For Goodness Sake
- December 5, 2022
- Belief Engine
Get on SteamIn 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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game effectively creates a tense atmosphere without relying on jump scares, making it a unique horror experience.
- It's a free game that offers an interesting moral dilemma through its gameplay, encouraging players to reflect on their choices.
- The sound design and retro aesthetics contribute to a creepy ambiance, enhancing the overall experience.
- The graphics are hard on the eyes, with a dark filter that can be difficult to adjust, detracting from the visual experience.
- The game is very short, taking only about 10-20 minutes to complete, which may leave some players wanting more content.
- Some players found the choices presented in the game to be confusing or lacking in clarity, impacting the overall enjoyment.
- atmosphere21 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game excels in creating a tense and immersive atmosphere, relying on eerie sound design and low lighting rather than cheap jump scares to evoke fear. Players appreciate the retro aesthetics and the way the environment enhances the horror experience, keeping them engaged and on edge throughout. Overall, the atmospheric elements contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a memorable horror experience.
“This game does a really good job setting up a tense atmosphere without needing to jumpscare you.”
“Excellent sound design and terrific lo-fi liminal space make this a delightfully spooky and atmospheric Christmas horror gem.”
“The atmosphere of the game kept me on edge the whole time, but otherwise there's not much to be afraid of.”
“The atmosphere really makes it a 'theater of the mind' that makes you cautious instead of relying on jump scares.”
“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!”
- graphics9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as simplistic and reminiscent of PS1-era visuals, with some users finding them hard on the eyes and lacking in detail. While the aesthetic choices and VHS-style elements contribute to the horror atmosphere, many reviewers consider the overall visual presentation to be lackluster or even ugly, with limited options for improvement.
“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.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The gameplay is rated as very easy, with clear instructions guiding players through simple tasks to complete before midnight. While the mechanics are minimal, the game emphasizes atmospheric elements, particularly effective sound design, which enhances the overall horror experience.
“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.”
“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 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).”
“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.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally appreciated for its engaging backstory and the challenge of uncovering the good ending, despite being short and somewhat familiar in its horror elements. However, some players noted frustrations with the game's abrupt ending and lack of depth typical of free indie titles. Overall, while the story has its merits, it may not offer groundbreaking narrative experiences.
“Good story, fun figuring out the good ending.”
“Short but actually a good story.”
“I liked the backstory of the whole game, but it's annoying how it kicked me out after.”
“It's a free indie horror game, so don't expect a plot or horror elements that you haven't seen before.”
“No story.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
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.
“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.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players suggest that using a headset can enhance performance while playing the game, indicating that audio optimization may contribute to a better overall experience.
“For better performance, I would also recommend wearing a headset while playing this game.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
