Side Hustle: Survive the Android Processing Center

8/23/2026, 8:04:14 PM

Release date: 3/27/2026

Tags: #horror #dystopian #psychological-horror #loot #atmospheric #economy #walking-simulator #adventure

User Reviews

Score: 69%Mixed
Review Count: 13 reviews
Fetched At: 8/23/2026, 8:04:14 PM

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¥ 470 (JPY)

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$3.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

Side Hustle is a short (~1 hour) horror adventure game where players work in an Android Processing Center, earning credits through recycling and disassembly to achieve citizenship in the City of Light. It features a dyst

Who this is for

Embark on a grueling job at the Android Processing Center in Side Hustle, a short yet intense horror adventure where you'll earn credits for citizenship in the City of Light. Recommended for those who enjoy unique world-building and psychological pressure.

Details

Overview

Welcome to the 'Side Hustle' program, a unique horror adventure where players step into the role of a worker at a specialized Android Processing Center. This isn't your typical job; it's a grueling five-day cycle of recycling and disposal, all in the pursuit of earning enough credits to achieve the coveted citizenship of the City of Light. The game blends elements of horror, dystopian themes, and psychological unease with a focus on hard labor and the ever-present temptation of procrastination.

Highlights

This is a short (~1 hour) horror adventure game developed and published by theJameskrik, focusing on themes of recycling and hard labor.
Players can earn credits by selling 'Tetra-Mat,' a special high-density matter container, and by disassembling defective androids for parts.
The game offers a deeply atmospheric experience, emphasizing solitude and psychological horror within its dystopian setting.

Who It's For

Side Hustle is designed for players who enjoy atmospheric horror experiences with a unique twist. If you're looking for a short, intense game that explores themes of dystopian labor, psychological dread, and the quiet desperation of a bleak future, this title might be for you. Fans of walking simulators with a strong narrative and unsettling ambiance will also find something to appreciate here.

Game Info

Developed and published by theJameskrik, Side Hustle was released on March 27, 2026. It supports English, Italian, and Spanish (Spain) languages. The game is categorized as Horror and Adventure, with tags that include Dystopian, Psychological Horror, Loot, Atmospheric, Economy, and Walking Simulator. It is a multiplayer title and supports Steam Family Sharing. The game is rated for all ages, with no specific content descriptors noted.