Handy Harry's Haunted House Services

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Handy Harry's Haunted House Services is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Bismuth Studio and was released on July 31, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

Handy Harry's Haunted House Services is a first-person simulation game where players run a ghostbusting business. Equip your ghost-detecting gear and explore spooky locations to rid them of paranormal entities. Manage your finances, upgrade your equipment, and build your reputation to become the most sought-after ghostbuster in town.

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Audience ScoreBased on 916 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game is a fun and engaging multiplayer horror experience, especially when played with friends.
The randomly generated maps and unique ghost AI provide high replayability and keep the gameplay fresh.
The art style and voice acting contribute to a charming and spooky atmosphere, making it enjoyable for casual play.

The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and can become tedious after a few rounds.
Many players find the graphics hard on the eyes, and the lack of a clear map can lead to confusion during gameplay.
There are connectivity issues and bugs that can disrupt the experience, especially in multiplayer sessions.

graphics
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
71%
7%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro pixel art style that evokes nostalgia and fits well within the horror genre, enhancing the overall atmosphere. While many players appreciate the unique aesthetic and find it charming, some have reported that the heavily pixelated visuals can be difficult to navigate and may cause eye strain or discomfort. Overall, opinions are mixed, with a clear divide between those who love the art style and those who find it off-putting.
- “Surely a game to remember with its unique graphics and gameplay!”
- “The retro art style helps this game have a clear aesthetic which it sticks to perfectly.”
- “It's pixelated aesthetic and good use of sound makes the game extra spooky and fun to play with friends.”
- “I would likely adore this game and give it raving reviews if it weren't for the visuals.”
- “The visuals can make it a pain in the ass sometimes when you're trying to complete the objectives as it's hard to spot out and differentiate what's important and what's a painting on a wall.”
- “But the flickering lights, vision dimming effects, and heavily pixelated graphics make it very hard on the eyes and even a little nauseating.”
gameplay
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
47%
11%
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics and fast-paced action, offering high replayability through randomly generated maps and scenarios. While some players appreciate the unique concept and engaging multiplayer experience, others criticize bugs and repetitive elements that can lead to a monotonous experience. Overall, the game shows promise, especially with ongoing updates, but opinions vary on its execution and depth.
- “Surely a game to remember with its unique graphics and gameplay!”
- “High replayability with RNG ghosts and house layouts, with a challenging gameplay loop and cosmetics to earn!”
- “Simple controls, fast-paced gameplay, and randomly generated maps/scenarios keep it fresh and fun on every session, unlike a lot of other recent co-op horror games which tend to get boring and tedious as you keep playing them.”
- “This game really sucks both in terms of gameplay and technology.”
- “Then when you can finally return to the actual 'gameplay' you realize that you are just doing the same thing over and over again while running from a black mass that simply paths directly to you while clipping through doorways.”
- “The gameplay can be quite monotonous, depending on your luck with level generation, but the overall simple mechanics mixed with intense moments and victories makes it very well worth the price if you have other people to play with.”
humor
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both hilarious and engaging, especially when playing with friends. The inclusion of proximity chat enhances comedic interactions during gameplay, contributing to a fun and chaotic experience. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with its horror elements, making it a memorable multiplayer experience.
- “Playing with your friends is quick and easy to do with no hassle, with the game providing its own proximity chat which allows for some hilarious interactions with friends when being chased.”
- “This game is the perfect way to kill a few hours of the day; the RNG maps mean you can never learn it and it never becomes stale. The dev responds to discussions very quickly and is a pretty chill person, and playing with friends made this game even more hilarious.”
- “This game is a 5-star scary multiplayer game. Grab the boys because this game is funny, scary, and hard.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story mode is praised for its engaging and well-thought-out narrative, complemented by enjoyable voice acting and an arcade-style presentation. While the dialogue may be cheesy, it adds to the charm, and the gameplay loop is fun, though it can become repetitive over time. Overall, players find the campaign exciting and enjoyable to progress through.
- “The story, or campaign, is also well thought out and fun to progress through as well.”
- “The story mode is exciting.”
- “Also the voice acting for the mission control guy and the audio in general is really good as well.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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The game boasts high replayability due to its random ghost encounters and varied house layouts, which create a challenging gameplay loop. Players appreciate the opportunity to earn cosmetics and the thrill of frequent deaths, contributing to an engaging experience. However, some feedback suggests there is still room for improvement in this aspect.
- “High replayability with RNG ghosts and house layouts, with a challenging gameplay loop and cosmetics to earn!”
- “Endless replayability.”
- “And lastly, maybe you should work on the game's replayability.”
- “10/10 for an early access title, pretty fair price too, considering the infinite replay value it has.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
50%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its integration and enjoy it as part of their long-term experience, others find the soundtrack to be annoying and overwhelming, particularly during jump scares. Overall, the music seems to evoke strong reactions, both positive and negative.
- “I love the art style, I love the whole system of this game, having an elevator involved, working with your teams, the music, and overall just playing it throughout the years and having a great time.”
- “The soundtrack is whack and annoying and the jumpscare face isn't even decipherable, just loud.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is characterized by notable bugs, particularly with the drag and drop mechanic, which detracts from the overall experience. However, players find the game enjoyable, especially when played with friends, and appreciate the developer's efforts to address these issues.
- “While the gameplay was not the worst and was everything it promised, certain things like the drag and drop mechanic being very buggy led to an unfavorable experience.”
- “It's a fun game to play with friends, but it's buggy, and that's its charm.”
- “Still a little buggy, but the developer has put a lot of effort into fixing these problems.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere effectively creates a sense of fear and exhilaration, particularly as players navigate challenges while being pursued by a ghost. Its ability to deliver a creepy vibe is complemented by low system requirements, making it accessible and enjoyable on low-end computers. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's fun and addictive nature.
- “The atmosphere generates a sense of fear and slight exhilaration as you run around trying to repair fuse boxes with a ghost on your tail.”
- “With a proper atmosphere and low system requirements, this game can be played and enjoyed on low-end computers while effectively setting the creepy vibes it intends to create, leading to fun and addictive playthroughs.”
- “The atmosphere does generate a sense of fear and slight exhilaration as you run around trying to repair fuse boxes with a ghost on your tail.”
- “With proper atmosphere and low demanding specs, this game can be played and enjoyed with low-end computers while being super effective in setting the creepy vibes it intends to give and fun and addicting playthroughs too.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a deeply emotional experience, with many expressing that the game elicited strong feelings, leading to multiple instances of crying throughout gameplay.
- “I cried at least 14 times while playing this game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate that the game's simple controls, fast-paced gameplay, and randomly generated maps help maintain a fresh and engaging experience, contrasting with other recent co-op horror games that often become repetitive and tedious over time.
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game suffers from occasional lag on PC, indicating a need for better optimization to enhance performance.
- “It sometimes lags on my PC, so it would be nice if it was a bit more optimized.”

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29h Average play time

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*Based on 8 analyzed playthroughs

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Handy Harry's Haunted House Services is a action game.

Handy Harry's Haunted House Services is available on PC, Web Browser and Windows.

On average players spend around 29 hours playing Handy Harry's Haunted House Services.

Handy Harry's Haunted House Services was released on July 31, 2020.

Handy Harry's Haunted House Services was developed by Bismuth Studio.

Handy Harry's Haunted House Services has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its replayability.

Handy Harry's Haunted House Services is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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