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When we think about progression in video games, we usually think about leveling up, unlocking new skills, or finding legendary swords. But for a specific (and growing) niche of players, the most satisfying form of progression is . Whether it’s bulking up a character to smash through walls, out-eating opponents in a competitive feast, or managing a farm to produce the fattest livestock, the best weight gain games offer a unique blend of strategy, humor, and tactile feedback.
Size = reach. You cannot pick up a skyscraper until you have absorbed 500 smaller objects. It teaches you that gluttony (for objects) is the path to godhood. 2. The Sims 4 (With Expansion Packs) – The Lifestyle Simulator No list of the best weight gain games is complete without The Sims . In the base game, Sims gain and lose weight based on calories consumed versus energy burned. Eat too many grilled cheeses and skip the treadmill? Your Sim will develop a double chin, a belly, and wider hips.
The predator/prey dynamic is entirely size-based. If you are "small," everything chases you. When you gain weight (size), you become the chaser. The game has a frantic, high-speed logic where the best defense is a heavy offense. 6. Outlast (Whistleblower DLC) – The Horrifying Binge Okay, hear us out. While Outlast is a horror game, the Whistleblower DLC features an iconic antagonist: Frank Manera , a cannibal who has become morbidly obese from his cannibalistic binges. While you don't control his weight gain, the game explores the process of it. You must hide from Frank while he wheezes, struggles to stand, and tears through walls.