Lifeform Zero (2024)

Developer: Sins of Succubus
Publisher: Mango Party, Mango Party News
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 517 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow-burn narrative experience where you manage the research and care of a mysterious alien egg, with an underlying sense of dread and moral weight.

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What players say

Players describe it as a short pet-raising game where you hatch and care for an alien girl, praising the cute character and sound design but noting the gameplay is repetitive and animations could be better. Opinions split on value: some say it is worth it on sale while others find the grind padding a downside.

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