Pathologic
Pathologic is a video game developed by the Russian studio Ice-Pick Lodge. It was first released in Russia in 2005, and later in other countries. The game is a psychological horror game with elements of survival horror and role-playing games.
Gameplay[edit | edit source]
In Pathologic, players control one of three characters, each with their own storylines, quests, and characters to interact with. The game takes place in a town plagued by a deadly disease, and the player must navigate the town, interact with its inhabitants, and make decisions that will affect the outcome of the game.
The game is known for its bleak atmosphere and challenging gameplay. Players must manage their character's health, hunger, and fatigue levels while also dealing with the town's inhabitants, who can be hostile or helpful depending on the player's actions.
Development[edit | edit source]
Pathologic was developed by Ice-Pick Lodge, a Russian video game studio known for their unconventional approach to game design. The game was inspired by works of literature and theatre, and features a unique, atmospheric art style.
The game was initially released in Russia in 2005, and was later localized and released in other countries. Despite its challenging gameplay and bleak atmosphere, Pathologic has been praised for its unique approach to storytelling and its atmospheric world design.
Reception[edit | edit source]
Pathologic has received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its unique approach to storytelling and its atmospheric world design, others criticized its challenging gameplay and bleak atmosphere. Despite this, the game has gained a cult following and is considered a classic of the psychological horror genre.
Sequel[edit | edit source]
A sequel, Pathologic 2, was released in 2019. Like the original game, Pathologic 2 features a bleak atmosphere and challenging gameplay, but also includes new features and improvements.
See also[edit | edit source]
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