Party Hard

Party Hard isn’t without fault; there are a couple minor oversights in the translations, and the voice acting in the cutscenes that tell the story are both awful and predictable, but that sort of lends to the charm.

78%Game Brain Score

music, gameplay

grinding, stability

84% User Score Based on 4,310 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 19 reviews

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In "Party Hard," play as a frustrated neighbor who turns to violent methods to stop loud parties. This tactical strategy game features semi-procedurally generated environments and creative assassination methods, allowing you to take down partygoers in various ways. The game follows a series of killings at parties across the USA, offering a dark and humorous experience.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,329 reviews

music434 positive mentions

grinding112 negative mentions

music
861 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
44%
6%
The music in "Party Hard" is widely praised for its catchy, upbeat techno and retro synthwave style, which complements the game's quirky and darkly comedic atmosphere. However, many players note that the soundtrack can become repetitive due to each level featuring a single looping track, leading to frustration during longer play sessions. Overall, while the music is a highlight for many, its limited variety can detract from the experience over time.
- “First and foremost, the music is sensational!”
- “The music is fantastic, the visuals are flashy, and the storyline has interesting twists and turns.”
- “The soundtrack is amazing, arguably one of the best I have ever heard in a game.”
- “Every level has one song that just plays on repeat, this gets annoying fast.”
- “The music is very repetitive.”
- “The soundtrack can get on your nerves due to the repetitiveness of it.”
gameplay
854 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
55%
10%
The gameplay of "Party Hard" is characterized by its blend of stealth mechanics and chaotic action, where players must eliminate partygoers without being caught. While the game features a unique premise and engaging art style, many reviews highlight issues with repetitiveness, reliance on random elements, and inconsistent mechanics that can lead to frustration. Overall, the gameplay is described as fun and addictive, but it may become tedious over time due to a lack of depth and variety in mechanics.
- “Each level is clever and it's fun to rediscover all of the mechanics again when you move to a new one.”
- “With its pixelated art style, quirky soundtrack, and addictive gameplay, Party Hard is a uniquely fun and darkly comedic experience.”
- “The gameplay is simple yet tons of fun, and requires quite a bit of thinking to correctly carry out your killings.”
- “It is legit fun for about the first dozen levels but by the midway point the difficulty just becomes so artificially inflated that whatever early enjoyment you find in the gameplay just turns into nothing but tedious frustration.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive, but still fun.”
- “The gameplay is rather tedious and repetitive.”
story
808 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
64%
6%
The story of "Party Hard" is a darkly comedic narrative centered around a serial killer who seeks peace by eliminating noisy partygoers, presented through cutscenes between levels. While some players appreciate its absurdity and humor, many criticize the voice acting and predictability of the plot, describing it as clichéd and poorly executed. Overall, the story serves as a light backdrop to the gameplay, which is often more engaging than the narrative itself.
- “The storyline was good, and I like how you have different skills and abilities depending on which character you play.”
- “I did end up liking the story, which I didn't think I would in the beginning, but it brought it together in the end.”
- “The story is intriguing but really I'm just in it for the death.”
- “The story is incredibly weak and the dialogue is cringe-worthy nearly all the time.”
- “The story is awful beyond belief, predictable, and involves murdering hundreds of innocent party-goers.”
- “The writing of the story is horrible, horrible, horrible garbage.”
graphics
389 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
52%
3%
The graphics of "Party Hard" are characterized by a charming pixel art style that evokes nostalgia for classic 90s games, with vibrant colors and a retro aesthetic that many players find appealing. While some reviews note that the simplistic visuals can occasionally hinder gameplay clarity, the overall consensus is that the graphics effectively complement the game's quirky and darkly comedic themes. The combination of pixelated graphics and an engaging soundtrack creates an enjoyable atmosphere, making it a standout feature for fans of indie games.
- “The pixel art style is really vibrant, detailed, and full of personality.”
- “The game's retro graphics and chiptune soundtrack create a fun and nostalgic atmosphere that is a throwback to classic video games of the 90s.”
