Happy Game

 PC
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 18, 2022
    100
    A short, beautiful, wonderful-sounding nightmare, which is the most game by Amanita in the last few years and titles. Tested on myself and relatives.
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  2. WellPlayed
    Nov 5, 2021
    90
    Happy Game isn’t for the squeamish or those with any particular phobias, but anyone looking for a short horror experience a la Little Nightmares or something that isn’t just another first-person jump scare fest would do well to chase this one down.
  3. Everyeye.it
    Oct 27, 2021
    90
    Two very acidic, bloody and emotionally powerful hours, full of symbolism and meanings, which should possibly be experienced in a single, distressing session. Good night and sweet dreams.
  5. Multiplayer.it
    Oct 27, 2021
    88
    Happy Game is a new gem crafted by Amanita Design. It deserves to be played, even if you don't like adventure games.
  6. Vandal
    Oct 27, 2021
    85
    Happy Games takes us, ironically, to a dark, nightmare world where puzzles require gruesome solutions.
  7. Meristation
    Nov 1, 2021
    82
    Happy Game is the most enjoyable nightmare of this year. Amanita Design´s new gem is another great point and click adventure game in the personal Amanita´s style, with a superb horrific and macabre tone in this occasion.
  8. Edge Magazine
    Dec 2, 2021
    80
    Your trip through this powerful, horrible - and, yes, darkly comic - nightmare is the opposite of a drag. [Issue#366, p.116]
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  9. Eurogamer Italy
    Oct 31, 2021
    80
    Quotation forthcoming.
  10. GameOver.gr
    Dec 24, 2021
    70
    While the puzzle design is quite basic, the freaky atmosphere and the well known and indescribable art direction of Amanita Design are always good reasons to have a good, thorough look at any game they produce.
  11. Adventure Gamers
    Nov 12, 2021
    70
    Happy Game sends players on a shrieking, blood-soaked odyssey through the candy-colored hell within a young boy’s subconscious. Though it’s weakened somewhat by a less-cohesive third act, overall it’s a vivid interactive nightmare with a striking aesthetic and powerful narrative conceit.
  12. Shacknews
    Oct 27, 2021
    70
    Those looking for a short, unsettling stroll can find one with Happy Game. One thing to note about it is that it's a short romp, able to be completed in just a few hours. There's nothing that would make me want to revisit it, but I certainly can't fault it for what it is: a seasonal treat filled with tricks.
  13. ZTGD
    Nov 17, 2021
    65
    I’m not sure whether to recommend Happy Game or not. I think most people will be disappointed with its short play time and easier puzzles. Any fan of Amanita will definitely find joy in this new direction for the studio but will maybe be let down in comparison to past titles’ puzzles. In short, Happy Game is good, people should play it, but wait for a sale.
  14. New Game Network
    Nov 1, 2021
    63
    Despite the alluring and violent art, Happy Game is dragged down by simple and random puzzles, annoying screen flashes, and awkward interactions.

Awards & Rankings

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#71 Best PC Game of 2021

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 19 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 19
  3. Negative: 2 out of 19
  1. Kunray
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    This games art style is awesome.
    This is beautiful.
    Thank you Amanita Design!
  2. LouistheHelms
    Oct 3, 2022
    7
    It's unfortunate that I don't like this game more.
    Amanita is one of my beloved game companies. I adore Machinarium and Botanicula, and just    It's unfortunate that I don't like this game more.
    Amanita is one of my beloved game companies. I adore Machinarium and Botanicula, and just recently played through the Samorost series. So, seeing this game and playing it, I was so excited... and frankly, I was disappointed by the experience.
    The stylistic choices aren't without merit. I was surprised that Amanita pulled off a horror aesthetic as well as they did (to be fair, their other games had horror elements as well). Although, this game isn't necessarily scary, it just has a horror theme. I'd say this game is moreso a dream-like than a horror game, if that makes sense.
    Anyways, one thing I found disappointing was the simplicity of the puzzles. The puzzle elements in their previous games were, admittedly, frustrating at times. But this is a cornerstone of the point-and-click genre! So, to see how easy this game is, that only leaves us to judge it on its style.
    It's just a shame to experience this game that I highly anticipated, and be so thoroughly underwhelmed.    … Full Review »
  3. last_of_us
    Aug 13, 2022
    10
    i have been playing videogame from atari ( above 30 years ) & i dont enjoy new games. cuz most them are same. just high graphic
    but this    i have been playing videogame from atari ( above 30 years ) & i dont enjoy new games. cuz most them are same. just high graphic
    but this game? this game is amazing & creative
    i have never seen a dark game like this
    i really enjoyed it
    make sure play it D:
    this game deserve 100 not 81 meta    … Full Review »
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