Bad Dream: Purgatory

About

"Bad Dream: Purgatory" is a surreal adventure game with a 2.5D format and first-person camera, featuring hand-drawn illustrations and unusual characters from a cancelled project. As the player, you have the power to give meaning to these trapped characters and decide their fate in a haunting limbo-like world. This game is the latest addition to the Bad Dream series, known for its unique storytelling and artistic style.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique 3D visual style that adds a refreshing twist to the Bad Dream series, enhancing exploration and interaction.
There is a good amount of content with multiple endings and secrets to discover, making it enjoyable for completionists and those who appreciate exploration.
The atmosphere and art style are praised for their eerie and immersive qualities, contributing to a compelling narrative experience.

The open-world aspect can be frustrating, with players often feeling lost and unsure of how to progress, leading to potential dead ends.
Some players found the controls awkward and the gameplay confusing, particularly with the limited camera movement and item interactions.
The game can feel repetitive and lacks the depth and replayability of previous entries in the series, leaving some players disappointed.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
22%
33%
The game's story is a blend of linear chapters and open-world exploration, with some players appreciating the character development and emotional depth, particularly in the main storyline. However, there are mixed feelings about the open-world aspect, with some finding it aimless and lacking progress. Overall, the narrative is praised for its engaging elements and the ability to influence outcomes through player choices.
- “The story itself is fantastic; I won't spoil in my review, but it really makes you feel sad for the trapped characters!”
- “Another amazing thing about this game is that there are different 'game modes' (uninspired story and open world).”
- “But glad to see some personality does evolve and the story does thicken from other entries to this one.”
- “You have the main story chapters combined with open world exploration.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The graphics are praised for their unique art style, reminiscent of "Bad Dream: Stories," which resonates well with players. The hand-drawn visuals, combined with immersive sound and ambience, effectively create a haunting atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- “I love the art style; it's always right up my street.”
- “The sound and ambience are incredible, and coupled with the classic desert fox hand-drawn graphics, it really gives you goosebumps and that uneasy 'you're being watched' feel!”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a last-gen title.”
- “The environments are bland and uninspired, making exploration feel tedious.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Purgatory distinguishes itself from other bad dream games through its unique 3D setting and minimalistic atmosphere, creating a distinct and immersive experience.
- “Purgatory stands out among the other bad dream games with its 3D setting and very minimalistic atmosphere.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music is praised for its style and ambient quality, enhancing the overall experience, although some players feel that the gameplay does not match the same level of quality.
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some users appreciating the style and ambient soundtrack, while others find the gameplay lacking or unsatisfactory.
- “I like the style and the ambient soundtrack, but the gameplay is lacking.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “There are too many bugs and glitches that ruin the overall gameplay experience.”