Purple Maniac

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Purple Maniac is a single player action game. It was developed by Thighisen and was released on August 29, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

This is a short horror visual novel inspired by true events I've experienced, In Purple Maniac you play as a father with his baby in a bathroom stall. Then a murderer and his latest victim enter the restroom. You have to keep your baby quiet while you hear the slaughter coming from right beside you. Do you cover your baby's ears to the sound of a power drill or rock them to sleep?

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

story3 negative mentions

The game features excellent sound design and clever gameplay choices that enhance the horror experience.
It offers a unique and engaging short story that captures relatable themes, making it a memorable visual novel.
Players appreciate the ability to save before decisions, allowing for exploration of different endings without replaying the entire game.

Some players found the game too short and felt it lacked depth, leading to disappointment.
There are requests for additional features like alternative losses, a quit button, and achievements, indicating areas for improvement.
A few reviews expressed skepticism about the authenticity of the story and criticized the overall execution.

story
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The game features a compelling short story that captivates players, making it difficult to disengage even when distractions are present. Overall, it is well-received for its engaging narrative.
- “A very neat short story game that I enjoyed a lot.”
- “The story is so engaging that silencing my phone does nothing to distract me from it.”
- “Silencing my phone does nothing to improve the story.”
- “The plot twists were predictable and lacked any real impact.”
- “The characters felt one-dimensional and their motivations were unclear.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is straightforward, requiring players to make a moral choice between comforting a baby or shielding its ears from the sounds of a murder occurring nearby.
- “The gameplay is simple: you must choose between rocking the baby or covering his ears while a murderer tortures a victim outside.”