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Time Flies Debuts on Switch, PS5 and PC With Mixed Reactions to Its Life-Second Timer

Released with a 10% launch-week discount, the indie micro-adventure converts national life expectancy into seconds of gameplay to provoke reflection on mortality.

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Overview

  • The game measures each fly’s lifespan in seconds using average life expectancy based on the player’s country selection.
  • It presents a minimalist, monochrome environment with hand-drawn visuals and a buzzing-centric sound design.
  • Players race to fulfill whimsical bucket list tasks—like touching ants or flipping a remote—while avoiding hazards within a single lifespan.
  • Critics are split on its impact, applauding the emotional and philosophical depth while faulting the mechanics for feeling shallow.
  • The full experience spans roughly two hours, and limited replay potential persists despite occasional clock interactions that extend life.