The Devil's Face

About

The Devil's Face is a single player simulation game with horror and fantasy themes. It was developed by Tzavis Studio and was released on August 25, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"The Devil's Face" is a horror game following Jonathan, a guilt-ridden man who, after a tragic accident, is judged in the afterlife and forced to live in the hell he has created. The game is based on the beliefs of a real pagan sect and the "Book of Demons," promising a deeper, more meaningful experience for players. With a focus on strong narrative and atmospheric horror, players will face the consequences of their actions in this journey through the afterlife.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals and a unique atmosphere that effectively embodies a hellish experience.
The story is intriguing, exploring themes of descent into Hell and redemption, with well-written dialogue and multiple endings.
Players have praised the game for its ability to create genuine scares, with effective jump scares and a creepy soundtrack.

The game is quite short, with a runtime of around an hour, leaving players wanting more depth and gameplay mechanics.
Some players found the use of loud jump scares to be excessive and cheap, detracting from the overall horror experience.
There are technical issues, such as flickering lights and a lack of voice acting, which can disrupt immersion.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The game's story, centered on a man's descent into hell following a tragic accident, is praised for its intriguing premise and potential for depth, though many reviewers feel it suffers from a short runtime and underdevelopment. While the narrative explores unique themes not commonly seen in horror games, players express a desire for a longer experience with more gameplay mechanics to fully realize its potential. Overall, the story is compelling but leaves room for expansion and improvement.
- “Fascinating story of a man's descent into hell after an accident that took his brother's life.”
- “The story has an interesting premise to it, and not one I've seen explored in such a way in many other horror games.”
- “There's potential here to tell a terrifyingly grounded story despite the surreal hellscapes you go through.”
- “Good horror game, but using achievements to tell story elements is a very odd choice.”
- “With a story and idea as ambiguous as the one the developers are trying to tell, the game needs to be longer, with more gameplay mechanics.”
- “[i]The Devil's Face[/i] had moments that surprised me, but they were weighed down by the short runtime, underdeveloped story, and lack of interesting mechanics.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their amazing quality and unique, trippy visuals, enhancing the overall experience of the walking simulator and psychological horror elements. Players appreciate the smooth performance alongside the striking visual design.
- “With its walking simulator play style, the graphics are amazing.”
- “Really unique visuals; it can get very trippy at times.”
- “Good graphics, and the game plays smoothly.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The gameplay of [i]the devil's face[/i] is criticized for being too short and lacking depth, with players feeling that it requires more mechanics to enhance the experience. While there are surprising moments, the overall execution is hindered by an underdeveloped story and unnecessary lighter mechanics.
- “[i]The Devil's Face[/i] had moments that surprised me, but they were weighed down by the short runtime, underdeveloped story, and lack of interesting mechanics.”
- “With a story and idea as ambiguous as the one the developers are trying to tell, the game needs to be longer, with more gameplay mechanics.”
- “The lighter mechanics are kind of unnecessary; I don't really have anything else to say about them.”
- “The gameplay feels lacking and doesn't engage the player as it should.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning visuals and immersive, creepy environments that effectively evoke a sense of fear and dread, reminiscent of hell. Players appreciate the combination of atmospheric storytelling and impactful jumpscares, making it a must-play for horror enthusiasts.
- “I was shocked how this game turned out great visuals. A must play if you enjoy getting scared and creepy environmental atmosphere, jumpscares as well, and felt like hell. They really embodied what hell can be like.”
- “I was shocked how this game turned out. Great visuals, a must play if you enjoy getting scared. The creepy environmental atmosphere and jumpscares really embodied what hell can be like.”
- “The imagery, the atmosphere, the narrative, and being able to push redemption.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is noted for its eerie and unsettling quality, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion.
- “I love the eerie atmosphere created by the creepy music.”
- “The creepy music adds a thrilling layer to the gameplay.”
- “The unsettling soundtracks really enhance the overall experience.”