Friday the 13th: Killer Puzzle

"Friday the 13th: Killer Puzzle" is a horror-themed puzzle game where players take on the role of Jason Voorhees, the iconic masked killer from the film franchise. The game features gruesome puzzles set in various locations from the movies, with the goal of strategically hunting and eliminating unsuspecting victims. As players progress, they can unlock new weapons, levels, and Jason's deadly abilities to create even more sinister puzzles.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,965 reviews

graphics239 positive mentions

monetization337 negative mentions

monetization
389 mentions
8 % positive mentions
5 % neutral mentions
87 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, often appearing after nearly every level. While some users appreciate the option to pay for ad removal and find the game enjoyable despite the ads, others feel that the ad load detracts significantly from the overall experience, leading to a perception of the game as a "cash grab." Overall, while the game offers a fun experience, the consensus is that the ad frequency could be reduced to enhance gameplay.
- “This game is a lot of fun, and isn't reliant on pay-to-play or in-app purchases to complete the free levels or get fun weapons to use!”
- “Plus, any/all in-app purchases are not forced upon you, unless you want more costumes, stages, weapons, and no ads.”
- “Overall great experience, glad it's not dependent on microtransactions!”
- “Now, I would rate it a 5/5 if it weren't for all the ads such as: after almost every level and when I need a hint/solution.”
- “Please, I understand you have to make money, but force-feeding ads at almost every opportunity is bad form.”
- “What a great game but the ads just kill it; I'd tell everyone how good it is if it wasn't for the ads and then it definitely would be 5 stars.”
graphics
332 mentions
72 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the cartoonish and stylized art style that adds charm and humor to the gameplay. While some users find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for a puzzle game, others criticize them as simplistic or outdated, suggesting that improvements could enhance the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are generally considered good, with a notable emphasis on the option to toggle between PG and R-rated visuals.
- “The graphics are amazing, and the option for PG or R experience is a cool feature. Love the mind puzzle complex.”
- “Great graphics and challenging gameplay.”
- “The big-headed, expressive graphics are brimming with personality and things generally look pretty good.”
- “My only complaints are that the graphics are kinda bad and the gameplay may get redundant.”
- “The graphics leave a little to be desired, but I can live with that.”
- “The graphics suck; it's a good game, but when you kill someone, it does not matter what you hit the people with; it stabs them like a frying pan right in the head.”
humor
223 mentions
99 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its dark, cartoonish take on gore, with many players finding the brutal deaths and quirky weapon choices to be both hilarious and entertaining. The combination of cute graphics and morbid humor creates a lighthearted atmosphere, making the game enjoyable for a broad audience. Overall, players appreciate the clever writing, funny animations, and the addictive nature of the gameplay, which keeps them laughing throughout.
- “It's funny, gory, and amazingly enough, a pretty interesting puzzle game that gets trickier and more devious the further you proceed.”
- “The game is hilarious and addictive!”
- “The cartoonish style mixed with the unashamed violence makes every kill a joy, using Jason's mom's disembodied head as the guide is a nice touch, the headlines and cut-scenes are funny.”
- “Not funny but not scary.”
- “How is this horror? The song is horror-like, but it’s not funny. I can't sleep because of the horror sounds. This is my dream; I'm sleeping and suddenly I see my mom and dad, but they are dead. I'm scared hearing someone walk, so I hide. I see the killer and all my family is dead. I'm running, and I scream for help, but no one helps me.”
gameplay
108 mentions
61 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity, engaging puzzles, and satisfying mechanics, with many players enjoying the balance of challenge and fun. While the graphics and animations receive positive remarks, some users express frustration with intrusive ads and in-app purchases that do not enhance gameplay. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of strategy and humor, making it enjoyable for fans of puzzle games, despite some criticisms regarding difficulty spikes and repetitive elements.
- “Has this simple, bite-sized puzzle gameplay that is still tricky enough to be ridiculously satisfying at times when you finally work out a level.”
- “The gameplay is great, along with the graphics.”
- “Gameplay itself is bite-sized and straightforward, with a nice progression of tools, scenarios and environments, and a steady difficulty curve.”
- “Gameplay is terrible, would be a ton better as an RTS.”
- “Graphics are good but the gameplay is boring.”
- “Ads just kept popping up during gameplay which upsets players like myself who enjoy smoothness.”
story
74 mentions
49 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The game's story has received praise for its engaging narrative and clever integration of puzzles, particularly for fans of the Friday the 13th franchise. Players appreciate the variety of landscapes, character models, and humorous killing animations, although some express frustration over missions locked behind paywalls and repetitive gameplay after completing the main story. Overall, the storyline is seen as a strong aspect, enhancing the gaming experience despite some criticisms regarding its length and ad interruptions.
- “The story is amazing!”
- “Amazing story line and also great graphics.”
- “Love the game, great storyline and graphics definitely must have if you're a Friday the 13th fan.”
