Paradise Killer

 PC
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 32 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 32
  3. Negative: 5 out of 32

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  1. GregLobstery
    Jul 22, 2022
    6
    The concept of an open world mystery game is really cool and I love the atmosphere in this game but there is an overwhelming amount of random **** to get and im pretty sure most of it is just random junk that doesn't do anything. There's also like 10 billion options when you talk to each character on top of an already surreal plot. Maybe I'm just too stupid to play this game idk.
  2. CodaHensley
    Mar 26, 2023
    5
    I'm going to admit to several things that may make enemies for me, but I have to say it: An amazing premise and soundtrack have been tragically placed into one of the most mechanically barren and offputtingly designed game i've ever played. This game almost certainly appeals to someone, but that someone is a very specific someone. Someone whos favorite music is vaporwave, disliked theI'm going to admit to several things that may make enemies for me, but I have to say it: An amazing premise and soundtrack have been tragically placed into one of the most mechanically barren and offputtingly designed game i've ever played. This game almost certainly appeals to someone, but that someone is a very specific someone. Someone whos favorite music is vaporwave, disliked the action segments in LA Noire, and loves JoJos Bizarre Adventure.… Expand
  3. D3lt4
    Jun 26, 2023
    7
    Paradise Killer, on the whole, encourages active participation in its world and immersive storytelling, placing the responsibility squarely on your shoulders. It embraces the idea of getting lost, acquiring Blood Crystals (the in-game currency), and gathering numerous seemingly "insignificant" items, each with a brief descriptive passage. While it may initially feel inconvenient to spendParadise Killer, on the whole, encourages active participation in its world and immersive storytelling, placing the responsibility squarely on your shoulders. It embraces the idea of getting lost, acquiring Blood Crystals (the in-game currency), and gathering numerous seemingly "insignificant" items, each with a brief descriptive passage. While it may initially feel inconvenient to spend tokens for fast travel and other amenities, the game provides audio hints to aid your search, so simply embrace exploration and don't fear exhausting your resources.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

51
#51 Best PC Game of 2020

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. Impulsegamer
    May 5, 2022
    76
    Paradise Killer offers a highly unique experience with interesting characters and a heavily detailed mystery to follow. However, its needlessly convoluted story and writing may deter some players from diving in.
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  2. IGN Japan
    Nov 16, 2021
    70
    While Paradise Killer seems like a detective adventure game, it’s not impossible to beat the game without solving the main mystery at all. The game’s climax plays out in a court session, which the player can engage in at any given point. But in order to unveil the true story, you will need to collect countless pieces of evidence and talk to many different characters. This means that you will need to work your way through an inconveniently designed open world, and I often found the game’s scenario hard to swallow. That being said, from quirky character design to Japan-inspired locales and a Vaporwave-like soundtrack and UI, the game’s surrealistic atmosphere is well worth a visit.
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  3. Adventure Gamers
    Nov 16, 2020
    90
    An investigative adventure that actually makes you feel like a detective, Paradise Killer blends surreal world-building, vibrant art, clever writing, and rock-solid open-world gameplay to create an experience you won’t soon forget.
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