Priest Simulator: Heavy Duty

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Sandbox with a vampire priest in the leading role. Destroy shatanists and turn the devil's village into an oasis of christianism.

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Play Modes

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

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 185 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and absurd sense of humor, making it a fun and entertaining experience.
Gameplay mechanics are engaging, with a mix of combat, exploration, and quirky tasks that keep players entertained.
As a free demo, it offers a surprisingly polished experience with good graphics and enjoyable soundtracks.

The AI voice acting feels unnatural and detracts from the overall immersion of the game.
Some players experienced minor bugs and issues with controls, particularly with quick-select mechanics.
The game may not be low-end PC friendly, with reports of performance issues on less powerful systems.

gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
63%
11%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of absurd humor and engaging mechanics, drawing comparisons to titles like Postal and Zeno Clash. Players can expect a variety of tasks, including combat, crafting, and unique activities like exorcisms, all set within a polished environment that encourages exploration and experimentation. While some bugs and design choices may detract from the experience, the overall gameplay loop is described as addictive and enjoyable, with a refreshing take on the genre.
- “But I still recommend it because the gameplay, mainly the fighting, with the aforementioned wrench and knuckles, works pretty well and becomes somewhat addictive.”
- “The graphics, music, sound effects, and mechanics are all very tight and polished for a free game, and there's enemy infighting which I always welcome.”
- “Even though it is called Priest Simulator, I wouldn't really put it into the simulator category - instead, it's more like its own weird game with a story and sandbox-like mechanics to play around with, without restricting you like most games do nowadays.”
- “Gameplay reminds me of Postal but weirder, if you can believe it.”
- “There are bugs and some design choices are annoying (door opening mechanics), but it doesn't spoil the fun.”
- “Even though it is called Priest Simulator, I wouldn't really put it into the simulator bucket - instead, it's more like its own weird game with a story and sandbox-ish mechanics to play around without restricting you like most games do nowadays.”
story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
60%
12%
The game's story is characterized by its unique blend of absurd and dark humor, featuring a satirical narrative centered around a priest and a streamer, with engaging missions that allow for player creativity. Players appreciate the meticulous storytelling, entertaining voice lines, and a documentary-style presentation that enhances the overall experience. While some reviews note a lack of depth in the story, the fun and originality keep players engaged throughout.
- “Brilliant humor, refreshing and original story, and the prologue alone is better than many fully released games out there (it's the only thing holding me over until the full-game release comes out).”
- “It's not a simulator, but a wild story filled with absurd and dark humor.”
- “Even though it is called priest simulator, I wouldn't really put it into the simulator bucket - instead, it's more like its own weird game with a story and sandbox-ish mechanics to play around without restricting you like most games do nowadays.”
- “☐ no story”
- “🔲 this game has no story”
- “The story is quite simple and is actually needed for the main game as well!”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in this game is widely praised for its absurdity, originality, and satirical elements, often drawing comparisons to titles like Postal 2. Players appreciate the funny voice lines, quirky mechanics, and the overall comedic experience, although some note that the humor may be more accessible to Polish audiences due to translation issues. Overall, the game delivers a laugh-out-loud experience that keeps players engaged and entertained.
- “Also, major thanks to the devs for listening to their players and fixing the achievements of this laugh-out-loud funny indie demo.”
- “Hilarious indie game, very funny and surprisingly well made!!”
- “Gameplay's solid enough and the absurdist humor is up my alley.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
63%
16%
The music in the game has received high praise for its engaging and diverse soundtrack, featuring catchy tunes and intense combat themes that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of genres, particularly the metal influences, which add excitement to gameplay and contribute to the game's fun atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element, with many looking forward to its official release.
- “I really liked the music and the song references.”
- “The soundtrack is surprisingly good to be honest.”
- “Very interesting game, with lots of humor and kick ass metal music.”
- “🔲 just filling noises/no music”
- “The game is a bit hard to understand for an English-only speaker, but that's the only real complaint; the soundtrack is really sick at points and it has some pretty fun mini games.”
- “Funny references to stuff like TPB, heavy music, and Polish culture kept me on my toes to catch every single one.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
Overall, the graphics have received positive feedback for their significant improvements over previous titles, showcasing great detail in textures and lighting that enhance the game's quality. However, some users noted a lack of graphic settings, which could limit customization options. The polished visuals contribute to a cohesive and engaging experience, particularly for a free game.
- “The graphics, music, sound effects, and mechanics are all very tight and polished for a free game, and there's enemy infighting which I always welcome.”
- “The detail in the textures is great, and the lighting also makes this game feel a lot more high-quality as far as visuals go.”
- “Lack of graphic settings.”
- “The graphics are alright, nothing fancy, but the gameplay is there, and the concept I find quite refreshing.”
- “The visuals improved immensely compared to previous titles like Infernal Radiation and Ultimate Summer!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Players find the game to have significant replayability, with many noting its engaging music and unique experiences that can intrigue both players and their pets. While it offers a nearly infinite replay value, some users mention it serves as a positive distraction rather than a profound spiritual experience.
- “Funky music will definitely intrigue your pets if the music is played on a speaker. The game has great replay value and has helped me with my depression.”
- “Infinitely replayable (or almost).”
- “The game has replay value, helped me with my depression, not with my spiritual journey... oh well.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm not making any progress.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game presents a unique blend of wholesome themes and community engagement, juxtaposed with darker elements such as battling shatanists and exorcising a demon, all while incorporating humor through heavy drinking. This contrast creates an emotionally complex experience that challenges players' perceptions of morality and community values.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.