Jesus Christ Simulator

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Jesus Christ Simulator is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Luke Gayson and was released on May 31, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Jesus Christ Simulator," play as Jesus with miraculous powers in a vast American city, tasked by God to fix the broken human system. Complete heroic acts like exorcisms, debt relief, and saving souls in Hell, while battling demons and challenging the oppressive system. This game, created by a solo developer, offers limitless potential for changing the world.

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Audience ScoreBased on 154 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and humorous experience, allowing players to embody Jesus and perform miraculous acts, which many find entertaining and life-changing.
Players appreciate the game's ability to reinforce their faith and provide a sense of connection to biblical narratives, often describing it as a transformative experience.
The graphics and environments are praised for their creativity and detail, contributing to an immersive experience that blends humor with spiritual themes.

Many players criticize the game for its limited gameplay mechanics and repetitive nature, which can lead to a lack of engagement over time.
The graphics and animations are often described as modest or stiff, detracting from the overall immersion and quality of the experience.
Some reviews highlight technical issues, such as bugs and poor controls, which can hinder gameplay and frustrate players.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by straightforward mechanics involving dialogue choices, light puzzles, and environmental interactions, which some players find more educational than challenging. While the game offers beautiful graphics and a unique approach to biblical storytelling, it can feel repetitive and lacks depth in its mechanics. Overall, it presents a mix of innovative elements and historical accuracy, though opinions on its execution vary significantly.
- “From the very genesis of gameplay, one is immediately enraptured by the meticulously rendered landscapes of ancient Judea, each pixelated stone and animated crowd meticulously crafted to evoke a sense of biblical authenticity.”
- “The mechanics themselves are a marvel of design, fostering a contemplative approach to decision-making and moral dilemmas akin to those faced by the titular figure.”
- “The gameplay largely involves choosing dialogue options, completing light puzzles, and interacting with the environment to perform 'miracles.' It's straightforward and accessible, though some might find it more of an educational experience than a challenging game.”
- “However, the mechanics can feel repetitive, as they revolve mostly around clicking through dialogue and triggering scripted events.”
- “The gameplay is terrible; the 'historically accurate' skin isn't historically accurate at all, and the game comes close to blasphemy.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Jesus Christ Simulator" receive mixed reviews, with some praising its painterly aesthetics and unique visual style reminiscent of illuminated manuscripts, while others criticize the modest visuals and stiff animations. Overall, the game prioritizes storytelling over cutting-edge graphics, leading to a blend of realistic and stylized visuals that may benefit from additional polish.
- “Graphically, 'Jesus Christ Simulator' astonishes with its painterly aesthetics, akin to an illuminated manuscript brought to life through interactive medium.”
- “The graphics truly beat out all of its competitors, as such is the case with the gameplay, customization, and every other detail of the game.”
- “It has insanely great graphics, unique and engaging gameplay, a lore-filled action game, and overall the best game I've ever seen.”
- “Poor graphics, poor controls, fonts look weird.”
- “It’s clear the game leans more into storytelling than cutting-edge graphics, but some polish on character expressions and interactions would add immersion.”
- “Stiff animations and modest visuals, especially in character design.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story emphasizes narrative over graphics, presenting a unique and reverent portrayal of Jesus' life through parables and miracles. While the storytelling is praised for its elegance, some players desire more interactive elements and choices to enhance immersion and depth. Overall, the narrative offers a meaningful quest for enlightenment, though it could benefit from additional character development and moral dilemmas.
- “The narrative unfolds with a sublime elegance, seamlessly blending parables and miracles into a dynamic quest for enlightenment and salvation.”
- “While it may lack depth in mechanics, its reverent approach and commitment to accurately representing the story of Jesus makes it a unique addition to Steam’s lineup.”
- “It’s clear the game leans more into storytelling than cutting-edge graphics, but some polish on character expressions and interactions would add immersion.”
- “However, some players might wish for more choice-driven outcomes or deeper interactive storytelling—while the narrative is set, allowing for alternative choices or moral dilemmas could have made it richer.”
- “Storytelling and themes”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it genuinely hilarious, particularly in its absurd scenarios like playing as Jesus Christ battling demons. Many have expressed that the comedic elements, showcased even in the trailer, elicit genuine laughter, suggesting a strong comedic appeal that resonates with the audience.
- “This game is really funny; I played as Jesus Christ and killed demons.”
- “It's hilarious and very early access.”
- “I laughed out loud three times during the trailer; flying Jesus is that funny.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and respectful nature, perfectly complementing the narrative. Reviewers highlight the score as a transcendent experience, filled with celestial melodies that uplift and soothe, contributing significantly to the overall atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is calming and respectful, fitting the tone of the narrative.”
- “Musically, the score transcends mere accompaniment, weaving a tapestry of celestial melodies that elevate the soul and embolden the spirit.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as a blatant cash grab, indicating that players feel the game prioritizes profit over quality or player experience.
- “A clear cash grab of a game.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative and takes away from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is enriched by ambient sounds that effectively immerse players in the game world; however, the experience could be further improved with additional voice acting and more dynamic soundscapes.
- “The ambient sounds enhance the world’s atmosphere, creating an immersive experience that draws you in.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly rich, with every detail contributing to a sense of place and mood.”
- “The combination of visuals and sound design creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
- “The ambient sounds enhance the world’s atmosphere, though some voice acting or more dynamic soundscapes would elevate the experience.”
- “The game feels lifeless and lacks the immersive atmosphere that I was hoping for.”
- “Despite the beautiful visuals, the atmosphere falls flat due to repetitive sound design and a lack of engaging environmental storytelling.”
character development
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Character development is hindered by stiff animations and modest visuals, which detract from the overall depth and engagement of the characters.
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “Stiff animations and modest visuals, especially in character design, detract from the overall experience.”
- “The choices you make don't seem to impact the characters in any meaningful way, leaving their arcs feeling predictable and uninspired.”
stability
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users describing it as a "buggy mess," indicating significant issues that affect performance and gameplay experience.
- “It's a buggy mess.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the game requires significant optimization, as many experience performance issues that cause their PCs to struggle during gameplay.
- “The game runs smoothly after the latest optimization updates, making my experience much more enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimizing the game; it has significantly improved performance on my system.”
- “The recent optimizations have made a noticeable difference in frame rates and overall gameplay fluidity.”
- “What I think it needs is just more optimization, as my PC goes crazy every time I'm playing it.”
- “The game is poorly optimized; I experience constant frame drops and crashes.”
- “Despite its potential, the lack of optimization makes it nearly unplayable on mid-range systems.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight that grinding in the game is negatively impacted by the historical context of disease, which weakened indigenous populations and disrupted their agricultural and hunting practices, leading to nutritional deficiencies and increased vulnerability to further disease.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's limited choices and lack of moral complexity in its narrative may hinder its replayability, as players may not feel compelled to experience the story multiple times.
- “Little choice or moral complexity in the narrative, which might limit replayability.”
emotional
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be impactful, often feeling a strong connection to characters despite their flaws. The blend of humor and endearment, as seen in the player's reaction to a character's mistake, highlights the game's ability to evoke empathy and affection.
- “I just overfueled a plane, so it crashed. Little mistakes were made by him, but I just can't be mad at him. I mean, look at his wholesome face!”