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A priest or journalist hunts answers in a Lovecraftian horror world, blasting monsters as madness shifts combat and grants power.
Released 07 Apr 2022
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Forgive Me Father is a dark retro horror FPS set in a comic book style world inspired by the novels of H.P. Lovecraft. As the only one left with full senses, you begin a journey in search of answers and relief. How long can you last?
Developed by Byte Barrel · Published by Fulqrum Publishing
Set in a comic-book-styled world of supernatural horror, the game follows a priest or journalist searching for answers amid an outbreak of madness. Each character has a distinct set of combat abilities and a separate development tree.
This is a fast-paced, old-school first-person shooter: fight through enemy-filled levels, collect keys to open routes, and search for hidden areas and supplies. Combat centers on movement, switching among guns, and using abilities against groups of varied enemies.
Combat experience and skill points let you improve weapons, character attributes, and abilities. Weapon upgrades can change how guns work, while a dynamic madness level affects both the audiovisual presentation and gameplay. New Game+ offers additional customization, and an endless mode pits you against waves of enemies.
Players who enjoy the game often highlight its hand-drawn comic-book horror look, brisk shooting, metal soundtrack, and weapon upgrades. Some find the Lovecraftian atmosphere and combat especially compelling, while others say the experience becomes repetitive or frustrating later on. Recurring complaints include confusing or padded levels, awkward platforming, ammunition pressure, and voice acting that some players found flat or grating.
As the only one left with full senses, you embark on a journey in search of answers and relief in this FPS game that is created in a distinctive retro horror comic book style and feels as if it came straight out of Lovecraft's books.
Be aware of your madness level which dynamically changes during gameplay and gives you additional power. Choose your active skills depending on your play style and use them to fight against the eternal evil.
Explore this Lovecraft-inspired world that is full of hidden and hard to reach areas, and uncover the entire story to solve the mystery of this crazy place.
Feeling of a classic FPS from the 90s Timelapse animations, opponents and elements of 2D in a 3D environment; first aid kits and life points, non-reloading weapons, powerups during dynamic combat with numerous opponents.
Custom combat experience With scripture in one hand and weapons powered by an unknown substance in the other, the player will face the challenge of maintaining their humanity. It is up to the player to decide how their equipment evolves, and to find ways of defeating hordes of unpredictable opponents.
Dynamic level of madnessDirectly influencing not only the audio-visual experience, but the gameplay itself, its effect varies depending on the current level of player’s madness.
The gameplay is presented in a comic book styleHand-drawn graphics designed to maintain a distinctive comic book look, where any screenshot from the game could be a part of a new comic book.
Mood straight from Lovecraft's dark novelsAll throughout the game, the player will feel the atmosphere of dread and horror that the works of H.P. Lovecraft are renowned for. Surrounded by the occult and forces of eternal evil, experience the feelings of hopelessness, madness and confusion, and the burning need to find answers and bring back some semblance of reason and sanity to the world.
Many climatic levels and varied bestiaryA diverse world entirely made by hand, full of interesting enemies ranging from possessed inhabitants to monsters straight out of your worst nightmares.
Two heroes to choose from Each with their own, unique development tree. Experience the story from the perspective of either a priest or a journalist.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 20 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
| Metacritic | 74/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |
