Anthology Of The Killer

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Anthology Of The Killer is a single player simulation game with horror, mystery, thriller and comedy themes. It was developed by thecatamites / Tommy Tone / A. Degen and was released on October 8, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The complete horror-comedy series! Join protagonist BB as she collects material for her zines in a mysterious world of drinky birds, secret rooms, dream resorts, waterparks, bort dolls, immersive theater, beachfront novelty shirts, police men, serial killers, art freeports and unorthodox medical treatment. Nobody's getting out of here alive! Voice Of The Killer BB joins a call center on the edge…

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99%Audience ScoreBased on 728 reviews

humor177 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Exceptional and clever writing blending humor, horror, and social satire that often delivers sharp commentary on modern life and culture.
Unique and memorable art style combining simple, hand-drawn 2D elements with expressive 3D environments, creating a distinct and immersive dreamlike atmosphere.
Strong characterizations, especially the protagonist BB, and engaging episodic storytelling that evolves in depth and ambition throughout the anthology, keeping players consistently engaged.

Gameplay is minimal, mostly consisting of walking and reading with limited interaction, which may not appeal to those looking for traditional gameplay mechanics.
Camera controls and movement can be clunky or frustrating at times, with awkward angles, limited control, and occasional issues in navigation that may hinder exploration.
The narrative and thematic elements can be complex, abstract, or confusing for some players, requiring patience and multiple playthroughs to fully appreciate, which might limit accessibility.

humor
177 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever, witty, and often pitch-black tone that skillfully blends with its surreal, horror-themed narrative. Players appreciate the intelligent, insightful, and distinctly offbeat comedic writing, which delivers a refreshing mix of absurdity, satire, and sharp dialogue—especially through the protagonist's dry wit. Overall, the humor enriches the experience by providing both laugh-out-loud moments and thoughtful commentary, making the game uniquely funny, charming, and memorable.
- “It is one of the most charming, cleverly written and funny stories I've ever had the pleasure to experience.”
- “The writing and dialogue are perhaps the real stars, being legitimately funny and clever, not just compared to other games.”
- “Play it for the incredible, hilarious writing, the absolute best I've experienced in a game since Disco Elysium; play it for its tilted take on every aspect of our modern, mutely tragic milieu, making the ennui of the everyday laugh-out-loud funny; play it because every moment of the game is made purely for maximum visual, textual, conceptual, intellectual pleasure.”
story
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28% positive mentions, 69% neutral mentions, 3% negative mentions
The story is a surreal, creatively rich, and often abstract narrative centered on the protagonist BB navigating bizarre, whimsical, and unsettling situations that blend humor, horror, and social commentary. While the overarching plot can be complex and sometimes confusing, many players find it compelling, well-written, and emotionally engaging, offering a unique blend of dreamlike storytelling and thematic depth. The episodic structure encourages exploration and reflection, though some aspects may require multiple playthroughs to fully grasp.
- “One of the best story games I've ever played, the horror elements are fun and fresh, the writing is hilarious and insightful, what more could you want honestly.”
- “Easily the best run of episodic storytelling I've had the pleasure of experiencing.”
- “The whole story is such a well done allegory to capitalist realism and propaganda without being too invasive and still letting apolitical folk enjoy it; it's really well executed game activism.”
- “It is not the best story, nor is it particularly strong mechanically.”
- “This is a game in which you will just barely be able to follow the story, but won't be able to understand it.”
- “- my only nitpick with the overall experience is that the story and even the optional text is mostly automatic, so you never feel like you are interacting with anything in the world making it more artificial than it should be.”
graphics
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36% positive mentions, 61% neutral mentions, 3% negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a distinct, hand-drawn art style that is charming, quirky, and deliberately rough, evoking nostalgia for early 2000s cartoons and underground comics. While simplistic and sometimes janky, the visuals effectively create a surreal, unsettling atmosphere that perfectly complements the dark humor and narrative. This unique aesthetic, combined with expressive character designs and creative environments, is widely praised as the standout element that deeply enriches the overall experience.
- “The artstyle is immaculate, the world is so weird and everything just works together so well.”
- “The single most visually appealing game I've ever played, the art style is exquisite!”
- “The artstyle is very charming and juxtaposes very nicely with what would otherwise be (and still usually is) extremely graphic imagery.”
- “The graphics are really bad, I'm sorry.”
- “The visuals are intentionally poor, MS Paint quality.”
- “It's a miracle it has any coherency given the color vomit art style and tonal whiplash, but the consistency of the main character's relatable deadpan personality, running gags, and recurring characters lends the world a sense of authenticity.”
music
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59% positive mentions, 37% neutral mentions, 4% negative mentions
The music in this game is widely praised for its dreamy, hypnotic, and atmospheric qualities, skillfully blending relaxing, upbeat, and eerie tones to complement the unique environments and narrative shifts. Reviewers highlight its ability to enhance the game's surreal, liminal, and unsettling mood, often describing it as memorable and integral to the overall experience. Composed with creativity and emotional depth, the soundtrack is considered a standout aspect that significantly enriches the game's charm and immersive quality.
- “The soundtrack adds a lot to the atmosphere - it fills the empty spaces, and I genuinely wish I could listen to it in daily life just to turn an ordinary office walk into a trip through the layered, backroom-like architecture of BB’s apartment complex.”
- “Soundtrack is a blend of the writing where it's able to swap from relaxing and upbeat tunes into an eerie unsettling horror track almost instantly making the music always fit with every environment shown and it's all great.”
- “The resulting dreamlike atmosphere of this game (supported by Tommy Tone's moody soundtrack) has the tendency to wash over you like waves.”
- “The music is suitable but the art and writing is where it all shines.”
- “The music is unsurprisingly trippy sounding most of the time.”
- “Personally I believe apart from the geometry and themes of the sceneries, a big chunk of this is achieved by the music, more specifically the deep brooding synth textures.”
gameplay
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21% positive mentions, 74% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions
The gameplay is minimal and primarily consists of simple walking and reading, resembling a walking simulator with few mechanics. While not complex or deep, it effectively serves as a vehicle for storytelling, art style, and atmosphere, creating a unique experience that some players may find compelling despite its simplicity. Overall, the gameplay is considered the weakest aspect but not detracting from the game's strong narrative and artistic qualities.
- “The contrast between running from a killer to sudden comedic relief makes for an overall enjoyable gameplay cycle that surprisingly never grows stale, due to things like perspective shifts and just having the chases be very unique.”
- “The gameplay is basic for sure, but it's never ever frustrating or tedious, and it's rare to get stuck anywhere.”
- “Still, the back half of the anthology features interesting mechanical changes in each episode, which are a very welcome addition to distinguish them.”
- “The gameplay is null, except sequences where you run from 2-dimensional billboards representing some sort of malignant negative energy addicted maniac, who may not even realize you're a human being.”
- “Gameplay is non-existent and the camera is truly atrocious, but this is one of the most uniquely written and stylized games I have ever seen.”
- “The gameplay itself is this game's weakest aspect.”
atmosphere
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52% positive mentions, 38% neutral mentions, 10% negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its unique blend of comforting yet unsettling, dreamlike, and often uncanny tones that evoke a range of emotions from apathy and despair to humor and hope. Enhanced by moody, immersive music and clever writing, the environment skillfully balances elements of horror and comedy, creating a compelling, richly layered, and memorable experience. Players appreciate its surreal visuals, effective use of lighting and sound design, and the way it draws them deeply into its vibrant, atmospheric world.
- “The soundtrack adds a lot to the atmosphere - it fills the empty spaces, and I genuinely wish I could listen to it in daily life just to turn an ordinary office walk into a trip through the layered, backroom-like architecture of BB’s apartment complex.”
- “The writing was very engaging and clever, atmosphere was incredibly immersive and there's always something you'll want to go out of the way to just look at.”
- “It is clever, it is unnerving, it is atmospheric as all get out, it has fantastic sound design and music and above all else it is extremely funny and incredibly well paced overall.”
- “It has a comforting atmosphere that also gives me the feeling of a pit forming in my stomach.”
- “The whole game just feels enthralled with this dream-like atmosphere that instills both distant despair with some strange flavor of apathetic comfort, and even hopeful musing at times.”
- “It's able to blend comedy and horror in such an interesting way where right when you're finding joy, laughing at the characters and writing in one moment then the next it's able to strip that away instantly into a horror atmosphere making you start to feel uncertain about them.”
emotional
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game delivers a profoundly emotional experience, blending humor, vulnerability, and poignant storytelling that resonates deeply with players. Its atmosphere evokes feelings of connection, isolation, and hope, often making players feel both lost and understood in a uniquely heartfelt way. The emotional impact, highlighted by memorable dialogue and music, sets it apart as a must-play for those seeking meaningful, emotionally rich narratives.
- “I haven't emotionally connected with a game's atmosphere quite like this.”
- “The collapse of context that grows more and more frequent as you work your way further into the collection has a sort of intentionality that made me feel like I was witnessing the unfolding of an actual apocalypse, in a manner I haven't experienced since playing the original Drakengard.”
- “It made me feel seen, and understood, and isolated, and hopeful, and desperate.”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 30% negative mentions
The character development is marked by unique, memorable, and charming designs that blend surrealist, dreamlike, and slightly unsettling elements with humor and postmodern irony. The art style's variety and personal touch enhance the atmosphere and storytelling, creating a distinctive and immersive world. This thoughtful combination of visuals and writing results in well-rounded characters that contribute meaningfully to the game's overall tone and themes.
- “It's a beautiful piece of surrealist art made with love and effort, with a wonderful sense of humour, unique and memorable character designs, and some genuinely unnerving moments.”
- “The characters and character designs - which make me want to get back into doodling - are just fun.”
- “This adds to the charm with the character designs and weird decorations I'd say though, and the devs are certainly able to do better because there are moments where the art style completely changes and the game looks a lot better.”
- “The ms-paint style is carefree and punkish and fits oddly well, the character design is charming, the overall atmospheric tone is dreamlike and absurdist (and occasionally oppressive), the writing is fantastic, embracing and mocking subculture with a lot of postmodern irony and often exquisitely silly, but it also manages to give earnest insights of our conception of culture as a whole, which leads to a truly unique worldbuilding.”
- “If out there are people just like me that like silly character designs, weirdcore/dreamcore, slight horror or novel like games where you gotta read till your eyes hurt, then this game is for you!”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions
Grinding in the game is manageable and never feels frustrating or tedious, with gameplay designed to avoid getting players stuck. The lighthearted, cartoony humor helps keep the experience engaging even during repetitive tasks.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game offers a fun collection of stories that contribute to high replayability, providing engaging and enjoyable gameplay that encourages players to return repeatedly.
- “Fun little collection of stories that are great for replayability.”
- “When you hear someone say that a game is good, they usually mean it in reference to its gameplay, in that it is fun, engaging, deep, or endlessly replayable.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The optimization aspect is described humorously, implying that the game's performance may cause intense, chaotic reactions from players due to potential lag or technical issues.

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Anthology Of The Killer is a simulation game with horror, mystery, thriller and comedy themes. Common tags for Anthology Of The Killer include 3D, indie, psychedelic, female protagonist, linear and others.

Anthology Of The Killer is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

Anthology Of The Killer was released on October 8, 2024.

Anthology Of The Killer was developed by thecatamites / Tommy Tone / A. Degen.

Anthology Of The Killer has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Anthology Of The Killer for its humor but disliked it for its character development.

Anthology Of The Killer is a single player game.

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