- “Other than the fanboy factor, this game really didn't have much to offer in playability after you get through the story mode (which took all of two days to beat).”
- “Its enjoyable at first due to animated killing scenes, but after some time you find it all the same, and also after completing missions you don't feel rewarded as you get ample weapons.”
- “The game is just stupid... two stars is for the story...”
music
37 mentions
51 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its engaging soundtracks, particularly in the "murder marathon" mode, which features a mix of upbeat and creepy tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the atmospheric sound effects that complement the horror elements, although some find the background music can be repetitive or annoying at times. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's enjoyment, with requests for more music and levels frequently mentioned.
- “Easy to learn and play, nice smooth graphics, able to unlock weapons and character appearance, daily quests, achievement rewards, nice cinematics for when you get that revenge, nice music and sounds, what more could you need... except maybe more free levels (hint, hint).”
- “The metal soundtrack in the marathon mode is really amazing.”
- “I love this game, love the music.”
- “Game seemed too simple and background music was kind of annoying.”
- “I would give 5 stars except 1 glitch, some videos do not play at all, just give a black screen with the game background music still playing.”
- “Its a very good game and its very addicting but for me when I ask momma for hints it says let's hear a word from our sponsor and then it goes to a black screen and does nothing but play the game's music.”
stability
25 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game has significant stability issues, with many users reporting frequent freezes and crashes that disrupt gameplay. While some players enjoy the game overall, the persistent bugs and glitches, especially during critical moments like ad interactions or level transitions, have led to frustration and negative experiences. Overall, stability remains a major concern, impacting the enjoyment of the game.
- “My only concern is that the game freezes quite often, forcing me to restart, but that only takes a minute or so.”
- “Alright, no, I take it back, this deserves 1 star. The game is super buggy; I completed a level and it froze, and also I was trying to move but all it does is take a look at the map from above, which you should be able to do by pinching the screen like everything else. Even the game itself says it, but nope, turns out it's all a lie.”
- “This game seems fun, but unfortunately it's not really great. Whenever I'm trying to play, it freezes and kicks me off the game.”
replayability
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, users highlight a strong sense of replayability in the game, noting it as fun and engaging for passing time. However, some express a desire for additional replayable content that doesn't involve extra costs.
- “Lots of replayability!”
- “High replay value if you want to kill time for a bit.”
- “Thanks for the game, it's really fun and replayable.”
- “I would like it if there was more replayability that doesn't require payment.”
- “Hopefully these issues will be fixed to make the game more playable.”
- “There isn't much replayability after the initial playthrough.”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, often leading to tears and a sense of hope. The immersive experience and poignant moments, such as the portrayal of characters' emotions, deeply resonate with players, making them feel connected to the narrative and its themes. Overall, the game successfully elicits a powerful emotional impact.
- “This game made me feel like everything will be okay in life.”
- “Your cat sounds made me cry.”
- “Wow, I cried when I saw the prisoner's eyes turn sad. How could you guys do this to me?”
optimization
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it runs smoothly for some users, others report poor performance on specific devices like the Samsung S8+. Recommendations for adjusting settings, such as changing the framerate, may help improve performance, but the game still requires further optimization to enhance compatibility across a wider range of devices.
- “It runs smoothly; the puzzles are fun and challenging.”
- “But the game has horrible performance on my Samsung S8+. It needs to be optimized.”
- “My phone can run way more graphics-intensive games with better performance.”
- “If battery life is not a concern, I recommend changing your framerate to 666 in the settings for better performance.”
grinding
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players express mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some enjoy the gory kills, others find the grind to unlock content tedious and slow, leading to frustration. There is a desire for more unique weapon-specific kills to enhance the experience.
- “Worst game ever. The murder marathon is tedious. I've been trying to get to level 20 to unlock something, but it's too slow.”
- “Kind of tedious.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its visually appealing, uncluttered graphics and engaging soundtracks, creating an immersive experience. Reviewers highlight its addictive and humorous elements, along with a sense of authenticity to the series, all while maintaining a relaxed pace without pressure to make purchases.
- “Easy on the eye, non-cluttered graphics, great atmospherics, and a cool little soundtrack.”
- “Atmospheric, addictive, funny, and no immediate pressure to buy stuff.”
- “Wonderful atmosphere and true to the series.”
character development
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight the appealing graphics and humorous character designs, suggesting that while the visual aspects are well-received, there is less emphasis on deep character development within the narrative.
- “I like the puzzles and character designs.”