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PACTUM + EPISODE 1

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47%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
monetization
73% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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PACTUM + EPISODE 1 is a single player action game. It was developed by Ponctum and was released on April 7, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Explore all the different routes of Pactum! Try to discover more about what really happened. Learn more about each character by picking between some... story-changing choices!

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
story3 positive mentions
monetization11 negative mentions
  • The game features a thrilling story with multiple character arcs and artistic styles that enhance the atmosphere.
  • The dialogue is creatively written, with subtle changes between characters that add to the mystery and engagement of the game.
  • It's a free game that offers a unique narrative style, making it worth the time investment for players.
  • Many players feel that the game is more of an advertisement for a product rather than a complete gaming experience.
  • The writing has been criticized as cringey and poorly executed, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • Some players found the game to be underwhelming and not engaging enough to hold their interest.
  • monetization
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of this product is criticized for being essentially an advertisement masquerading as a game, which misleads consumers and clutters the marketplace. Users express frustration over the presence of such content, arguing that it detracts from legitimate games and exploits the platform for marketing purposes. Overall, the sentiment is that this approach is harmful to gamers, who deserve genuine gaming experiences rather than promotional material.

    • “Pactum is a product that doesn't even exist, and given how long it's been since this advertisement was placed on Steam (and ignored by almost everyone), it's unlikely the full product will ever arise.”
    • “While it might seem like an innocuous mistake, publishing demos and advertisements as if they are full games is misleading and in some ways harmful.”
    • “It's impossible for me to recommend this incorrectly published advertising spam to gamers; you deserve better than adverts.”
  • story
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is praised for its creativity and interlinked character arcs, offering a thrilling experience enhanced by diverse artistic styles. While well-written with a good balance of humor and seriousness, some players feel that excessive dialogue detracts from the overall narrative flow. Overall, it is considered an underrated horror game with significant potential.

    • “This story horror game is super underrated.”
    • “A thrilling, story-based game employing multiple artistic styles which work well to build the setting at various points.”
    • “The game is wonderfully creative, allowing the player to play through different character story arcs, interlinked with one another.”
    • “Really good with a lot of potential, I just feel like more things could be said together rather than separately. There's a lot of dialogue coming from the author, and it takes away from the story.”
    • “The story is pretty well written and has some humorous bits; overall, a good mix of humor and seriousness.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its phenomenal quality, with users highlighting the effective combination of art style and sound design that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The atmosphere of this game is phenomenal; the art style, sounds, and everything else work together beautifully.”
    • “Awesome game with an amazing atmosphere.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their phenomenal atmosphere, with a cohesive art style and sound design that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers particularly enjoyed the unique art style and the engaging narrative that complements the visuals.

    • “The atmosphere of this game is phenomenal; the art style, sounds, and everything else work together beautifully.”
    • “I loved the art style and how the narrator kept guessing my thoughts.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-integrated into the story, striking a good balance between comedic moments and serious themes, with many users finding it genuinely funny.

    • “The story is pretty well written and has some humorous bits, creating a good mix of humor and seriousness.”
    • “It was really funny!”
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PACTUM + EPISODE 1 is a action game.

PACTUM + EPISODE 1 is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

PACTUM + EPISODE 1 was released on April 7, 2023.

PACTUM + EPISODE 1 was developed by Ponctum.

PACTUM + EPISODE 1 has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

PACTUM + EPISODE 1 is a single player game.

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