Trash Day Review Summary

A charming, funny co-op romp with adorable raccoons and great multiplayer, though it's short, easy, lacks replay value, and suffers from bugs and technical issues.

Fun and humorous co-op: Players consistently highlight the game as very fun, funny, and full of chaotic moments, especially when playing with friends. The silly tone and unintended comedy make it a go-to for laughter-filled sessions.

Great multiplayer experience: The game shines in multiplayer, whether with friends, partners, or random players, providing a fantastic co-op experience that fosters bonding and shared fun. It's often recommended for group play.

Adorable raccoon theme: The cute raccoon characters and their antics are a major draw, with many praising the charming aesthetic and the joy of playing as a raccoon. The concept of trash pandas collecting loot resonates strongly.

Chaotic fun with friends: The game excels at creating delightful chaos, from driving wagons off cliffs to general silly shenanigans. This unpredictability leads to memorable moments and lots of laughter.

Silly and humorous tone: The game's absurd humor and goofy premise—such as farting, dancing, and graffiti—create a lighthearted atmosphere that players find endearing and entertaining.

Game criticized as short: Multiple reviewers note the game is extremely short, finishing in about 3 hours. This low playtime is a common complaint.

Low replayability and challenge: Players report no real reason to replay and a lack of challenge, with achievements being the only incentive. This reduces long-term engagement.

Bugs and technical issues: Reviewers report various bugs including clipping, unknown errors during multiplayer, and a seemingly bugged item in the junkyard. Controller support is also wonky.

Second level overly difficult: The second level is described as unreasonably difficult, with specific issues like lack of cover and a forced detour. Some players get stuck for long periods.

Steam Deck optimization problems: The game runs on low graphics per the developer and lacks optimization for Steam Deck. This leads to a subpar experience on the platform.

Co-op with friends emphasized: Many reviewers highlight that the game is designed for cooperative play with friends, either online or locally. This social aspect is a core appeal, allowing bonding and shared chaos.

Play as raccoons: Players control raccoons, often with a wagon, enabling Tony Hawk-like stunts. This unique character choice contributes to the game's quirky charm.

Wagon stunts and hazards: The wagon can perform stunts and fall off cliffs, and is susceptible to hazards like geysers and cars. This creates dynamic and often comedic gameplay moments.

Farting and dancing: Players can fart and dance to music tracks, including a raccoon dance and rave scene. These actions contribute to the game's silly and lighthearted tone.

Multiplayer support: The game supports multiplayer sessions where friends can join. This feature enhances replayability and social interaction.

Steam Deck performance issues: Multiple reviews mention that the game does not run well on Steam Deck, with a lack of optimization and low graphics settings required. This suggests the Steam Deck version needs improvement.

Works great on Steam Deck: A review reports that the game works great on Steam Deck, providing a positive experience for some users. This contrasts with reports of performance issues.

Controller support is wonky: One review notes that controller support is a bit wonky, indicating potential issues with controller input. This could affect players using controllers.

Multiplayer with friends strongly recommended: The most frequent theme is that the game is best experienced with at least one friend or a group, with many clusters urging players to grab friends for co-op sessions. Playing multiplayer is described as more lively and is a core part of the intended experience.

Great value for the price: Multiple clusters mention the game is well worth its low price, offering a fun experience for a small cost. It is frequently described as a no-brainer purchase or an absolute gem for the money.

Cute and goofy co-op gem: Several clusters highlight the game's cute, goofy, and lighthearted nature, often in the context of playing as a raccoon with friends. It is described as a fun, silly experience that is easy to enjoy.

General high recommendation: Some clusters simply recommend the game without specific conditions, including a 10/10 endorsement. These positive but vague endorsements contribute to the overall favorable reception.

Not ideal for solo players: One cluster explicitly says the game is not suitable for solo players, but another notes it can still be fun solo. The overall sentiment leans toward multiplayer being the preferred way to play.

Game completion: 3.0h.

Session length: 3.0h.

Players overwhelmingly report immediate, cute, chaotic fun, especially in co-op or with friends; one detailed report notes it becomes boring after level 3, but this is a later drop rather than a delayed hook.

Social Co-op Chaos Player: Online co-op sessions with friends, causing chaos, wearing silly cosmetics, and prioritizing social fun over difficulty. Motivation: Shared laughs and chaotic bonding with friends or a partner in a cute raccoon co-op game. Stance: buy.

Solo Short-Adventure Completionist: Single-player campaign completion, optionally with friends, focused on low-commitment fun rather than long-term progression. Motivation: A brief, playful solo adventure that can be completed in one sitting. Stance: buy.

Replayability-Focused Co-op Skeptic: Co-op loot hunting, checking achievements, and judging level design, content depth, and solo viability. Motivation: Cooperative loot progression with enough challenge and replayability to justify continued play. Stance: sale.

Very short completion time: Multiple reviewers report the game is very short, with playtimes ranging from under 2 hours to around 5 hours, and many finish it in a single sitting.

Low price point: Many reviews highlight the game's low price, with costs under $20 or simply described as cheap and great value.

Similar to RV There Yet and REPO: Numerous comparisons highlight gameplay similarities to RV There Yet and REPO, often described as a mix of the two, though some find it significantly easier.

RV There Yet cameo easter egg: Reviewers mention an easter egg referencing RV There Yet, specifically a cameo of the RV from that game.

Raccoon-themed collect-a-thon: The game is described as a raccoon collect-a-thon, with 250 collectibles to gather.