Psychopathy Assessment

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"Psychopathy Assessment" is a horror game presented in a retro 80s VHS style, where you take a disturbing psychopathy exam. Your answers to intense, probing questions determine the eerie consequences, with the screen flickering and warping under the weight of your decisions. The game promises a chilling experience that blurs the line between gaming and reality.

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Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 59 reviews

story16 positive mentions

The game features a captivating story with multiple outcomes based on player choices, keeping players engaged and on edge throughout.
The PS1-style graphics and analog horror elements create a nostalgic yet unsettling atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
It successfully delivers a genuinely disconcerting experience, pushing boundaries and leaving a lasting impression on players.

The dialogue can be overly lengthy and repetitive, dragging down the pacing and making some sections feel monotonous.
The 'test' aspect of the game is underutilized and feels disconnected from the main story, leading to a lack of depth in character motivations.
Some content may come off as gratuitous or edgy for shock value, which can detract from the overall narrative and player immersion.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many praising its gripping and dark narrative that effectively combines analog horror and PS1-style graphics. While some players found the choices impactful and the characters well-developed, others criticized certain elements as shallow or unnecessary, particularly the "test" aspect, which felt disconnected from the main storyline. Overall, it is recommended for fans of horror games seeking a captivating and unsettling experience, despite some pacing issues and moments of excessive dialogue.
- “If you're a fan of analog horror games with a gripping story, I highly recommend giving this one a try!”
- “Overall the game is great, I really enjoyed the story and it had me on edge pretty much the entire time.”
- “It pulls you in with analog horror elements that actually work, characters feel real, and the story is surprisingly captivating.”
- “The story is short; the experience is uncomfortable.”
- “The main reason I feel the story falls flat for me is that no characters have any depth to them.”
- “The 'test' aspect is underused and actually has no impact on the story in any way.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their nostalgic PS1 aesthetic, which effectively combines retro visuals with a gritty, unsettling atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the unique approach to blending analog horror elements with this style, creating a compelling and immersive experience that feels both genuine and reminiscent of classic horror games. Overall, the PS1 graphics contribute significantly to the game's dark themes and storytelling.
- “Cool graphics: I'm biased, but I love the PS1 style graphics, and this game pulls them off well.”
- “So for starters, I've been fairly burnt out on the abundance of analog horror and PS1 graphic horror games, but this one caught my attention seeing as it combined the two genres into one and didn't hesitate to tackle pretty dark and graphic concepts within its story.”
- “The PS1-style graphics give the game a gritty, old-school vibe that feels nostalgic and unsettling at the same time.”
- “This gritty, nostalgic sense is added by the PSX-style graphics, and the entire experience seems both too genuine and like a trip back in time.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The gameplay is described as interesting, complemented by a nostalgic VHS PS1 graphic style. While the game is relatively short, it offers a compelling experience with a good story and decent mechanics.
- “Interesting gameplay and nice VHS PS1 graphic style.”
- “Even though the game is fairly short, I think you get an interesting experience with a good story and some decent gameplay.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its eerie, nostalgic quality, enhanced by a VHS sound effect that adds to the atmosphere. However, players have expressed a desire for the music to continue playing during pauses in dialogue, as it contributes significantly to the overall experience.
- “Something about the eerie old music just hits different with the VHS sound.”
- “One thing I'd like to see maybe for future updates is letting the music play through during the interview, even when pausing to read.”
- “One thing I'd like to see for future updates is allowing the music to play through during the interview, even when pausing to read.”
- “The eerie old music has a unique quality that resonates differently with the VHS sound.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the game evokes strong and unusual emotions, leaving them with a sense of confusion or discomfort. This emotional impact seems to be a notable aspect of the gaming experience.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is perceived as light-hearted and amusing, though some players find it to be somewhat childish and lacking depth. Overall, it appears to be a mixed bag, appealing to those who enjoy a more playful tone while potentially alienating others seeking more sophisticated humor.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a degree of replayability, as players can experience different outcomes based on their initial choices. However, opinions on this aspect remain neutral, suggesting that while variations exist, they may not significantly enhance the overall experience.
- “The game offers different outcomes based on your initial choices, which adds a layer of replayability.”
- “With various results stemming from different starting answers, the game encourages multiple playthroughs.”
- “The ability to experience different endings by making different choices at the beginning enhances the game's replayability.”
- “Replayability: I'm adding this as a neutral point because the game does tout having different results if you answer differently at the beginning.”