Pact of Joy

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Pact of Joy is a single player action game. It was developed by Just Sauce Studio and was released on August 7, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Pact of Joy" is a horror-theventure game set in the underwater Aegis facility, Phorcys Station. As Victor Cortes, you'll investigate signs of a potential Buffer and uncover secrets of the cult-like group, the Children of Joy. Gameplay includes stealth exploration, repairing control panels, and interacting with former station inhabitants' personal computer terminals to learn about their past lives.

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Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

story14 positive mentions

The game features a unique and well-designed atmosphere that encourages exploration.
The story is engaging with interesting characters and a rich lore, complemented by well-executed jump scares.
The game offers a good amount of content for its price, providing a fun experience with a mix of humor and horror.

The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more content and longer gameplay.
There are some technical issues, such as screen tearing and rough voice acting.
The gameplay can feel repetitive with many fetch quests and task-oriented objectives.

story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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57%
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The game's story is a captivating blend of mystery and horror, reminiscent of a shorter, combat-free BioShock experience, with a strong emphasis on narrative and character development. Players appreciate the depth of the characters, each with rich backstories and lore, alongside engaging side quests that enhance the overall experience. While not particularly scary, the emotional storytelling and unique setting keep players invested from start to finish.
- “The story is interesting and kept me invested until the very end.”
- “There are many characters, and each one has a full backstory with lots of lore to discover.”
- “This game was beautifully put together from the graphics to the emotional roller coaster of a storyline.”
- “The story is a mystery/horror and put together in a weird way.”
- “Little story, a few jumpscares.”
- “Mostly fetch quests, but it is a walking sim pretty much.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its unique and well-designed world, featuring a perfect balance of jump scares and a creepy ambiance. Players find the dialogue entertaining, enhancing their exploration of the station and contributing to the overall immersive experience.
- “The atmosphere and game world are unique and well designed.”
- “Perfect amount of jump scares and a creepy atmosphere.”
- “The dialogue was entertaining, and I loved the atmosphere as I explored the station.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their quality and aesthetic appeal, contributing to an overall beautifully crafted experience. Players appreciate the seamless performance, with no reported issues, enhancing the enjoyment of both the visuals and the engaging storyline.
- “This game was beautifully put together from the graphics to the emotional roller coaster of a storyline.”
- “Great intriguing story with fun gameplay and good graphics... ran well... no issues.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game features well-executed jumpscares and puzzles that strike a balance between being engaging and not overly complex, avoiding the tediousness often associated with grinding in other games.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by quirky and comical conversations that enhance the effectiveness of jump scares, creating a surprising contrast similar to the sudden shock of a screaming demon face interrupting a funny cat video. This blend of humor and horror is reminiscent of classic animated shows like Tiny Toons Adventures.
- “I think the odd, kind of comical conversations (reminds me of Tiny Toon Adventures) make the jump scares actually work... kind of like if you're watching funny cat videos, and suddenly a screaming demon face pops into the video.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players praise the game for its stunning graphics and the impactful emotional journey of its storyline, highlighting it as a significant aspect of the overall experience.
- “This game was beautifully put together from the graphics to the emotional roller coaster of a storyline.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players have expressed a strong appreciation for the game's music, often finding themselves immersed in it to the point of spending significant time simply listening while in their rooms. The soundtrack appears to be a standout feature, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “I'm not going to lie, I spent most of my time just listening to the music in my room.”