We Become What We Behold [Fan-Made Port] (2019)

We Become What We Behold [Fan-Made Port] cover

Developer: Mismatch Studio, Nicky Case (Originally)
Publisher: Mismatch Studio
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 6,635 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 8 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A brief, satirical clicker that feels like a tense social experiment in amplifying division through media.

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What players say

Players describe this as a very short game, around five minutes, that delivers a pointed commentary on how media profits from conflict. The twist ending shocks many, and the core mechanic of being told that peaceful shots are 'boring' is widely noted.

Screenshots

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