Party Panic

About

"Party Panic" is a digital board game with mini-games, suitable for up to 4 players. It features a variety of fast-paced mini-games and a game board with different spaces that trigger events. Players can customize their characters and compete in party game modes, both locally and online. The game includes a single-player option against AI bots.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

+12

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 958 reviews

humor58 positive mentions

stability24 negative mentions

Fun party game that is enjoyable with friends, especially in local multiplayer.
Offers a variety of mini-games and customization options, making it entertaining for group play.
The game has a humorous and chaotic atmosphere, which can lead to a lot of laughter and fun moments.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, poor UI, and control issues, making it frustrating to navigate and play.
Many mini-games feel repetitive and lack depth, leading to a quick loss of interest.
Online multiplayer is often unplayable due to server issues and high latency, making it difficult to find games.

humor
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its humor, with many players finding it incredibly funny, especially when played with friends. The cartoonish aesthetic and quirky mini-games contribute to a lighthearted and hilarious experience, making it a great choice for party settings. However, some players feel that the humor may not resonate with everyone, and the game's content can feel limited for solo play.
- “Incredibly funny game to play with other people, just hilarious.”
- “A very intense, hilarious and surprising party game!”
- “Really good game if you want to play with your friends locally and now online, has a ton of minigames and gamemodes, can't stop laughing when playing.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
66%
9%
The gameplay of this game is widely criticized for its confusing mechanics and buggy AI, rendering it largely unplayable. While some players find the concept fun and reminiscent of classic party games, many report that the mini-games lack variety and have broken mechanics, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, despite a promising idea, the execution leaves much to be desired, with many recommending against purchasing it.
- “This is Mario Party on acid now, plus drinking game mechanics for base mini-game mayhem.”
- “Now add drinking game mechanics for the board game aspect, and new boards and/or workshop support, and this game would be even better.”
- “It's too bad because the idea behind this game is very good and the gameplay, when working, is really fun.”
- “This game is unplayable for various reasons such as confusing gameplay mechanics and a very confusing win system.”
- “Pretty broken basic mechanics at the moment.”
- “The mini games aren't varied enough and the mechanics in some are very much broken.”
stability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, disconnects, and high server ping, which lead to frustrating gameplay experiences. Players report various glitches, particularly in the board game mode and AI behavior, as well as poor optimization and UI problems. While some believe the game has potential if these issues are addressed, the current state is described as largely unplayable.
- “It's buggy, has several disconnects while playing and the servers have high ping, leading to jarring delays.”
- “The board game mode is a bit buggy, with the ability for characters to jump over obstacles or off of the specified path, with no way to get back to the 'valid' bit of the board.”
- “Bad UI, regularly freezes, poorly optimized.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
63%
13%
The graphics of the game are described as colorful and vibrant, with a charming art style that many players appreciate. However, some users find the visuals too silly and report performance issues, particularly on lower settings, which detracts from the overall experience. While the graphics are generally friendly and appealing, they may not meet the expectations of those seeking high-quality visuals and sound.
- “I love the art style, the board games, and basically everything!”
- “- colorful vibrant graphics”
- “Game looks very nice and I'm mostly a fan of the art style.”
- “Runs terribly (even on lowest graphic setting), confusing to do anything, and only tells the controls for one thing at a time.”
- “Party Panic reminds me a lot of the original Xbox Fusion Frenzy; controls and graphics are there, but the game mechanics just aren't very interesting.”
- “---{graphics}---”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
50%
33%
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with users reporting frequent freezes, a poorly designed UI, and overall sluggish performance. While the gameplay is enjoyable, many players have noted high CPU and GPU temperatures during play, indicating potential optimization issues that may vary by system. Overall, the game appears to be in need of further refinement to enhance its performance.
- “I play on Linux, there was an issue with performance, but I managed to find what's behind it and reported it to the developer.”
- “Very fun game and highly recommended, but I have to note that the game isn't well optimized; my thermals hit 70°C on the CPU and 65-70°C on the GPU when I play this game. I can't say this has been a problem with anything else.”
- “Bad UI, regularly freezes, poorly optimized.”
- “The game runs slowly and it looks like the game is not finished yet.”
- “I play on Linux, there was an issue with performance but I managed to find what's behind it and reported it to the developer.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
The story mode of the game is generally well-received, featuring a mix of unique minigames and wacky costumes that enhance the experience. However, some players find certain challenges within the story to be overly difficult.
- “A slapstick party game for anyone to enjoy; unique minigames, wacky costumes, and an entire story mode.”
- “Story mode is pretty good, but sometimes it's too hard.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The game offers decent replay value and is entertaining, though it falls short compared to titles like Ultimate Chicken Horse in the couch game genre. However, its limited development may restrict replayability for some players, making it a fun addition to a game library but not necessarily a long-term engagement.
- “It's pretty entertaining and has a decent replay value.”
- “🔴 Record best score for replay value.”
- “Because it is limited in terms of development, there may be only so much replayability for certain players.”
- “It is not as good as Ultimate Chicken Horse when it comes to replay value in the couch game genre, but it is indeed a fun game that is nice to have in the library.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
63%
13%
The music in the game is well-received, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience with upbeat tracks that complement the mini-games. Sound effects are also appropriately integrated, adding to the overall fun and encouraging competitive interactions among players. While some may view the music as a minor detail, it significantly contributes to the game's enjoyment.
- “Moreover, the music is on the right track and does a good job giving a little bounce to the mini games.”
- “The real fun comes in that beating up the other players along the way is not only allowed but it's encouraged, along with appropriate sound effects and music to boot.”
- “Although sound and music may be considered a brush-up touch to the final product, it can really enhance the experience.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, with multiple reviews noting that it can feel repetitive at times.
- “a bit grindy sometimes”
- “a bit grindy”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is significantly heightened when played with friends, as the urgency and excitement of racing to achieve objectives create an intense and engaging experience.
- “When playing with friends, the atmosphere becomes even more intense when everyone is rushing as fast as they can to get the combination down.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of humor and playfulness, creating a lighthearted yet impactful experience that resonates with players.
- “The game beautifully blends humor and emotion, creating a playful yet heartfelt experience.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the emotional depth of the characters, making the gameplay unforgettable.”
- “The combination of cartoony visuals and emotional storytelling really resonated with me.”