Apartment Story is a short, dramatic thriller with life sim elements
Briefly

Apartment Story blends domesticity with a survival thriller, illustrating the anxiety of home invasion while highlighting a protagonist's relatable but frustrating naivety.
The shift from mundane life to existential threat in Apartment Story captures a profound sense of vulnerability that resonates with anyone who has felt unsafe in their own home.
Arthur's daily needs juxtaposed against the sudden chaos of an intruder create a tension that emphasizes the fragility of comfort in our private spaces.
The game's use of downtime to explore Arthur's domestic life juxtaposes the moments of danger, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that amplifies the narrative tension.
Read at Polygon
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