themes can be distressing, leaving players feeling uncomfortable or guilty about the experiences within the game.
- story39 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 82 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story is described as surface-level and lacking depth, often leaving players feeling unsatisfied and frustrated due to unresolved plot elements and a lack of meaningful choices. While some appreciate the darker themes and the potential for a more complex narrative, many feel that the game fails to deliver a conclusive or engaging storyline, ultimately making it hard to recommend. Despite its intriguing premise, the execution leaves much to be desired, with players yearning for more backstory and closure.
“A lot of walking simulators, for example, may have miserable gameplay experiences, but the story and exploration of the world is what keeps the player interested, engaged, and coming back for more.”
“However, the story behind your pet girl is much like an onion, a tale with many layers to peel away.”
“The story is well written; there's so much plot and potential, but it's very lacking because of the little closure to the story.”
“The gameplay, dialogue, and story are all intensely surface level, yet the plot would have you believe there is something more to it.”
“It constantly teases you with the idea of some larger story, but there's not enough there to justify not going deeper into it.”
“The story is well written, there's so much plot and potential, but it's very lacking because of the little closure to the story.”
- emotional15 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game elicits a mixed response from players, with some feeling a profound sense of helplessness and dread due to the lack of positive outcomes, while others appreciate the emotional rollercoaster it provides. Critics argue that the game fails to create genuine emotional investment through its one-dimensional characters and limited dialogue, leading to a sense of purposelessness. Conversely, some players find the experience deeply affecting, prompting them to engage creatively with the game's themes despite its bleakness.
“This game made me feel so many emotions; I loved it.”
“It was an emotional rollercoaster, and while at first I had hopes of giving her a happy or better ending, all (early) attempts ended in disaster.”
“The fact that a literal game made me feel crappy over a program with no good endings; you did an amazing job.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as short and surface-level, with a loop that allows players to experience the game in about an hour. While some find it engaging and relaxing, others feel it lacks depth compared to other titles, emphasizing that the experience relies more on story and exploration rather than traditional gameplay mechanics. Overall, it offers a unique but brief experience that may not satisfy those seeking extensive gameplay.
“The art is amazing and I love the gameplay; overall, it was a relaxing experience.”
“All in all, it was a very nicely done game, with good gameplay, various endings to explore, and it left you thinking about life, death, depression, and when things are completely out of our control.”
“I think ultimately games like DDLC and Needy Streamer cover a lot of the ground here more comprehensively in both a story and gameplay way, but the bluntness of T-Gotchi gives it a starkness in its disturbing parts.”
“The gameplay, dialogue, and story are all intensely surface level, yet the plot would have you believe there is something more to it.”
“There's only about an hour or so of gameplay and the gameplay loop is extremely short, so it doesn't take too long to see everything the game has to offer.”
“Not an actual Tamagotchi game, so I wouldn't recommend getting it if you're coming in with expectations of long-term gameplay of caring for a cute girl in a Tamagotchi.”
- music8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been noted for its melodic similarity to the piece "Aerosol" from the "Who's Lila" OST, creating a nostalgic and emotionally resonant experience for players. Many reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's ability to evoke strong feelings, particularly during significant moments like the martyr ending, and highlight its unique blend of 8-bit sounds that contribute to the game's overall charm. Overall, the music enhances the gameplay experience, adding depth and atmosphere to the narrative.
“The soundtrack is amazing and I enjoy the novelty of [spoiler] a game like this not really having any 'happy' endings.”
“Besides, when I heard that familiar music in [spoiler] the martyr ending [/spoiler], it's really complicated to describe how I felt.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their cute aesthetic and nostalgic 8-bit style, reminiscent of early portable consoles, which many players find appealing. The user interface is also highlighted as a strong point, contributing to an overall enjoyable visual experience, despite some concerns about the game's value relative to its price.
“It had a very good design for its intro screen and for its menus, all the buttons and options worked nicely for the game, and its whole greenish colors and style had a Game Boy/early portable consoles aesthetic, which was very cool for me.”
“That being said, it's got cute graphics, some cool 8-bit soundtrack and a kind of Tamagotchi feel to it, if you like that thing, except the girl begins to have spatial awareness as the days tick over.”
“The user interface is a delight, and I loved the visuals all around.”
“The cute graphics and different endings make up for the repetitiveness only so much after all.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is described as genuinely terrifying, primarily due to the tense situations it creates rather than relying on blood or jump scares. This focus on psychological fear enhances the overall immersive experience.
“The atmosphere is terrifying due to the situation and the environment, not just because of the blood and jump scares.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel intense and engaging.”
“The haunting ambiance creates a sense of dread that lingers long after you've put the game down.”
“The atmosphere is terrifying due to the situation, not just the blood and jump scares.”
“The game fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere, leaving it feeling flat and uninspired.”
“Despite the potential for a chilling environment, the atmosphere feels more generic than engaging.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and overly lengthy, drawing comparisons to Doki Doki Literature Club (DDLC) but noting that it is significantly shorter.
“The grinding feels endless and tedious, making the experience more of a chore than fun.”
“It's a repetitive grind that detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
“The amount of grinding required is overwhelming and takes away from the story.”
