Exorcist

About

Exorcist is a single player action game. It was developed by Arafkan Games and was released on May 12, 2022. It received negative reviews from players.

"Exorcist" is a first-person psychological horror game set in a house in the forest. You play as David Livingstone, a retired exorcist, who receives a letter from Margaret Carney, whose daughter has been possessed by a demon after playing with a ouija board. The game is exploration-oriented, requiring players to research their surroundings thoroughly to progress in the story. Players must use their exorcism and magic skills to save the possessed girl.

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Indie

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game has a well-made spooky atmosphere that can be engaging for horror fans.
The controls are smooth and the game handles well, providing a decent gameplay experience.
Some jump scares are effective and can provide a good laugh for those looking for a light-hearted horror experience.

The game lacks interactivity, has no saving function, and is very short, leading to a repetitive experience.
The flashlight mechanic is frustrating, often leaving players wandering in the dark, which detracts from the gameplay.
The story is poorly developed, and the puzzles are simplistic, reducing the overall enjoyment of the game.

story
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The story has been widely criticized as abysmal and lacking coherence, with many reviewers expressing a desire for a more substantial narrative rather than a focus on jump scares. While some appreciated the occasional cut scenes, the overall lore was deemed insufficient, leading to a lackluster ending that failed to satisfy.
- “It would be a lot more enjoyable with more focus on the story instead of just the jump scares.”
- “It can be alright if there is good lore/story in each room, but there isn't much other than the occasional small cut scene.”
- “Jump scares were good throughout the game, but the ending was a bit lackluster compared to the game story.”
- “The story is absolutely abysmal; the graphics are passable, but also extremely horrendous at the same time.”
- “I'd also like the story to make a bit more sense.”
- “The ending was a bit lackluster compared to the game story.”
graphics
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them passable while others describe them as horrendous. Notably, the performance varies significantly based on the graphics settings, as lowering them can hinder visibility. Overall, while some aspects of the graphics are appreciated, they are overshadowed by inconsistencies and technical issues.
- “The game handles very well, and the graphics look nice.”
- “Edit: I played through a second time with the graphics on ultra, and the flashlight worked this time.”
- “The story is absolutely abysmal, the graphics are passable, but also extremely horrendous at the same time.”
- “Apparently, if you lower the graphics at all (even just to high), you'll no longer be able to see where you're going.”
- “Graphics are assets, house map is an asset, sound effects are okay, little girl's voice was good, but overall the graphics leave much to be desired.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features an engaging exorcist vision mechanic that adds a unique layer to the experience, enhancing player immersion and strategy. Overall, players appreciate the innovative elements that contribute to the game's appeal.
- “There's also this pretty cool exorcist vision mechanic which I really like.”