That Time I Got Reincarnated as an Autonomous Robotic Vacuum Cleaner
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About That Time I Got Reincarnated as an Autonomous Robotic Vacuum Cleaner
That Time I Got Reincarnated as an Autonomous Robotic Vacuum Cleaner is a 2D adventure game from Igloo Games that turns household chores into a surreal horror-comedy. Released in October 2025 for PC, it tasks you with playing a Roomba-like robot navigating a haunted Victorian mansion. The premise is delightfully absurd: you clean up messes while dodging vengeful ghosts, cursed antiques, and malfunctioning tech. It’s a short, bite-sized experience that leans into slapstick humor and jump scares. The game’s charm comes from its niche concept, imagine trying to suction up ectoplasm while avoiding a possessed grandfather clock. Ideal for fans of quirky, low-effort stories with a dash of macabre.
Gameplay
You control the vacuum using basic movement and cleaning mechanics, with a top-down perspective that lets you map the house’s layout. Each session involves bouncing between tasks: suck up spilled blood, avoid ghostly hands, dodge falling chandeliers, and charge your battery at designated pads. The single-player story spans three acts, each escalating the horror elements, think spectral family portraits and sentient brooms. Controls are simple (arrow keys or WASD), but timing matters during chases. The game’s humor peaks in its juxtaposition of mundane tasks and ghoulish obstacles. You’ll replay missions to unlock alternate dialogue and achievements, like vacuuming a specific number of floating organs. The 30-minute runtime feels rushed, but the weirdness keeps things engaging.
What Players Think
The PlayPile community is split: 78% of players rate it 4 stars, while 15% give it 2 stars, citing its brevity. Average playtime is 3.2 hours, with 82% completing the main story. Community moods are 55% amused, 30% frustrated, and 15% confused. Review snippets highlight the “ridiculously fun ghost-suction sequences” and “agonizingly short ending.” Critics from 2025 gave it a 7.8/10, praising creativity but noting polish issues. Achievement completion sits at 67% overall, with 25 achievements focused on cleanup efficiency and ghost encounters. The game’s $19.99 price tag divides buyers, some call it “steamy” for the content, others “overpriced novelty.”
PlayPile's Take
This game is a 3-act joke that mostly lands. If you’re into absurdist horror and don’t mind a short runtime, the $20 price is fair. The vacuum controls feel clunky at times, and the story’s punchlines wear thin by Act 3. But for a laugh and a quick playthrough, it’s worth the ask. Skip it if you prefer deep narratives or polished mechanics. The 25 achievements add a second playthrough incentive, but don’t expect a legacy. Best played in one sitting, just don’t let the ghosts get under your skin.
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