Peace, Death!

About

Peace, Death! is an arcade simulator where you play as the Reaper, working for Death during a seven-week trial period at Apocalypse, Inc. Your task is to determine each client's fate by examining their features, ranging from hat-loving to handgun-carrying, and categorize them into Heaven, Hell, or Purgatory. Random catastrophes add urgency to the game, requiring you to quickly and accurately allocate clients, unlock new ones, and increase Death's influence.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,416 reviews

gameplay80 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

The game features charming pixel art and a humorous narrative that keeps players engaged.
Gameplay is simple yet challenging, with a steady increase in difficulty that maintains interest.
It offers a unique twist on the 'Papers, Please' formula, providing a fun and addictive experience without ads or microtransactions.

Localization issues lead to confusing dialogue and unclear instructions, detracting from the overall experience.
The game can freeze or crash unexpectedly, causing frustration and loss of progress.
Some mechanics, such as the purgatory rules, are poorly explained, leading to confusion and mistakes during gameplay.

gameplay
145 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
42%
3%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun, engaging mechanics and smooth controls, drawing comparisons to "Papers, Please" with a unique twist. Players appreciate the steady difficulty curve, humor, and the introduction of new mechanics that keep the experience fresh, although some express frustration with unclear instructions and reliance on luck. Overall, the game offers a solid, enjoyable experience with charming visuals and a variety of challenges, making it appealing for both casual and dedicated gamers.
- “The gameplay is simple yet challenging, and the humor in the game is really well done for the most part.”
- “Gameplay is fun and engaging, and there's enough challenge and more layers of gameplay added on later in the game so that it doesn't become stale.”
- “This game is enjoyable from start to end, and is rich with details and riveting gameplay.”
- “I find this stupid game mechanic incredibly frustrating because that means there's no real way to win with a decent score; it's just completely up to RNG at this point, and down entirely to a 50/50 chance!”
- “The controls are wonky, and you aren't told much about how some mechanics work, so you must just... take a guess and pray you are right.”
- “The game is good; I enjoy it, but my personal experience has been filled with bugs involving purgatory and sometimes elevators. I put the right creature in, but it says I didn't and gives me a failed mark.”
humor
143 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
2%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and wit, with many players enjoying the quirky dialogues and amusing scenarios, particularly involving the characters sent to hell, heaven, or purgatory. The art style complements the humor, creating a fun and engaging experience that keeps players entertained, despite some noting occasional repetitiveness. Overall, the game is described as hilarious and well-crafted, making it a standout in its genre.
- “The gameplay is simple yet challenging, and the humor in the game is really well done for the most part.”
- “The art style is quite charming, and I truly enjoy the humor it has, especially the kinds of people you send to hell, heaven, or purgatory.”
- “It's quite a snarky game with good humor and lots of love.”
- “That was the point, an unfunny game!”
- “The jokes fell flat and felt forced.”
- “I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than funny.”
graphics
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
43%
3%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming pixelated art style, distinct visuals, and attention to detail, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the retro aesthetic and humor, noting that the graphics complement the mechanics well. However, some critiques mention that the low-quality visuals can occasionally hinder gameplay clarity, making it difficult to distinguish certain elements.
- “The retro style graphics really make it stand out among other games.”
- “The graphics complement the gameplay and look great.”
- “Wonderful old school graphics that are also adorable.”
- “The graphics aren't good enough for a game like this; to tell all these differences apart really fast, but I guess that's the point.”
- “Incomprehensible menus (hint: learn to use words), potato graphics that make the game virtually unplayable (hint: brown guns on slightly different shades of brown background don't stand out too much), and generally a waste of time.”
- “The low-quality graphics make it difficult to discern who to send to heaven and who to send to hell.”
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
50%
11%
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players enjoying its engaging characters and entertaining themes, while others find it confusing and lacking depth. Many appreciate the fun and fast-paced gameplay, but several reviewers express a desire for a more substantial narrative and clearer direction. Overall, while the story is entertaining for some, it leaves others wanting more in terms of depth and development.
- “I love the story and the theme levels.”
- “The gameplay is fun and fast-paced, the story and characters are entertaining, and the soundtrack is one of the best I've ever heard in any game.”
- “The saddest part is that I finished the story in one day, but it was totally worth it.”
- “Not as story-driven and immensely more silly.”
- “Story and dialogue are confusing at best and nonsense at worst.”
- “No tutorial, no story, no reason, nothing on why anyone should play the game or keep playing it.”
monetization
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
19%
11%
The game is praised for its monetization model, featuring no ads or microtransactions, which allows players to enjoy a seamless gaming experience. Instead of the typical mobile game pitfalls, it offers purchasable DLC and a one-time payment structure, enhancing its appeal as a fun and engaging title. Overall, players appreciate the absence of intrusive monetization tactics, focusing solely on gameplay enjoyment.
- “Tons of fun, no ads, no microtransactions (only purchasable DLC), the writing is clever and the levels are increasingly challenging.”
- “It is a very great mobile game because it doesn't require an internet connection, you can play it on and off, no microtransactions, no daily login, etc... so you only get the fun of playing the game and none of the usual mobile game BS.”
- “No ads, no pay to win - just a real game with fun mechanics and enjoyable gameplay.”
- “I wish more games were low price/shorter than endless and free with microtransactions.”
- “You pay for it outright so no in-app purchases.”
- “It is a very great mobile game because it doesn't require an internet connection, you can play it on and off, no microtransactions, no daily login, etc... so you only get the fun of playing the game and none of the usual mobile game bs.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
25%
13%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the soundtrack as one of the best they've ever encountered, contributing significantly to the game's appeal. However, some players have reported technical issues, such as music skipping, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the energetic and engaging music is a standout feature that enhances the fun and fast-paced gameplay.
- “On a sidenote, the music/soundtrack is fantastic and could make this game 5 stars on its own.”
- “The gameplay is fun and fast-paced, the story and characters are entertaining, and the soundtrack is one of the best I've ever heard in any game.”
- “Frenetic and funny, great music, great concept, easy to play, tough to master.”
- “The music constantly skips every second or so, and I have no clue why, but it's excruciatingly annoying.”
- “I think the music needs fixing; it's a bit jarring to have it being broken.”
- “The music, graphics, and gameplay!”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences frequent freezing issues, which significantly impacts playability, despite users noting that when it runs smoothly, it offers an enjoyable experience. While some players report occasional glitches, the overall sentiment suggests that stability is a major concern that detracts from the game's potential.
- “Really fun but freezes too much to be playable. I'm using the Galaxy S8; it's a strong phone, but the game was made poorly.”
- “Pretty good, but buggy.”
- “Great game, love it. I agree with some other reviews; it occasionally glitches/freezes, which is very annoying. Other than that, keep it up.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the game to have good replayability, with many expressing a desire to revisit it after completing their first playthrough. While some note that the game is relatively short, its engaging mechanics encourage multiple runs. Overall, it seems to offer enough variety to keep players coming back for more.
- “If you like something that requires attention and has good replayability, then this one is quite good. Mind you, it's my first time trying something like this!”
- “I love this game! I finished my first playthrough pretty quickly; however, I'm starting my second to see if there's good replay value.”
- “Great game, a little short but definitely replayable.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mix of fun and tedium, with many noting that while it can become tiresome after the first week, it is not perceived negatively overall.
- “Gets tedious after week 1”
- “But it felt tedious and tiresome.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its simple mechanics and smooth performance, indicating effective optimization that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “The mechanics are simple and it runs smoothly.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game is enjoyable, players express frustration with the touch screen recognition, which detracts from the overall emotional engagement and immersion in the experience.