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WISE GUYS

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92%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
92% User Score Based on 211 reviews

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About WISE GUYS

WISE GUYS is a multiplayer survival shooter game with mystery and violence themes. It was developed by StonieDude and was released on February 9, 2026. It received very positive reviews from players.

The Boss is furious! A Rat in his crew tipped off the Feds and he is demanding blood. Now every pair of eyes in the room is looking for someone to blame and NO ONE is safe! As trust erodes and chaos erupts, the accusations fly and a split second decision could save you... or get you killed. Expose the Rat and The Boss MIGHT spare your life. BUT... choose the wrong guy, trust the wrong voice, OR be…

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92%Audience ScoreBased on 211 reviews
humor19 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Extremely fun and hilarious multiplayer social deduction game with unique mafia-themed roleplay and chaotic combat.
  • Developer is highly involved and responsive, actively engaging with community and frequently updating the game.
  • Great atmosphere and strong replayability, creating memorable moments and dynamic sessions with friends or public lobbies.
  • Currently limited content, maps, and features as the game is in early access/pre-alpha stage.
  • Some bugs and glitches persist, including inconsistent voice chat and occasional performance issues.
  • Playerbase can be small at times, making finding populated servers or sessions difficult.

  • humor

    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users consistently praise the game's humor, highlighting its hilarious voice lines, chaotic and silly mob-themed gameplay, and the witty involvement of the developer. The blend of criminal themes with comedic elements creates a uniquely funny, lighthearted atmosphere that keeps players laughing and entertained. Overall, the humor greatly enhances the game's social and replay value.

    • “This game has had me laughing harder than most games I've played in a long time.”
    • “Within 30 seconds of the first match, Tony accused me of being the rat because I 'walked suspiciously.' My friend shot me with a .38 special revolver because I looked at him funny.”
    • “We played rounds after rounds of this game, and we were always continuously giggling, laughing and having a great time.”

  • gameplay

    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    16% positive mentions, 68% neutral mentions, 16% negative mentions

    The gameplay of Wise Guys stands out in the crowded social deduction genre by combining hidden-role mechanics with objective-based tasks, physical interactions, and a dynamic, suspicion-driven atmosphere that keeps players engaged. While the mechanics are generally subtle and promote constant movement and decision-making, some find the gameplay lacks depth and player agency. Overall, its energetic presentation and unique criminal setting deliver a fun, action-oriented experience that fans of the genre appreciate.

    • “While the social deduction genre has become increasingly crowded over the years, Wise Guys manages to stand apart by blending hidden-role mechanics with objective-based gameplay, physical interactions, and an atmosphere that constantly pushes players toward suspicion and confrontation.”
    • “It captures the paranoia and deception that fans expect from hidden-role games while introducing action-oriented mechanics that keep every participant involved.”
    • “Its distinctive criminal setting, energetic presentation, and active gameplay systems help it stand out in a genre that often relies on familiar formulas.”
    • “Yes, there are roles, and each role has a clear mission, but the gameplay is so shallow that there really isn't much room for the player to strategize, execute mechanics, or otherwise express player agency.”
    • “Content variety is currently more limited than what players might expect from a fully completed release, and future updates are expected to introduce additional roles, maps, features, and gameplay systems.”
    • “Maybe if there were game mechanics that made the game more structured, it would be fun.”

  • story

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions

    The story features distinct roles with clear missions and individual motives, adding character depth. However, gameplay limitations reduce opportunities for player strategy and agency, and some missions may feel overly challenging or restrictive.

    • “Everybody’s got a voice, a story, a motive.”
    • “Yes, there are roles, and each role has a clear mission.”
    • “Me and my 2 boys spent the better part of 3 hours in hysterics trying to complete the simplest of missions.”
    • “No story.”
    • “Yes, there are roles and each role has a clear mission, but the gameplay is so shallow that there is little room for the player to strategize, execute mechanics, or express player agency.”
    • “Me and my two boys spent the better part of three hours in hysterics trying to complete the simplest of missions.”

  • graphics

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, -25% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions

    The game's graphics feature a charming, cartoony style that players enjoy, though some experience lag and high device temperatures unless graphic settings are lowered for smoother performance.

    • “I love the graphic style of this game; it's cartoony and fun.”
    • “Me and my friends had a blast on this game. It was 100% worth the money. I highly recommend buying it, but make sure to change your settings as it was very laggy before I turned down the graphics.”
    • “The game also runs quite hot for something that does not appear to be graphically demanding.”
    • “The game was very laggy before I turned down the graphics.”
    • “Make sure to change your settings because the game can be laggy at higher graphic settings.”

  • replayability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, -34% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    Replayability is promising due to dynamic objectives and social interaction that create unique experiences each round, though the game is still in early development and requires further work to fully realize its potential.

    • “The combination of social interaction and dynamic objectives ensures that each round develops its own unique narrative, giving the game considerable replay value.”
    • “Obviously things still need to be developed to make it replayable (as it's in pre-alpha), but looking at the Discord, the developer is really committed to the game getting better and is really passionate about it.”
    • “Obviously things still need to be developed to make it replayable (as it's in pre-alpha), but the developer is really committed to improving the game.”
    • “The replayability?”

  • stability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game currently suffers from glitches, bugs, and server instability, which impact the overall experience. While some players believe improvements will come over time, the existing issues with stability and interface glitches need addressing to enhance gameplay.

    • “Fun for about five minutes until you realize no one really plays the game; the servers are virtually nonexistent and the game is extremely buggy!”
    • “The game needs to slow down, add kill animations, and fix the glitches in the interface.”
    • “It may have some glitches and bugs here and there, but I believe the game will improve over time.”

  • grinding

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    Grinding in the game is notably time-consuming and may require significant effort, with menus feeling somewhat tedious and the spectator camera adding occasional frustration.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game creates a distinctive atmosphere by combining hidden-role mechanics with objective-based gameplay and physical interactions, fostering constant suspicion and confrontation. Its artistic approach balances criminal themes with humor, resulting in a competitive yet lighthearted ambiance.

    • “While the social deduction genre has become increasingly crowded over the years, Wise Guys manages to stand apart by blending hidden-role mechanics with objective-based gameplay, physical interactions, and an atmosphere that constantly pushes players toward suspicion and confrontation.”
    • “This artistic direction allows the game to explore criminal themes without becoming excessively serious, creating an atmosphere that feels both competitive and humorous.”

  • character development

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Character development is highlighted by expressive designs and energetic animations, with environments that support a playful tone despite intense betrayals and conflicts, enhancing the overall narrative experience.

  • emotional

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users found the game emotionally immersive, evoking strong feelings reminiscent of iconic films like Reservoir Dogs, resulting in an engaging and memorable experience.

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3h Median play time
3h Average play time
3-3h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs
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WISE GUYS is a survival shooter game with mystery and violence themes. Common tags for WISE GUYS include indie, psychological, stylized, cartoon, early access and others.

WISE GUYS is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing WISE GUYS.

WISE GUYS was released on February 9, 2026.

WISE GUYS was developed by StonieDude.

WISE GUYS has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked WISE GUYS for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

WISE GUYS is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

Similar games include BACKROOMS: APPREHENSION, LOCKDOWN Protocol, Perfect Heist 2, Liar's Bar, R.E.P.O. and others.