Overview
Manual Samuel: Last Tuesday Edition is a darkly humorous, hand-drawn adventure game that puts players in an incredibly unique and challenging situation. After striking a deal with Death, the pampered rich kid Samuel is tasked with surviving for 24 hours by manually controlling every single bodily function. This isn't your typical adventure; it's a test of endurance and coordination where even the most basic actions become monumental tasks.
Highlights
- Unique Control Mechanic: The core gameplay revolves around manually controlling Samuel's breathing, blinking, and even his heart rate, alongside more complex actions like driving and working. This creates a hilariously difficult and engaging experience.
- Darkly Humorous Narrative: Players will find themselves in absurd situations as Death himself accompanies Samuel, offering commentary and likely exacerbating the chaos. The game leans heavily into its dark comedy roots.
- Co-op Fun: While playable solo, Manual Samuel also offers a local co-op mode, allowing friends to share the burden (and the laughs) of controlling Samuel's every move, making it a great party game.
Who It's For
This game is perfect for players who enjoy unconventional indie titles, dark humor, and a significant challenge. If you're looking for a game that breaks the mold and offers a truly memorable, albeit frustratingly funny, experience, Manual Samuel is a strong contender. It's also ideal for those who appreciate physics-based humor and local multiplayer fun.
Game Info
Developed by Perfectly Paranormal and published by Curve Games, Manual Samuel was released on October 14, 2016. It supports single-player and local co-op modes, featuring a distinct hand-drawn art style. The game is available in multiple languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Norwegian, Russian, Turkish, Japanese, and Chinese.
