iHUGU: I Hug You (2017)

Developer: Kool2Play
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 16 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 17 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A gentle, feel-good memory game where you match characters to share hugs in a non-violent, family-friendly world.

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What players say

Players describe iHUGU as a short, casual memory game where you must not hug the same character twice in a day. Opinions are split on the controls, which some find unintuitive, and the monetization, with missions gated by a 12-hour wait and late-game goals that rely on luck. Several call it a decent mobile-style timewaster, though not worth the full price.

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