- “The graphics are very graphically pleasing, as the art style and colors are wonderful.”
- “The mechanics are pretty chunky, visuals pretty mediocre for a pixel game, story pretty cliché, and the voice acting is hilariously bad!”
- “It’s just lacking any interesting ideas, and honestly what little is here is executed so badly - with muddy pixel visuals that blend together and the worst voice acting since 'Hunt Down the Freeman' - that I really don’t know if making the mechanics work would have saved it.”
- “Unfortunately, it can be hard to see where you can or can’t walk sometimes because everything is shown in 2D with pixelated graphics, and because of that, objects sometimes lack the finer detail that normally distinguishes these parts better.”
humor
284 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
2%
The humor in "Party Hard" is characterized by its dark, absurd, and often chaotic nature, blending strategic gameplay with comedic elements that evoke laughter through unexpected and outrageous scenarios. Players appreciate the hilarious NPC interactions, creative methods of "party crashing," and the game's tongue-in-cheek approach to its morbid premise, making it a unique experience for those with a taste for dark humor. While some find the humor repetitive or cringe-worthy at times, the overall consensus is that the game successfully delivers a fun and entertaining mix of strategy and comedy.
- “Party Hard is a hilarious, over-the-top party-crashing simulator where your goal is simple: stop the loud, obnoxious parties by any means necessary—preferably without getting caught!”
- “The game combines strategic planning with dark humor, as you sneak around various party locations, sabotage the festivities, and eliminate partygoers in creative (and often absurd) ways.”
- “The setup of the game is hilariously simple and dark: you're a sleep-deprived person tired of loud, late-night parties.”
- “Absolutely abysmal: stupid, juvenile, unfunny, repetitive, boring.”
- “For me, it was on that fine line of not knowing if the deliveries were supposed to be funny and cliché, or if this was the hardest the actors were trying.”
- “It isn't funny, the voice acting is cringey, and it's the same thing over and over.”
replayability
130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
58%
7%
The game offers significant replayability through various unlockable characters, each with unique abilities, and randomized level elements that keep gameplay fresh. Players appreciate the challenge of achieving high scores and completing achievements, although some feel that the replay value diminishes over time. Overall, the combination of community-created content and procedural generation contributes to a robust replay experience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate varied gameplay.
- “One of the most creative and fun indie games I have ever seen, with a lot of replayability value.”
- “The levels have randomized elements to mix things up, drastically adding to the replay value.”
- “The variety of levels, hilarious random events, unlockable characters, and challenging achievements keep this game exciting and replayable.”
- “The core game really has no replay value other than trying to get achievements.”
- “However, I am not sure how much replayability there really is in here unless you purchase new maps.”
- “While you'd think that makes for replayability, it just kinda... doesn't.”
grinding
117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
2%
96%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being slow, tedious, and frustrating, particularly in later levels where players must repetitively kill enemies one by one after exhausting traps. Many reviewers noted that while the initial gameplay can be enjoyable, it quickly devolves into a monotonous grind, especially with achievements requiring excessive repetition. Overall, the game suffers from a lack of engaging mechanics as it progresses, leading to a tedious experience that detracts from its initial charm.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “It is legit fun for about the first dozen levels but by the midway point the difficulty just becomes so artificially inflated that whatever early enjoyment you find in the gameplay just turns into nothing but tedious frustration.”
- “You're going to fail missions over and over, sometimes right when you're almost finished and you're going to end up right back at the very beginning of what was 15 literal minutes of patiently, tediously stalking everyone down and you're going to have to do it all over again, slowly walking around the map with extremely limited ways to actually get the job done.”
- “After that, it got real old real fast because all levels are just tedious, long, drawn out stabfests.”
stability
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The game is widely criticized for its numerous glitches and bugs, which significantly detract from the overall experience. While some players find the game entertaining despite these issues, many report frustrating gameplay interruptions and inconsistent mechanics. Overall, the stability of the game is a major concern, with frequent bugs impacting both gameplay and achievement tracking.
