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The cooperative simulation game Scam With Your Friends launched in Steam Early Access on 16, quickly climbing to the top of the global charts. The title features a unique premise where players act as a fraudulent group posing as a call center, tasked with deceiving generative AI customers to meet daily revenue quotas.
Gameplay involves up to six players working together to extract gift card numbers or bank transfers from AI clients. Players must use voice or text input to manipulate these AI targets while simultaneously hacking into their computers to steal personal data. The experience includes unexpected events like police raids and power outages, alongside interactive office tools like printers and cameras.
User reception is currently 'Mostly Positive' with a 71% approval rating from 705 participants. Players praised the improvisational nature of deceiving AI and the humorous performance reviews provided by the in-game boss. However, critics highlighted significant technical flaws, including unstable servers, voice recognition errors, and poor optimization. Non-English speakers reported severe latency issues, and some users expressed concerns regarding potential subscription models or early service termination due to AI server costs.
As the game remains in early development, these technical hurdles necessitate future improvements to ensure a stable experience. The title continues to attract attention for its chaotic cooperative mechanics despite these ongoing performance limitations.
