# Button City

> 2021 video game

**Wikidata**: [Q122370966](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q122370966)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/button-city

## Summary
Button City is a single-player indie video game released on August 9, 2021. Classified as a casual and adventure game, it is available on platforms such as Microsoft Windows, macOS, and PlayStation 5. The title supports digital distribution and features localization in languages including English, French, German, Japanese, and Latin American Spanish.

## Key Facts
- **Release Date:** August 9, 2021
- **Genres:** Casual game, adventure video game
- **Game Mode:** Single-player video game
- **Platforms:** Microsoft Windows, macOS, PlayStation 5; database records also list PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, and Nintendo Switch
- **Languages:** English, French, German, Japanese, Latin American Spanish
- **Distribution:** Digital distribution (Steam)
- **Review Scores:** OpenCritic Top Critic Average of 67/100 (based on 31 critics) and 44% Critics Recommend; CriticDB Rating of 64/100 (based on 11 critics)
- **Steam Application ID:** 1273750
- **Official Website:** https://www.buttoncitygame.com
- **OpenCritic ID:** 11796
- **MobyGames ID:** 169179
- **Instance Of:** Video game, indie game

## FAQs
**When was Button City released and on what platforms?**
Button City was released on August 9, 2021. It is available on Microsoft Windows, macOS, and PlayStation 5, with additional database listings indicating availability on PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, and Nintendo Switch.

**What are the gameplay characteristics and genre of Button City?**
The game is a single-player experience categorized as both a casual game and an adventure video game. It is designed as an indie title and utilizes digital distribution formats.

**How was Button City received by critics?**
Critical reception was mixed to average. OpenCritic reports a Top Critic Average of 67/100 (as of January 26, 2022) with 44% of critics recommending the title, while CriticDB holds a rating of 64/100.

**Which languages does Button City support?**
The game supports five languages: English, French, German, Japanese, and Latin American Spanish.

**Where can Button City be purchased or played?**
The game is distributed digitally, prominently via Steam. It can also be found on other platforms using specific product IDs, such as the PlayStation Store (concept ID 10002622) and the Microsoft Store (product ID 9mx3tdz572sg).

## Why It Matters
Button City represents the modern digital distribution landscape for indie games in the early 2020s, achieving simultaneous release across PC and console ecosystems. Its inclusion in major review aggregators like OpenCritic and Metacritic signifies its recognition within the critical establishment. The game's multi-language localization strategy (English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish) highlights a targeted approach to global accessibility, allowing it to reach diverse casual gaming audiences.

## Notable For
- Achieving an OpenCritic Top Critic Average of 67/100 based on 31 reviews.
- Holding distinct regional patch IDs for PlayStation platforms (PPSA03310 for the United States and PPSA04416 for Europe).
- Being listed in the GOG.com Dreamlist with the identifier "button-city-2021".
- Possessing a specific Steam Application ID (1273750) linked to both Windows and macOS platforms.
- Generating a specific "HowLongToBeat" entry ID (93369), indicating community interest in game completion times.

## Body

### Release and Platform Availability
Button City was released on August 9, 2021, as a digital download title. The game is developed as a single-player experience compatible with Microsoft Windows and macOS via Steam, as well as PlayStation 5. Extensive database records also indicate the title's presence on PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, and Nintendo Switch. The distribution is handled digitally, with Steam serving as a primary distributor. The game utilizes specific storefront identifiers, such as the Microsoft Store product ID 9mx3tdz572sg and the PlayStation Store concept ID 10002622.

### Game Characteristics
The title falls under the "indie game" category and is classified by two primary genres: casual game and adventure video game. It is designed strictly for single-player gameplay. In terms of localization, Button City supports five languages: English, French, German, Japanese, and Latin American Spanish. The official website is hosted at buttoncitygame.com and is presented in English.

### Critical Reception
The game garnered mixed reviews from critics. Data from OpenCritic, recorded on January 26, 2022, indicates a Top Critic Average score of 67/100 derived from 31 critics, with a "Critics Recommend" score of 44% based on 32 reviews. Additionally, CriticDB assigns the game a rating of 64/100 based on 11 critic reviews. The game is indexed on Metacritic under the ID "button-city," further cementing its status in the critical database ecosystem.

### Database Identifiers and External References
Button City is extensively cataloged across various gaming databases and industry platforms. Its Steam Application ID is 1273750. It has a MobyGames ID of 169179, a Gamestar ID of 15084, and a RAWG game ID of "button-city." The game is also present on specialized sites like HowLongToBeat (ID 93369), Lutris (button-city), and Steam Grid DB (5261128).

For console-specific tracking, it has a Nintendo Life ID (switch-eshop/button_city) and Prospero patch IDs for PlayStation (PPSA03310 US, PPSA04416 Europe). It is listed in the Internet Game Database (ID button-city) and Senscritique (ID 42404280). Other identifiers include:
- Stopgame ID: button_city
- IndieMag ID: button-city
- Playground.ru ID: button_city
- PC Guru ID: 5763
- Gamersglobal ID: 176219
- VGChartz IDs: 229041 (PS5), 229042 (PS4), 229043 (Windows), 229040 (Xbox Series X/S)
- GamerProfiles ID: pmR6M
- Génération Nintendo ID: 4985
- VGList ID: 66720
- TechRaptor ID: button-city
- Gamespot ID: button-city
- CriticDB ID: 89181
- IsThereAnyDeal ID: button-city

## References

1. Steam
2. OpenCritic
3. [Q131917281](https://criticdb.com/games/button-city)
4. GameSpot
5. RAWG
6. Q124398839
7. PlayStation Store
8. Q117507113
9. GOG Dreamlist
10. VGChartz
11. Q131917281