What have you done, Father?

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In "What have you done, Father?" , play as Father Mathias Marton, a priest navigating a web of forbidden desires and sinister events in a corrupt rectory. Explore the enigmatic building, meet questionable characters, uncover their secrets, and confront unsettling manifestations in this narrative-driven journey. The game features exploration, cinematics, light puzzles, and immersive dialogues to unveil a haunting history and grapple with the tangible and supernatural.

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Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

story25 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and detailed environments, especially impressive for a solo developer.
The story is engaging with unexpected twists, keeping players intrigued throughout the experience.
It successfully creates a dark and atmospheric setting, blending psychological horror with narrative elements.

The game is quite short, with a playtime of around 2-3 hours, leaving some players wanting more content.
There are technical issues, including bugs that can disrupt gameplay and inconsistent voice acting.
Some players found the sexual themes and scenes unnecessary or problematic, detracting from the overall narrative.

story
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
62%
4%
The game's story is described as gripping and filled with unexpected twists, though many players feel it is too short and could benefit from deeper character development and pacing. While the narrative incorporates adult themes and psychological horror elements, it is praised for its engaging plot and beautiful visuals, making it a standout in the genre despite its brevity. Overall, players recommend it for those seeking a compelling story-driven experience, albeit with some reservations about its execution and length.
- “It's a gripping story-based thriller game with pretty graphics, also quite short.”
- “The story is compelling, with puzzles that aren't brain twisting, and the visuals are outstanding.”
- “A truly amazing psychological horror where the story unfolds with several intriguing plot twists.”
- “The pacing is way too fast; characters haven't even built a tiny bit before the story starts spinning.”
- “The story is twisted and rather perverse, with a large sexual element and some slightly erotic scenes that may not appeal to all.”
- “Beautiful detailed scenes, ambient lights, religious themes, but the story is shorter than 2 hours and stretched with puzzles, tasks, and picture searches.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
37%
10%
The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their stunning visuals, detailed environments, and atmospheric design, contributing significantly to the overall experience. Many reviewers highlighted the impressive quality of the artwork and cinematic cutscenes, especially considering it was developed by a solo developer. However, some users noted issues such as bugs affecting graphic loading, which detracted from the experience.
- “The artwork is outstanding.”
- “Graphics are spectacular and the locations look authentic.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous, the gameplay is quite minimalistic, but the game doesn't pretend to be anything else but a story-focused walking sim.”
- “Right at the prologue, I've encountered a pretty major bug where the graphics wouldn't load properly, and the only way to progress is to move around blindly until a cutscene is triggered.”
- “There’s hardly any redeeming qualities; the graphics are okay.”
- “The scenes are not graphic and there is no genitalia shown, but it seems to wish to attract a specific target audience.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
24%
18%
The gameplay is primarily a narrative-driven experience, blending first-person exploration with visual novel elements during interactions, and is characterized as a minimalistic walking simulator. While the game offers beautiful graphics and a compelling story, it lacks traditional gameplay mechanics such as combat or deep exploration, making it more suitable for players seeking a story-focused experience rather than action-oriented gameplay. Overall, the smoothness and polish of the gameplay are impressive for a solo developer, providing good value despite its linear and limited nature.
- “The gameplay has an interesting style, from playing first person to exploring the areas to shifting to a visual novel style when you speak to and interact with people.”
- “Overall though, for a one-person development team, the smoothness of gameplay and lack of bugs impresses me greatly.”
- “Traditional point and click adventure gameplay with an intriguing story so far.”
- “This is mostly a game that centers on telling a story rather than on the gameplay per se.”
- “Gameplay is most similar to a walking simulator title with a narrative focus.”
- “Gameplay is very linear and segregated into small chunks in small areas.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning visuals, intricate details, and immersive environments that effectively create a mysterious and thrilling experience. While some critiques mention clunky dialogue and inconsistent voice acting, the overall ambiance, attention to detail, and engaging plot compensate for these shortcomings, making it a standout in the genre. Players appreciate how the game builds tension without relying on jump scares, enhancing the overall experience.
- “I love murder mystery games, and this one ticked many boxes: the plot, atmosphere, artwork, voice-overs, and the fact that it will keep you wondering who and what actually happened.”
- “I loved the atmosphere; the attention to detail in each room and area is impressive.”
- “The visuals are, as always, stunning and give this game the kind of atmosphere I look for in a horror walking simulator.”
- “The focus is more on building a mysterious and dark atmosphere rather than relying on jump scares.”
- “When it comes to the cons, there were two things that kind of messed the immersion for me, which were missing voice lines along with lack of face animations during dialogues, but overall the game is worth playing because of the story, atmosphere, and the environment details.”
- “This was a good example of how the game created its tense atmosphere without relying on jump scares or gore.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music in the game is well-received, with soundtracks that complement the gameplay and environment effectively. Players appreciate the ability to customize audio settings, including effects and voiceovers, enhancing their overall experience.
- “The soundtracks fit everything nicely.”
- “The graphics along with the environment look really good, and the soundtrack is well made.”
- “You can tweak the effects, music, and voiceovers in the menu options, which helps enhance the experience.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the background music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “The soundtrack is underwhelming and fails to create an immersive atmosphere.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is praised for its strong optimization, running smoothly even on older hardware with maximum visual settings, indicating a well-optimized performance overall.
- “Well-optimized even on my 4-year-old desktop PC, with everything visually maxed out.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features impressive character design and animation, contributing to an engaging story that enhances the overall character development experience. Players appreciate the visual appeal and depth of the characters, making the narrative more immersive.
- “I recommend this game for its amazing story and beautiful character designs and graphics.”
- “The character design and animation are exceptional.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game offers limited replayability due to its short duration of 1.5 to 2.5 hours and lack of decision-making elements, resulting in a straightforward narrative experience. While it may not provide significant replay value, its reasonable price makes it a worthwhile option for a brief adventure.
- “Replayability value: no, it is a short story with no decision making.”
- “The game is short, about 1.5 to 2.5 hours to complete, and has no real replay value.”
- “While the graphics and sound are nice, the gameplay is okay and lacks the depth needed for replayability.”