- “On top of that, it should run just fine on even the pokiest of hardware - it runs great on my 1.3 GHz Atom-powered tablet (a keyboard or gamepad is required, mind you) without any issues at all.”
- “The main and most prevalent problem in the game is the glitches that you encounter.”
- “I don't think you should support a developer who disrespects their customers by selling them a buggy and terribly written game, both of which could have easily been corrected with a minimum effort.”
- “This game is a buggy mess but is still somehow fun for some reason.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
37%
19%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its nostalgic retro graphics and chiptune soundtrack, evoking a fun and lighthearted vibe reminiscent of 90s video games. While it balances a comedic undertone with darker themes, the music enhances the overall experience, making it a compelling choice for fans of strategic gameplay and retro aesthetics. Despite some graphical limitations, the unique atmosphere and engaging sound design contribute significantly to its appeal.
- “The game's retro graphics and chiptune soundtrack create a fun and nostalgic atmosphere that is a throwback to classic video games of the 90s.”
- “Amazing atmosphere and idea, 10/10, highly recommend this game!!”
- “The music helps to project a very retro-like atmosphere and feel.”
- “Despite the gloomy atmosphere in the cutscenes, the game is generally pretty lighthearted and careless.”
- “They make me feel awkward and there always seems to be a forced atmosphere.”
- “Graphically, the game isn't a marvel, but it suits the atmosphere of the game.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is polarizing; while some players find it heartwarming and appreciate its ability to evoke strong feelings, others are disturbed by the juxtaposition of lighthearted gameplay with graphic depictions of violence, particularly towards women. This contrast creates a complex emotional experience that can leave players feeling conflicted and uneasy. Overall, the game elicits a range of emotions, from joy to discomfort, depending on individual perspectives.
- “This game is uniquely psychotic, heartwarming, and fun.”
- “Finally, a game that speaks to me on an emotional level.”
- “I must say the story through each level or round is very heartwarming.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game is criticized for being poorly optimized, leading to frustrating experiences with resolution settings and overall performance issues, despite the capabilities of modern graphics hardware.
- “Nvidia and AMD don't spend all this time making 3D accelerators that run smoothly in 4K for baristas to make low-res 2D games.”
- “When the campaign is completed, and depending on your performance, new characters can become available to you.”
- “The game is an unoptimized mess that forces me to try and blindly change the resolution settings each time I turn it on.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Character development in the game is visually appealing, with decent level design and attractive character designs, though some players feel that the minimalist pixel art may limit depth. However, the effectiveness of character development is hindered by subpar voice acting, particularly when it fails to match the characters, which is crucial since much of the narrative relies on dialogue.
- “The level design is pretty good and character design (from what I've seen, haven't unlocked them all) is great.”
- “The stages themselves look decent even with minimalist pixel character design.”
- “I do feel like the voice acting really let the game down though, as one voice in particular really did not seem to match the character portrayed, which is disappointing considering literally all of the story and character development come from their dialogue.”
- “I do feel like the voice acting really let the game down, as one voice in particular did not seem to match the character portrayed. This is disappointing considering that all of the story and character development come from their dialogue.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on an emotional level.”
- “The choices I made during the game didn't seem to impact the character development at all, leaving me feeling like my decisions were meaningless.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect has received negative feedback due to misleading advertising regarding DLC features, specifically the claim of "local co-op enabled," which has not been fulfilled for an extended period. Users feel frustrated by what they perceive as deceptive marketing practices.
- “However, I must give it a negative review for now because they have been falsely advertising that the DLC is 'local co-op enabled' for going on a year.”
- “And here, of course, the shameless self-advertising.”

67%Critics’ scoreBased on 21 critic reviews

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8h Median play time

8h Average play time

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