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Pacify

Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation 4 • 2019

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Quick resume

There is reportedly an evil inside that house. Something about an old funeral parlor offering a last chance to talk to their dead loved ones. Plus something about lights, laughter, a girl, missing people, etc... You know the same stuff everyone claims. Take a team, and check the place out.

Global score

86/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Strategy, Simulator

Pros

  • Fun cooperative multiplayer experience
  • Engaging horror atmosphere and suspense
  • Good value for price
  • Simple controls and accessible gameplay
  • Frequent updates and developer support

Cons

  • Limited maps and repetitive gameplay
  • Bugs and glitches reported
  • Single player mode is difficult and less enjoyable
  • Lack of internal voice chat
  • Some players find it boring after mastering

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players have freedom to explore, choose actions, and solve puzzles with some emergent gameplay, though objectives are preset."

  • Competence
    2

    "Game involves skillful evasion, puzzle solving, and teamwork with increasing difficulty, but mechanics are relatively simple."

  • Competition
    1

    "PvP mode exists with scoring, but majority of play focuses on cooperative or casual play rather than competition."

  • Continuation
    -1

    "Players report fun but short sessions; game can get repetitive and boring after mastering maps."

  • Cooperation
    5

    "Strong emphasis on cooperative multiplayer gameplay; teamwork is essential to succeed and enjoy the game."

  • Creativity
    -2

    "Players follow established objectives and puzzles with limited creative modification or building."

  • Domination
    -3

    "Interactions emphasize shared survival and mutual support rather than dominance or control over others."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game as a thrilling escape from reality, enjoying scares and social fun with friends."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Play is driven by intrinsic interest and enjoyment rather than obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting
    1

    "Some exploration and trying different strategies occur, but core gameplay is repetitive and routine."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Players explore haunted environments and uncover secrets, though maps are limited and familiar."

  • Expression
    -4

    "Little character or environment customization; players use default appearances and assets."

  • Fantasy
    5

    "Strong supernatural horror theme with ghosts, spirits, and paranormal elements."

  • Fellowship
    4

    "Community and social bonding through multiplayer and shared scary experiences."

  • Growth
    1

    "Some learning curve and skill improvement, but limited depth for long-term personal development."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during gameplay sessions."

  • Intimacy
    2

    "Social interactions with friends foster emotional connection, though not deeply intimate."

  • Leadership
    1

    "Some informal leadership in coordinating team actions, but no formal authority or roles."

  • Progression
    2

    "Players collect items and complete objectives to progress, but overall progression is limited."

  • Relaxation
    -3

    "Game induces tension and adrenaline rather than relaxation or flow."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Engaging sensory stimuli with jump scares, eerie sounds, and atmospheric visuals."

  • Status
    -2

    "Minimal social status or recognition mechanisms; focus is on gameplay rather than social ranking."

  • Story
    1

    "Some lore and narrative elements exist but story is minimal and secondary to gameplay."

  • Strategy
    2

    "Requires planning and problem solving to complete objectives and evade threats."

  • Thrill
    5

    "High suspense and adrenaline from jump scares and unpredictable AI behavior."

  • Value
    3

    "Generally considered good value for price, especially for multiplayer fun."

  • Violence
    3

    "Gameplay involves combat-like actions such as burning dolls and evading hostile entities."

  • Survival
    4

    "Core gameplay centers on avoiding capture and surviving hostile supernatural threats."

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