Pagui

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"Pagui is a single-player Role Playing game with amazing visuals, set in 1950s Taiwan."'Immerse in a 3D action-adventure, fighting ghosts and uncovering shocking truths based on real history and Taoist practices. Experience authentic Taiwanese martial arts through state-of-the-art motion capture technology.'

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Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

story7 positive mentions

The game features a touching storyline that incorporates Taiwanese culture and history, making it relatable and engaging for players.
The graphics and sound design are praised for their quality, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the horror and action elements.
Gameplay mechanics are unique and enjoyable, with a mix of action and puzzle-solving that keeps players engaged throughout the experience.

Combat mechanics can be frustrating, with issues related to character control and responsiveness during fights, especially in close quarters.
The game may feel short for some players, and certain gameplay elements, like the QTEs, could use clearer indications for better execution.
There are technical issues reported, such as lag and problems with gamepad compatibility, which can detract from the overall experience.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
23%
23%
The game's story is a poignant blend of historical violence and folkloric horror set in 1950s Taiwan, following a child exorcist's quest to find his parents. Players find the narrative deeply touching, with memorable moments and a simple yet engaging plot that is enhanced by atmospheric visuals and a compelling soundtrack. While some players wish for a longer experience, the storytelling is widely praised as one of the year's best.
- “The storyline is touching, and the puzzles are good enough.”
- “At first, it may be fun, but the more you play, the more you will find some sad and heart-touching stories, especially this boy, Li Huowang's background story.”
- “Set in 1950s Taiwan, where true historical violence mixes with folkloric horror, the game is an action-horror following the story of a child exorcist looking for his parents.”
- “The silent buildings and the items scattered around underline the tragedy that happened, with meticulous attention to tell a story without using words.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
30%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning quality and ability to create a believable, immersive world, particularly in well-executed cut-scenes. Players appreciate the smooth performance on high settings, although some minor issues with character facial expressions and previous audio lag have been noted. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's mysterious and spooky atmosphere, enhanced by cultural elements from Taiwan.
- “The graphics help a lot to portray a believable world, especially in the cut-scenes, which are always incredibly well done, no matter if they are creepy, cryptic, or action-oriented.”
- “I found the graphics to be stunning and the developers did a good job creating a mysterious and spooky atmosphere, playing on many of the cultural traditions of Taiwan to enhance the experience.”
- “The game has excellent graphics, though some character facial expressions were a bit off for the dialog (not a game changer).”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games, making the environments feel flat and uninspired.”
- “Character models look stiff and lifeless, which detracts from the overall immersion of the game.”
- “The textures are low resolution, and the lighting effects are poorly implemented, resulting in a visually unappealing experience.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The music in the game is highly praised for its cultural authenticity, blending traditional Taiwanese sounds with modern rock elements, which enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's suitability to the storyline and the quality of sound effects, contributing to an immersive atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that complements the game's engaging narrative.
- “I adore how the music in this game is so suitable and it is so full of Taiwanese culture.”
- “The music also mixes traditional sounds with more rock vibes, creating an interesting fusion.”
- “Great storyline and soundtrack!”
- “The music in this game is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel dull after a short while.”
- “While the game attempts to incorporate cultural elements, the music often feels out of place and doesn't enhance the experience.”
- “The background music is too loud and overshadows important sound effects, making it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is generally well-received, with the second chapter offering improved difficulty and mechanics compared to the first. Players appreciate the blend of stealth and action, as well as the unique power-up system that adds depth to familiar gameplay concepts. Additionally, the game provides an engaging insight into Taiwanese religious culture and history.
- “Superb gameplay, giving an insight into Taiwan's religious culture and history.”
- “I thought the game mechanics were interesting, and the way the different pick-up powers worked were unique takes on familiar concepts.”
- “The gameplay is a mix of stealth and pure action.”
- “The second chapter has better gameplay and higher difficulty compared to the first chapter, which is more like a prologue.”
- “First of all, I'll preface this review by mentioning that it contains some spoilers; I won't reveal the story, but I may discuss some of the mechanics or challenges involved.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be deeply impactful, with a particularly poignant storyline centered around the character Li Huowang that reveals sad and heart-touching narratives intertwined with Taiwanese history. The combination of engaging puzzles and a compelling story enhances the overall emotional experience.
- “At first, it may be fun, but the more you play, the more you will find some sad and heart-touching stories, especially the background story of the boy, Li Huowang.”
- “The storyline is amazing, very touching, and full of Taiwanese history.”
- “The story line is touching, and the puzzles are good enough.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The game's atmosphere is uniquely captivating, blending stunning graphics with a mysterious and spooky setting that draws heavily on Taiwanese cultural traditions. Despite some animation issues, it effectively immerses players in a rich representation of both historical and contemporary Taiwan.
- “While not super well polished, for example, the animation can be jittery at times, the atmosphere and setting are very unique.”
- “Rest assured, this game really does feel like a blast of Taiwanese past; it really feels like what present-day Taiwanese talk about, and the sounds and atmosphere even let you in on some of present-day Taiwan.”
- “I found the graphics to be stunning, and the developers did a good job creating a mysterious and spooky atmosphere, playing on many of the cultural traditions of Taiwan to enhance the experience.”
- “Rest assured, this game really does feel like a blast of Taiwanese past; it captures what present-day Taiwanese talk about, and the sounds and atmosphere even let you in on some aspects of present-day Taiwan.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized, delivering a smooth experience even on high settings, with users reporting around 90 fps on a GTX 1060 6GB. Overall, players find the graphics appealing and performance reliable.
- “The game is enjoyable to play, the graphics are nice and run smoothly on the highest settings (GTX 1060 6GB around 90 FPS).”
- “Runs smoothly.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The humor in the game is primarily conveyed through its witty English dialogues, though a deeper appreciation requires an understanding of Taiwanese culture and language to fully grasp all the comedic elements.
- “The game features hilarious dialogues that keep you laughing throughout the experience.”
- “The humor in the game is cleverly woven into the storyline, making every interaction entertaining.”
- “You'll find yourself chuckling at the witty banter and funny situations that arise during gameplay.”