It sounds like “friendslop” is one of those fan-made labels that walks the line between affectionate and dismissive. On the positive side, it highlights games that are all about hanging out with friends, casual co-op, and shared experiences—exactly what titles like Big Walk and Peak aim to deliver. On the negative side, the “slop” part suggests a lack of polish, depth, or seriousness, which can feel unfair to developers who’ve put a lot of care into crafting these experiences.
House House seems cautiously amused but conflicted: they recognize that the genre label proves there’s an audience for these kinds of games, but they also understand the slight sting of having “slop” attached to their work. Disseldorp’s comment—“all artists always hate the name of the genre that people give them”—perfectly captures the tension.
So, “friendslop” is both a badge of community-driven fun and a light jab at polish or ambition—it really depends on how you choose to read it.