Party Hard Go

About

In Party Hard Go, you take on the role of a frustrated neighbor determined to stop loud parties. Progress through various levels, each with unique party-goers and challenges, using stealth and cunning to disrupt the events without raising suspicion. Embrace a darkly humorous tone as you strategize and execute your mission to bring peace and quiet to the neighborhood.

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Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 549 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

stability31 negative mentions

The game has a fun and challenging gameplay experience, reminiscent of classic stealth games.
The retro graphics and music create a nostalgic atmosphere that many players enjoy.
The game offers a unique concept where players can strategize their kills and interact with the environment.

The game is plagued by a persistent debug console that frequently interrupts gameplay, making it nearly unplayable.
Many players report issues with achievements not unlocking, particularly for key characters, which limits replayability.
Controls are often unresponsive or frustrating, especially with the lack of proper controller support on mobile devices.

stability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Players frequently encounter issues such as unresponsive controls, unexpected menu pop-ups, and character unlock failures, leading to a frustrating experience. While some users acknowledge the game's potential, the overwhelming presence of technical problems renders it nearly unplayable for many.
- “One small fee, no glitches, no ads, they don't try to work you for more money, and it's extremely fun.”
- “The achievement system of this game is very buggy and only 5 out of 3 characters can be unlocked; no matter what I do, Ninja and Katie won't unlock for me.”
- “The mobile port for this game is horrifically buggy, with most actions resulting in a Unity error page taking over the whole screen.”
- “The game is extremely buggy and almost unplayable.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
64%
14%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun mechanics and engaging story, but it is significantly marred by frequent interruptions from debug menus and other bugs that obstruct the experience. While players appreciate the potential and classic feel of the game, the persistent technical issues detract from overall enjoyment, making it difficult to fully appreciate the gameplay. Many users express a desire for updates to address these glitches and improve the overall experience.
- “Great gameplay though, if they added a few more maps I'd say it was worth it.”
- “But the gameplay has so much potential.”
- “The gameplay is smart and the gags are worth it.”
- “Unity console randomly appears blocking the screen and input (without pausing gameplay) making the game unplayable.”
- “Unfortunately the experience has been ruined by some built-in debug mode repeatedly popping up during gameplay.”
- “There's a white config screen that keeps showing up every 30 seconds, it ruins the gameplay.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The game's story is praised for its originality and engaging elements, particularly the unexpected twists involving the detective's daughter and the killer. However, players have noted that technical issues and bugs detract from the overall experience, making it difficult to fully immerse in the narrative. While many appreciate the storyline and gameplay, some feel that the execution leaves gaps, resulting in a disjointed storytelling experience.
- “The game was great for the storyline and the pixel art style.”
- “Such a twist and original take with a story I also wasn't expecting.”
- “Very cool, and I love the story so far. 5/5 best game.”
- “The only part of the story that got my attention was the detective's daughter being with the killer; the ending was messy in my opinion.”
- “Felt like I was watching somebody tell a story to someone else, just eavesdropping and not getting the full thing.”
- “It has the best story, but I could not finish the game, and the gameplay is good.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro pixel art style that many players appreciate, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the game. However, some users have noted issues with precision in navigation and screen layout, as the portrait orientation can lead to stretched visuals that hinder gameplay. Overall, while the art style is praised, technical execution may detract from the experience for some players.
- “I really enjoy this type of game style, the music is great, and the graphics are retro.”
- “The game was great for the storyline and the pixel art style.”
- “Good game, awesome graphics, and perfect playthrough!”
- “I wish the graphics were a little more precise in terms of where I can walk and where I can't.”
- “The UI and the overall game are oriented in portrait instead of landscape, so all the graphics are squished to try and fit on my screen.”
- “Everything was stretched from top to bottom, and the pixel graphics made it so hard to play.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as darkly comedic, appealing to those with a twisted sense of humor and an anti-social streak. While the premise is funny and engaging, some users note that the execution lacks polish, particularly in controls. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm, especially in moments like the amusing interactions with the police.
- “It's a darkly humorous little romp through the bad part of your psyche, the part that has that point where you just think 'fk everything!'.”
- “If tinyBuild could just make the controls a bit more fluid, I would wholeheartedly recommend PHG to anyone with an anti-social streak or a twisted sense of humor they'd rather express harmlessly.”
- “Amazing pixel game; it's so funny when the cops get tired and stop chasing you.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users appreciating its retro style and 80s influences, which complement the game's horror and old-school 8-bit aesthetics. However, there are reports of technical issues, such as app freezing after a pause, though the music continues to play during these moments. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the gaming experience significantly.
- “I really enjoy this type of game style; the music is great, and the graphics are retro.”
- “Great easter eggs for anyone into horror, old school 8-bit games, and 80s music.”
- “Good music.”
- “Only bug on my Note 4 is app freeze after being on pause for 5 minutes. After hitting resume, it goes to the game but locks up with the music still playing.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The game's replayability is hindered by the limited differentiation between new characters, making repeated playthroughs of the same maps feel less rewarding and somewhat frustrating for players.
- “The replay value allows you to play the same maps with new characters, but the new characters aren't significantly different to make it worth it.”
- “The replay value allows you to play the same maps with new characters, but the new characters are not different enough to make it worth it.”
- “Rather frustrating because that limits replayability.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game is polarizing; while some users criticize it as a cash grab for a buggy port, others appreciate the straightforward pricing model with no ads or additional fees, highlighting the game's fun factor.
- “Another crummy cash grab for a buggy, poorly ported game.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback; while some users appreciate the optimization for Android, others feel that it is lacking overall.
- “This is really cool! I love that it was optimized for Android. I hope you all do Party Hard 2 next.”
- “The game is not optimized at all.”
- “Performance issues make it clear that optimization was not a priority.”
- “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, indicating poor optimization.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a strong emotional connection to the game, indicating that it captivates them to the point of repeatedly engaging with the screen. This suggests that the game effectively evokes feelings that resonate deeply with players.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, particularly due to issues with achievements not functioning properly, which hampers their ability to unlock characters despite significant effort.
- “I really like the game, but I'm not happy about the achievements because they aren't working. I've been grinding characters to play, but the achievements do not work for some reason, making it impossible to unlock characters.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I enjoy the gameplay, but the amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and takes away from the fun.”