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There's no plot, no real objective, just you and poor old Buddy in this game.
Developer: Video Igrice
Antistress
Boys
- 4.7
- Score
There are days when I want an intense story or some strategic challenge... and then there are days when I just want to fling a ragdoll around and laugh. Buddy Relaxing Time is definitely made for the latter. The game is unapologetically silly - there's no plot, no real objective, just you and poor old Buddy, your endlessly patient test subject. Whether you're throwing him against walls, launching him into space, or pelting him with bananas (yes, really), the fun here lies in the freedom to experiment. It's not sophisticated, but it doesn't need to be. The exaggerated physics and over-the-top sound effects give it this chaotic charm that weirdly never gets old. Within minutes, I was laughing like a maniac while strapping rockets to his arms and watching him bounce around the screen like a pinball. What caught me off guard was the sheer amount of tools and items the game offers. From everyday kitchenware to flamethrowers and cartoonish explosives, there's a whole toybox of chaos to dig through. Some items are surprisingly creative, and part of the fun is just discovering what they do. I found myself setting up ridiculous contraptions - like dropping a piano after freezing Buddy in place, just to see if the timing worked. There's no real win condition, no scores to beat, but that sandbox feeling is part of what makes it addictive. You can spend ten minutes or an hour just messing around, depending on your mood. And while the graphics are simple and even a little rough around the edges, they somehow suit the tone perfectly. Honestly, the janky animations and blank stare on Buddy's face only add to the absurd humor. Would I recommend Buddy Relaxing Time to someone looking for deep gameplay or stylish polish? Probably not. But if you're just looking to unwind, laugh at something dumb, and enjoy a bit of virtual mayhem with no strings attached, this game hits the spot. It's strangely therapeutic in the way it lets you go wild without consequences. Sometimes you just need a game where nothing matters except how far you can launch a ragdoll with a spring-loaded boxing glove. And Buddy? He's always ready for more punishment, never complaining, never judging. In a weird way, that makes him one of the most reliable characters I've ever played with. Maybe that's why I keep coming back - because sometimes, we all need a little chaos that doesn't take itself seriously.
