Yuppie Psycho

Yuppie Psycho offers up a unique, amusing, and genuinely creepy take on survival horror, with some very clever puzzles and a lovely retro aesthetic. Join Sintracorp. KILL THE WITCH.

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94% User Score Based on 2,729 reviews

Critic Score 82%Based on 9 reviews

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Yuppie Psycho is a single player action game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Baroque Decay and was released on April 25, 2019. It received positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"Yuppie Psycho: Executive Edition" is a single-player Horror Action game with an interesting plot, beautiful gameplay, great graphics, and ingenious music. Play as Brian Pasternack, starting his first day at Sintracorp, where he must hunt a witch to ensure the company's success. The game features new areas, bosses, and content in this update, with a dense atmosphere and hilarious moments.

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story574 positive mentions

grinding47 negative mentions

Captivating story with multiple endings that keeps players engaged.
Immersive ambiance and unique pixel art style that enhances the horror experience.
Interesting and quirky characters that add depth and humor to the game.

Frustrating save system that limits saves to specific items, leading to potential loss of progress.
Some puzzles can be obtuse or require backtracking, which may frustrate players.
The ending may feel rushed or unsatisfying compared to the buildup of the story.

story
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The story of "Yuppie Psycho" is widely praised for its captivating and immersive narrative, blending elements of horror, humor, and social commentary on corporate life. Players appreciate the quirky characters, engaging plot twists, and the multiple endings that encourage exploration and replayability. However, some critiques mention that certain story elements feel rushed or incomplete, leaving a few loose ends that detract from the overall experience.
- “An incredible underrated gem, with a story that hooked me almost immediately.”
- “The story is incredibly well written, with world building that completely pulls you in.”
- “The story is intriguing and I found myself being surprised multiple times at where the narrative was going.”
- “The game makes a pretty dumb story decision towards the end, and suffers heavily.”
- “The overall story could benefit if some of its elements were not told directly, you know — remained shrouded in mystery.”
- “Unfortunately the story and its delivery severely gimp the overall experience and so I can't recommend this game.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of "Yuppie Psycho" is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its unique blend of exploration, puzzle-solving, and resource management, which creates an engaging experience. However, criticisms often focus on the frustrating save mechanics and some tedious gameplay elements, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. While the story and atmosphere are frequently praised, the gameplay can feel simplistic or clunky at times, leading to a divide in player satisfaction.
- “The gameplay is fun and the story is snappy and paced well.”
- “The atmosphere, the art, the story, the gameplay, it all ties in together perfectly to create a unique and spooky experience that I would recommend to anyone.”
- “Yuppie Psycho is an absolute gem of a game that delivers an unforgettable experience through its gripping story, unique gameplay, and phenomenal soundtrack.”
- “The only flaw I would give it is its lackluster gameplay, since there isn't much in terms of actual survival, but the story, presentation, and even just the vibes already make it amazing.”
- “The gameplay is tedious, repetitive, and makes you wait for enemy patrols, with bad collisions.”
- “The gameplay can be brutal with no auto saves, but that's what makes the game so much better; you'll be thinking more carefully about your next steps.”
music
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The music in "Yuppie Psycho" has received widespread acclaim for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, effectively enhancing the game's eerie and quirky narrative. Composed by Garoad, known for his work on "VA-11 HALL-A," the soundtrack features a mix of upbeat and unsettling tracks that perfectly complement the game's retro aesthetic and emotional tone. Players have praised the music for its ability to evoke a range of feelings, from tension during horror moments to a sense of whimsy, making it a standout element of the overall experience.
- “The music perfectly captures the eerie yet stylish vibe of the game, enhancing every moment, whether it’s a high-stakes chase or an eerie, quiet exploration segment.”
- “Yuppie Psycho is an absolute gem of a game that delivers an unforgettable experience through its gripping story, unique gameplay, and phenomenal soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is a masterpiece, combining a very good balance between creepiness and a sense of safety.”
- “The music is atmospheric, but pretty basic.”
- “The soundtrack is decent, yet not outstanding, compared to other works of the composer.”
- “Turns out it's a horror game that has very tense music (feels like there's only 2 tracks though) and saving is a pain in the ass.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming pixel art style that effectively complements its eerie atmosphere and engaging narrative. While some players find the in-game visuals simplistic, the beautifully animated cutscenes and unique aesthetic contribute to a captivating experience that resonates with fans of retro and indie horror games. Overall, the art style, despite its retro limitations, is praised for enhancing the game's storytelling and immersive qualities.
- “The pixel graphics are beautiful and the sound design is great at setting the mood of the game.”
- “The game's retro art style and eerie atmosphere are captivating, and its story keeps you engaged.”
- “The artwork, aesthetics, and atmosphere of this game are all phenomenal.”
- “The pixel graphics during gameplay are kind of painful to look at, but mostly okay.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
humor
258 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, blending dark, absurd, and satirical elements that resonate particularly well with those familiar with corporate life. Players appreciate the clever dialogue and quirky character interactions, which balance moments of tension and horror with laughter, creating a unique and engaging experience. While some found the humor not to their taste, the overall consensus highlights its effectiveness in enhancing the game's eerie atmosphere and storytelling.
- “The story is also nice and with a good balance between horror and hilarity.”
- “This game manages to be funny and thrilling at the same time.”
- “The humor in this game is top notch, particularly if you've ever worked an office job.”
- “It is an unfunny mess of a game made for who knows who, and it's on par with Everhood.”
