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Review of Do Not Feed the Monkeys on PlayStation 4

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo Sep 2020
Cover image of Do Not Feed the Monkeys on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 24 Sep 2020
Genre: Adventure, Life Simulation
Developer: Fictiorama Studios
Publisher: Alawar Premium

Introduction

Ever wondered what it's like to be a voyeuristic weirdo sitting behind a computer screen? Well, buckle up, because "Do Not Feed the Monkeys" takes you on a delightful and slightly disturbing journey into the world of digital peeping Toms. Developed by Fictiorama Studios, this game ensures you maintain your social distance-at least from the living beings you're spying on. But be careful! You'll face challenges that will make even the hardest of gamers sweat. And no, I'm not talking about the new skincare routine you found on Instagram. Let's dive into the madness!

Gameplay

In this adventure simulation, you play as a poor squalor-dwelling amateur spy who monitors various live video feeds from your home computer. Sounds like a fun day job, right? Your primary skill lies in the careful management of your time while keeping your own life from becoming a dumpster fire. You get to observe the mundane lives of strangers-who mysteriously make weird choices, because, you know, human beings are just strange like that. The game is all about deciphering these bizarre behaviors, collecting information, and occasionally risking it all by directly interacting with your subjects. Spoiler alert: this might not end well! As you play, you must juggle health concerns (pro tip: junk food and late-night benders aren't great for your character), pay rent in a scummy apartment, and manage your dwindling sanity. Each action you take has consequences, so one wrong move could send you crashing back to square one, making this game more strategic than a chess match with a grandmaster playing blindfolded. The challenge lies not just in observation but in putting together clues. You have to be sharp, like a chef's knife ready to tackle that overly ambitious chopping board of life. The depth of strategy can be both entertaining and infuriating-just like watching reality TV where the biggest disaster could happen at any second. Watch carefully, because you also need to deduce connections that might not be immediately obvious! Is that sad guy in the corner actually plotting world domination? Probably. Maybe he just needs a better self-help book. Add all this together and "Do Not Feed the Monkeys" neatly fits into the challenging and cerebral category where strategy meets chaos. In short, your observational skills-coupled with swift decision-making-will be tested endlessly!

Graphics

Visually, the game is a beautiful blend of quirky and retro aesthetics. The graphics resemble a mix between pixel art and a cartoonish style. Think of it as what would happen if a newspaper comic strip and a 90s sitcom decided to join forces and create a bizarre lovechild. The UI is user-friendly, with a desktop that feels a lot like your own computer-aside from all the illegal monitoring, of course. Each surveillance feed delivers a unique and immersive experience that draws you further and further into the mental mess that is your character's life. The animations are reminiscent of classic adventure games, which is a lovely callback for those of us who remember days gone by when games were just floppy disks and imagination.

Conclusion

In conclusion, "Do Not Feed the Monkeys" is not for the faint of heart. It's a deeply engaging and humorous (yet often grim) simulation of voyeurism that will have you questioning your life choices as much as your character's. The challenge lies not just in overcoming in-game obstacles but also in deciding how deep down the rabbit hole you're willing to go while managing your poor, pathetic existence. If you fancy losing hours glued to your screen, deciphering the obscure clues of digital life, and making questionable moral decisions, this game is your new best friend. Overall, it earns a solid 8 out of 10 from me! Grab a snack, sit in your favorite gaming chair, and prepare to get lost in the wild world of not feeding monkeys (seriously, don't feed them)!

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