Underplayed Gems

Life is Pointless (2019)

Life is Pointless cover
Developer
Will deManbey
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual
Rating
4.3 of 5, 94 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A minimalist, contemplative experience that feels like an endless loop of mundane tasks, tinged with dark humor and a philosophical weight.

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What players say

Players are divided on whether Life is Pointless is a clever meta joke or lazy shovelware. Some find deep meaning in its pointless key-pressing loop, while others see a cash grab that doesn't respect your time. The discussion section is often called more entertaining than the game itself.

Screenshots

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