Adventure

Manual Samuel

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · IGDB

3.4

Users · RAWG

2016

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📅 Release Info

Release DateOctober 11, 2016

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🏷️ Game Details

Genres

AdventureIndie

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About this game

Manual Samuel is about the rich daddy’s boy Samuel, who hasn’t worked a day in his life. After an unfortunate encounter with a septic tank truck and Death, Sam is forced to live manually for 24 hours to be able to go on with his life. Breathe, blink, walk and simply exist for Samuel as he experiences the worst day of his life. QWOP meets Monkey Island in this hilarious narrative adventure game for the whole family (minus grandma and the kids).

Pros & Cons

Pros

Manual control of walking, blinking, and breathing shapes gameplay.
Absurd situations and slapstick humor define its comedic tone.
Hand-drawn art features expressive character animation throughout.
Local co-op lets players share awkward body-control challenges.
The comedic presentation includes energetic narration and character performances.

Cons

Manual controls can make challenges feel imprecise or frustrating.
Body-management tasks repeat throughout the campaign.
Juvenile, scatological humor may wear thin over time.

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