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For Goodness Sake

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96%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, graphics
gameplay, story
96% User Score Based on 94 reviews

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For Goodness Sake is a single player action game with horror and drama themes. It was developed by Belief Engine and was released on December 5, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In a final attempt to guarantee your place on the nice list, you decide to try and do some chores before midnight. Will Krampus take you? Take the test and find out.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews
atmosphere14 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game creates a creepy atmosphere with effective sound design and a grainy visual style that enhances the horror experience.
  • It's a short, free game that offers an interesting moral dilemma, making players reflect on their choices while completing chores.
  • The game is perfect for a quick horror experience, especially during the holiday season, and has potential for more games from the developer.
  • The game is very short, with some players feeling that the endings are underwhelming and lacking depth.
  • The graphics and visual filter can be hard on the eyes, making it difficult for some players to enjoy the experience fully.
  • While the game has an interesting premise, it may not offer enough content or challenge for seasoned horror game veterans.
  • atmosphere
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its creepy, immersive quality, enhanced by grainy visuals and effective sound design that includes eerie noises and ominous music. Players appreciate the tension created without relying on jump scares, making it a captivating experience that keeps them on edge throughout. Overall, the atmospheric elements contribute significantly to the game's horror experience, creating a "theater of the mind" that engages players deeply.

    • “I really liked the atmosphere, and the grainy camera filter added to the overall creepiness.”
    • “This game does a really good job setting up a tense atmosphere without needing to rely on jump scares.”
    • “The atmosphere really makes it a 'theater of the mind' that makes you cautious instead of relying on jump scares.”
    • “The atmosphere of the game kept me on edge the whole time, but otherwise there's not much to be afraid of.”
    • “A creepy atmosphere is created through eerie noises and low lighting.”
    • “The ominous music in the background, the occasional creaks and noises happening in the distance, and the atmosphere/style definitely kept me glued into the game the whole way!”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a simplistic, PS1-style aesthetic that some players find charming, while others deem them outright ugly and hard on the eyes. Despite the interesting horror atmosphere and immersive sound design, the visuals lack meaningful enhancements and can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics evoke a nostalgic vibe but may not appeal to everyone due to their minimalistic nature.

    • “Has a nice but different graphic style that reminds me of the first Terrifier movie. It's a shame we didn't see Krampus, but honestly, it's a nice little Christmas horror game with some music that sets the tone nicely.”
    • “This game has an interesting plot, horror atmosphere, immersive sound design, VHS aesthetics, multiple chores, jump scares, 2 endings, and 2 achievements.”
    • “If I have one complaint, the graphics are very hard on the eyes.”
    • “This is one of those games with simplistic graphics that one may consider too simplistic.”
    • “While you can set the game resolution, there's no other meaningful interface tweaks at all, so there's no way to improve the lackluster visuals.”
  • gameplay
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is rated low in difficulty, with clear instructions guiding players through simple tasks before a deadline. While the mechanics are minimal, the game emphasizes atmospheric elements, particularly effective sound design, which enhances the overall experience.

    • “The filter used here is meant to hide this and instead there is greater focus on the atmospheric gameplay with particular emphasis on the sound design.”
    • “I think that the sounds (footsteps, echoes) are very important in a horror game and in this game they were well adapted to the gameplay.”
    • “I would give it a 1/10 difficulty rating as the gameplay is minimal and the instructions are pretty clear during the whole game (you need to do some chores before midnight and this will be your final attempt to guarantee your place on the 'nice' list).”
    • “it's just gameplay”
    • “it's just gameplay”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally viewed as short but engaging, with some players appreciating the backstory and the challenge of achieving a good ending. However, others note that as a free indie horror game, it lacks depth and originality in its plot and horror elements.

    • “Good story, fun figuring out the good ending.”
    • “Short but actually a good story.”
    • “It's a free indie horror game, so don't expect a plot or horror elements that you haven't seen before.”
    • “I liked the backstory of the whole game, but it's annoying how it kicked me out after.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for effectively setting the tone and enhancing the atmosphere, with ominous background tracks and sound effects that contribute to the overall experience. However, some players feel that while the music is cool, it doesn't elevate the game's scare factor, and there are concerns about the game's short length and the developers' approach to monetizing the soundtrack. Overall, the music is a highlight, but it may not fully compensate for other shortcomings.

    • “Has a nice but different graphic style; reminds me of the first Terrifier movie. It's a shame we didn't see Krampus, but honestly, a nice little Christmas horror game with some music that sets the tone nicely.”
    • “Super short game, with proper music, sounds, and atmosphere.”
    • “The ominous music in the background, the occasional creaks and noises happening in the distance the closer you got to the end of the list, and the atmosphere/style definitely kept me glued into the game the whole way!”
    • “The game isn't truly 100% free as the developers have their hands out for a 'donation' if you buy the mediocre soundtrack.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
    • “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, often feeling out of place and detracting from the overall experience.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, often likening it to needing a second life to manage the demands.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players suggest that using a headset can enhance performance while playing the game, indicating that audio optimization may contribute to a better overall experience.

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For Goodness Sake is a action game with horror and drama themes.

For Goodness Sake is available on PC and Windows.

For Goodness Sake was released on December 5, 2022.

For Goodness Sake was developed by Belief Engine.

For Goodness Sake has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its gameplay.

For Goodness Sake is a single player game.

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