- “Spoiler: it's not funny to have to restart whole sections to rectify mistakes you can't reasonably have known to avoid.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its meticulous design, blending eerie soundscapes, pixel art, and a unique narrative to create a captivating and unsettling experience. Reviewers highlight the effective use of humor alongside horror elements, with many noting that the game avoids cheap jump scares in favor of building tension through its surreal environments and character interactions. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as immersive, engaging, and integral to its storytelling, making it a standout in the horror genre.
- “The atmosphere, the art, the story, the gameplay, it all ties in together perfectly to create a unique and spooky experience that I would recommend to anyone.”
- “The atmosphere is fantastic, the sound cues add an extra oomph, and there's a lot of diversity in floors, making each level feel distinct.”
- “Combined with the unsettling sound design and an eerie, synth-heavy soundtrack, the entire aesthetic contributes to an atmosphere of mounting paranoia.”
- “The atmosphere feels meticulously crafted to keep a constant shiver running down your spine, all while maintaining a bright and colorful aesthetic.”
- “The game especially does well to balance its horror elements with the absurd surrealist atmosphere it simultaneously creates, blending together into a really unique feel for the experience.”
grinding
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The reviews highlight a pervasive sense of tedium in the game's grinding mechanics, with players frequently expressing frustration over limited save systems, repetitive puzzles, and the need to backtrack for achievements. While the narrative and atmosphere are praised, many feel that the gameplay is bogged down by tedious tasks and poorly designed mechanics, leading to a less enjoyable experience overall. Completionists may find the grind particularly off-putting, as achieving all endings often requires navigating through monotonous gameplay elements.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The combination of the limited save system and tedious amounts of walking puzzles drag out the experience and ruin the game.”
- “This game has multiple endings and branching paths, but because of the lack of save points, I find myself not wanting to go back to the few saves I have and trudge through the hours of tedious quests over and over to get different endings.”
- “The gameplay is horrendous, tedious.”
replayability
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The game offers significant replayability due to its multiple endings, alternative paths, and numerous secrets to uncover, making it appealing for players who enjoy exploring different narrative outcomes. While the initial playthrough is relatively short, the variety of choices and achievements encourages players to revisit the game for a fuller experience. Overall, it provides a rich and engaging environment that rewards exploration and experimentation.
- “This replayability adds considerable value, especially for players who enjoy uncovering every narrative thread.”
- “Its has some great dialogue, multiple endings and alternative routes (depending on what you do during certain points of the game) for replayability along with interesting gameplay; I highly recommend this to folks who enjoy their horror games with dashes of a colorful, cartoony style and humor.”
- “There's tons of exploring to do, and the game is very open-ended with several endings, tons of secrets, and lots of replay value!”
- “However, it doesn't really have much replayability behind it, because if you know the story and what to expect, it obviously won't be scary anymore.”
- “The game looks to have decent replayability as well as there are multiple endings and there are secrets and lore bits to find.”
- “Gameplay offers little replayability.”
character development
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Character development in the game is generally praised for its intriguing story and diverse, charming character designs, which enhance player engagement. While some reviews highlight excellent character relationships and emotional investment, others express a desire for deeper development, particularly for side characters. Overall, the aesthetic and narrative elements contribute positively to the character experience, though opinions on the depth of development vary.
- “The character designs strike a careful balance between charming and grotesque, making even the 'normal' NPCs feel a little off.”
- “Great story and character development seeing with the time given.”
- “Yuppie Psycho isn’t only a horror game, it’s so much more than this with an interesting plot and great character development which made me care for Brian and his friends a lot, I found myself always hoping for everything to turn out well in the end.”
- “The character design is horrible.”
- “The story has now got even more loose ends, yet minimal character development.”
- “I would prefer to have more character development for some of the side characters.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players expressing a wide range of feelings from joy to heartbreak, often leading to tears. The narrative is described as both heartwarming and terrifying, effectively engaging players and making them deeply invested in the characters, particularly a "lil pixel boy." While some found certain emotional moments to be prematurely impactful, the overall experience is characterized by a blend of humor, touching storytelling, and fulfilling resolutions that resonate with players.
- “This game was both terrifying and one of the most heartwarming games I've played in a long time.”
- “You would be surprised by how emotionally invested you will become in a little pixel boy; absolutely amazing story and gameplay!”
- “The endings will get you emotional, as they are fulfilling extensions of the story you have experienced up until that point.”
stability
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The game's stability is frequently criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues that hinder the overall experience. Players have encountered significant problems with save design and controller compatibility, leading to frustration and, in some cases, an inability to progress. While some appreciate the game's graphics and humor, the pervasive technical issues prevent it from being considered a masterpiece.
- “Performance issues, not that great feeling main endings and glitches make this game really good but not a masterpiece.”
- “Horrible, tedious game with terrible save design, buggy as hell and not enough resources to get a significant amount of health.”
- “It's so buggy I literally couldn't finish it because the game quit loading my saves 8-10 hours into the game.”
optimization
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Overall, the optimization of the game received mixed reviews; while some players reported smooth performance without crashes, others experienced issues, particularly when using mods. Despite these discrepancies, many found the game enjoyable and deserving of recognition for its performance.
- “That said, incredibly fun game despite performance.”
- “Nice game, it deserves a performance award; it was great from top to bottom.”
- “I can tab down a crazy modded Skyrim with no stuttering, but this game doesn't seem to like it.”
- “Performance-wise, I didn't have any issues, no crashes as well.”
- “Performance-wise, I had no real issues to mention.”