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About Do Not Feed the Monkeys
Do Not Feed the Monkeys puts you in the Primate Observation Club, a covert group that watches strangers—called “monkeys”—through compromised cameras. You are presented as the newest member, living in a run‑down apartment and tasked with observing without interference.
The title is a single‑player indie simulation that mixes strategy and voyeuristic storytelling. It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux and lists DualShock, DualSense, and partial controller support, alongside Steam Achievements, Trading Cards, and Cloud saving.
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Narrative premise
The description frames the player as a member of a shadowy Primate Observation Club that monitors dozens of strangers via surveillance cameras and compromised webcams. The narrative emphasizes privacy as a theme, labeling the subjects as “monkeys” and the act as voyeurism.
A core rule is explicitly stated: “Feeding the monkeys”—any interaction or interference—is prohibited. The text warns that breaking this rule may lead to chaotic outcomes described as “shit hitting the fan.”
- Focus on the observation aspect to stay within the game's stated rule.
- Reflect on the privacy commentary when interpreting what you see.
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Gameplay loop
The core loop consists of watching live feeds from the monkeys and analyzing the information gathered. The description encourages the player to “twiddle your thumbs” while the world continues, highlighting passive observation as the primary activity.
Players are presented with a choice between helping, extorting, exposing, or simply observing the subjects, the description details the prohibition on “feeding the monkeys” without spelling out specific interference mechanics.
- Take notes on patterns you notice; the game encourages analysis.
- Consider the presented moral choices as narrative framing rather than mechanical options.
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Controller support
The feature list includes DualShock Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, and Partial Controller Support. This confirms that at least some game functions can be accessed via PlayStation‑style controllers.
Partial controller support indicates that not every action is mapped to a controller, implying that some functions may require alternative input methods, though those methods are not enumerated.
- Test both DualShock and DualSense controllers to see which feels more responsive for the accessible actions.
- Observe which menu functions respond to controller input and which do not.
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Steam features
The game integrates standard Steam services: Achievements, Trading Cards, and Cloud saving. Achievements provide in‑game goals, while Trading Cards can be collected and traded on the Steam marketplace.
Steam Cloud is listed, meaning game data can be stored online. This allows progress to persist when reinstalling or launching the game on another PC under the same Steam account.
- Review the achievement list early to understand what the game tracks.
- Ensure Steam Cloud is enabled in the client to safeguard your observations.
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Platform availability
Do Not Feed the Monkeys is released for Windows, macOS, and Linux, providing access to a broad PC audience. No console platforms are mentioned in the official data.
The cross‑platform release suggests the interface is built for typical PC environments, supplemented by the controller support noted elsewhere.
- Confirm your operating system matches one of the listed platforms before purchasing.
- Linux users may wish to consult community resources for any distribution‑specific notes.
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