Lonely House

this could be a quick cozy game to enjoy, but in its current state it lacks content and clarity for the player.

I finally played Lonely House after playing the demo over a year ago, and while I do really like the visual style, I don’t feel much more inspired by the full version than I did from that demo. I'm marking this as a positive recommendation but if there was an option for something in the middle it would firmly be in that category. The game has a really nice look, and the graphics run smoothly, which makes it pleasant to sit with and build in. I can see the appeal if you enjoy small diorama-style building games with a slightly grungy, urban feel. HOWEVER I found myself wanting a lot more objects and clutter to help give the builds more personality. There is a huge section for graffiti and wall light art, which is cool, but when I wanted to make something like a rooftop garden or fill out balconies, the options felt quite limited. More large wall pipes, general clutter, broken wall decals, trash bags, hole in the ground, and more rooftop details would really help sell that lived-in, gritty atmosphere. The balconies in particular felt a little empty, and I wanted more ways to make each area feel used, messy, abandoned, or personal rather than just decorative with a chair and table. There's a few bar signs but lacks any - bottles and glasses for the tables. Overall, I like the style and the idea behind Lonely House, but compared to other diorama games I play, I’m not sure I could realistically get much play time out of it in its current state. It has a solid base, but I’d love to see more decorative variety and environmental clutter added to give builds more character. Want to see what I made? https://youtube.com/live/7lTikCM1ygs?feature=share