SIMULACRA: Pipe Dreams
In SIMULACRA: Pipe Dreams, Teddy’s life further falls apart as he starts to forget some pretty important things… He finds messages that he has no recollection of sending, and often finds himself blacking out with huge gaps of time missing. And it all started after he downloaded this mysterious free game called “FlapeeBird”. It is up to you to help Teddy break free from the game’s unnatural hold over him.
A story that unfolds entirely on the screen of a mobile phone, play the game as if you are using one. With it comes a few returning simulated apps such as Jabbr and Surfr, while introducing a brand new one called “FlapeeBird”
FlapeeBird plays just like a real mobile tapping game, with its own scores and powers ups. it even shows you “Ads” which might come in handy if you need help in winning the game.
The story will be affected by the decisions you make in the game. What you say to Teddy will affect what actions he will take. Your choices you make while playing “FlapeeBird” will also determine your character’s fate.
Explore the greater mystery behind the SIMULACRA universe. What are these “SIMULACRA”? How is “Gateway 31” connected to them? Discover an intricate web of hidden messages, secret websites and mysterious phone numbers as you dive deeper into the lore and origins of this strange phenomenon.
Game Discussion
Steam User 3
played this on Android, now replaying on PC. engaging story and entertaining gameplay.
Steam User 1
this game asks a bold question:
what if flappy bird pooped everywhere and sucked the life out of you
truly an incredible premise for a horror game
Steam User 1
It may not be content-rich as the other two Simulacra games but it is still sure as hell good!
Steam User 1
Been a very huge fan of the Simulacra series for just over a couple years now. I had already played the first Simulacra before this one so my standards were quite high.
It should be mentioned if you're looking for a long story like the first Simulacra, you'll be disappointed. I think this is more so a spin off if anything.
I love how it dives into addiction, especially with video games as it's a relevant issue in our modern day. The feeling of validation, euphoria and excitement when beating a high score which causes addiction in some people especially when they're at their most vulnerable. As an example, when we learn everything is going wrong in Teddy's life such as his job, relationships and mental health. He mentioned he always turned to video games as it helped him with a sense of belonging.
I really do like the psychological horror aspect, it hasn't lost its touch from the first Simulacra, creepy jumpscares when you least expect it and those damn ads. It really does make you think and ask yourself questions such as:
"What am I really agreeing to when I hit "Accept" on Terms and Conditions pages? No one reads them." Hence the IRIS OS and "FlapeeBird" asking very peculiar questions and showing non stop ads.
It quite literally is the slogan, what if a game plays you? Certainly did, that damn bird game is irritating.
Overall, I really enjoyed my experience with SIMULACRA: Pipe Dreams and would definitely revisit this to 100% my achievements. If you're a thriller enthusiast, give it a go!
Steam User 0
I it add more to the story and lore but it can take a long to play but a good game in the simulacra world realy good for a free game
Steam User 0
This has probably the best humor of the series. Still scary but it's also very funny.
Steam User 0
This game is good .... but not for it being scary. Which is to be expected of the Simulacra franchise. There are jumpscares that got me, but I wouldn't consider this a scary game. The only reason I wouldn't recommend this is if you want a scary game, or if you think that joke-fake ads that you can skip are so unbearably annoying.
Simulacra games are games that are written to be scary and have a big meaning but are often times comedic instead, mostly due to the acting and the writing. What this is, is a free to play goof game. Up to you if that's your cup of tea, personally, I had a blast, it was really funny and honestly I like Teddy as a character. It's just a shame as you don't really hear much of him actually talking because the game is so short and like half his messages are possessed onto him. so he doesn't really get too much time to shine as a character, which is unfortunate because he's the main person you speak to throughout the game, the rest of the characters are just sidepieces you have like a few conversations with, like 2-3, only if you do specific interactions.