Lifelike

About

Lifelike casts you as Leo, a teen caught in the chaos of a small town overrun by rogue appliances. This 2D RPG mixes turn-based combat with narrative choices as you navigate Greenbury, Ohio, battling sentient toasters and rebellious lamps. The game leans into physics-inspired mechanics where electricity and magnetism shape encounters, forcing you to adapt tactics to each quirky foe. Exploration drives progression, with dialogue and environmental clues figuring out the mystery behind your grandfather’s failed experiments. The game’s charm lies in its absurd premise and tight episodic structure, balancing dry humor with heartfelt moments. Community reviews highlight its creative combat and brisk pacing, though some note the story leans heavily on tropes. With a 78% Metacritic score, Lifelike appeals to fans of tactical RPGs with a bite-sized, offbeat twist. Its blend of strategy and lighthearted worldbuilding makes it a quick but memorable jaunt through a town where appliances have unions and grudges.

Storyline

LIFELIKE is a vibrant episodic 2D RPG that blends exploratory, narrative driven gameplay with action-command combat inspired by electromagnetism! Pesky living appliances have taken over! Following the sudden death of Nathan Weeks, a local appliance store owner known for mysterious magic experiments, once docile household appliances now rule the rural streets of Greenbury, Ohio. Rumor had it, Nathan had been trying to create something called a Lifelike… A magical being in a robotic body comparable to a human. ...But everyone knows that’s impossible! Play as Nathan’s grandchild, Leo, a tired teen who’s been falsely blamed for the mess in town. Trounce toasters, lamps, and any other foe that gets in the way as Leo responds to a weird call for help at the condemned appliance store.