Devotion

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 162 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 120 out of 162
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 162
  3. Negative: 25 out of 162

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  1. Milkdoggy
    Feb 25, 2019
    9
    This is a horror game with poetic but bitter story. As a father who have a daughter, I left my tears while looking at the Ending scenes.
    The art and music in this game are epic. Atmosphere is quite good because the designer bring the whole 1980s life style in Taiwan into the game.
    The only flaw is the loading time. When you open the doors that represents different years, it takes you    This is a horror game with poetic but bitter story. As a father who have a daughter, I left my tears while looking at the Ending scenes.
    The art and music in this game are epic. Atmosphere is quite good because the designer bring the whole 1980s life style in Taiwan into the game.
    The only flaw is the loading time. When you open the doors that represents different years, it takes you loading for a while, which seems like a technical problem that should not exist in modern games (I am not a game programmer, maybe it's a trade off for poor equipment players ).

    By the way, don't care about negative comments about political issues. It all begin with an easter egg make fun of Xi, JinPing (President of the China ), and we all know what problems China have.    … Expand
  2. socokid
    Feb 25, 2019
    10
    Great game, and please never mind the Chinese butthurt puppets. It's ridiculous and has nothing to do with the game. We can make fun of our leaders, and yours. Welcome to freedom...
  3. pino44io
    Mar 16, 2019
    10
    Very sad story, great soundtrack. I will never forget the girl's song, I wanna cry, really.
  4. LalloHorror
    Nov 12, 2020
    9
    This is a great horror game, unfortunately I won't be able to play it because chinese people can't take a f**King joke.
    If I had found a good game that mocks my country (Italy), I wouldn't take it personally like they did, that's childish AF. Learn what irony is before you review-bomb a good product like this, and by the way, Winnie the pooh says he got offended too.
  5. antojax93
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Very scary and immersive horror game. One of the best played in the last years. There are some brain teaser and puzzles during the game that enhance your experience. The anxiety that brings this game is fantastic.
  6. Adensia
    Mar 11, 2019
    10
    This is the most recent horror game. I was immersed and enjoyed this game. I made a sound, a mise en scene, and various documents to understand the grief of a family well.
  7. BulgarianCritic
    Mar 8, 2019
    10
    Now this here is a true horror game.The story and gameplay are amazing and it shows what can happen's if you are too devoted on the wrong things
  8. Chadyboy
    Jan 31, 2020
    9
    Amazing story thats sad and beautiful. One of the more compelling games I've played that complements grief and horror.
  9. Enoigi
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    This game was removed from the stores globally beause it contained an innocent joke about China's 'beloved' dictator. I played the game and liked it before this happened. My real vote would be an 8. I vote 10 to compensate forthe brainwashed chinese nationalists who downvoted it.
  10. cinatic
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    First i thought 'OMG what is this for a lame game' but as i finished it i was so thankful that i played it. It's a brilliant story, the game understands to drag the player step by step into it. The makers did care about so much details.

    On top the team proved that they have balls (or ovaries) by sticking here and there gently a stick into the big chickens 4$$. I just hope they are doing    First i thought 'OMG what is this for a lame game' but as i finished it i was so thankful that i played it. It's a brilliant story, the game understands to drag the player step by step into it. The makers did care about so much details.

    On top the team proved that they have balls (or ovaries) by sticking here and there gently a stick into the big chickens 4$$. I just hope they are doing well and that they can continue their work!

    Everyone who is saying that politics or criticism has no place in games does sadly not know what the meaning of free expression is and the reaction clearly revealed the problem. If a dog gets hit, then he will bark...    … Expand
  11. PeterSL
    Mar 1, 2019
    10
    It is really ridiculous to judge a game simply on one easter egg.
    The game is great. Stop review bombing and grow up.
  12. Yatse_TW
    Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Good horror game with great art and amazing sound performance! There are no complex puzzles, long and boring explorations. Conversely, just right length of play time so that you can taste the implied story but do not lose your fear.

    Finally, Let me cite the comment from Milkdoggy "don't care about negative comments about political issues. It all begin with an easter egg make fun of Xi,    Good horror game with great art and amazing sound performance! There are no complex puzzles, long and boring explorations. Conversely, just right length of play time so that you can taste the implied story but do not lose your fear.

    Finally, Let me cite the comment from Milkdoggy "don't care about negative comments about political issues. It all begin with an easter egg make fun of Xi, JinPing (President of the China ), and we all know what problems China have."    … Expand
  13. DatapawWolf
    Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Since there are obviously negative reviews with no actual review content, it is apparent that Metacritic is open for another review to fight against ridiculous criticism.

    I will buy the game as soon as it is re-released, and you all know where you can find a copy until you are able to purchase it again. All aboard the ship!
  14. choigyeongmin
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    best game of 2019
    대작 게임 없이 심심했던 2019년을 채워준 최고의 게임 .
    개인적으로 왜 이 게임이 최다고티가 아닌지 의문이 들었다. 완벽한 스토리, 연출, 발전한 게임성까지. 말 그대로 최고이다. 동양의 정겨운 분위기까지 더해져 진짜 말 못할 기분이 든다.아 그리고 시진핑 개새끼를 짱깨들이랑 같이 불태워 쪄죽여 버리고 싶다.    best game of 2019
    대작 게임 없이 심심했던 2019년을 채워준 최고의 게임 .
    개인적으로 왜 이 게임이 최다고티가 아닌지 의문이 들었다.
    완벽한 스토리, 연출, 발전한 게임성까지. 말 그대로 최고이다. 동양의 정겨운 분위기까지 더해져 진짜 말 못할 기분이 든다.아 그리고 시진핑 개새끼를 짱깨들이랑 같이 불태워 쪄죽여 버리고 싶다.
  15. RazorSamurai
    Jul 31, 2019
    6
    Я ожидал от игры меньшего ибо первая их игра была такой себе. Но на самом деле она меня приятна удивила. Да в ней нет разнообразия сложных квестов но визуал и музыкальная составляющая очень порадовала меня. Были тупые моменты но их очень мало изза своего короткого геймплая который по дефолту во всех играх удлиняется за счет медленной ходьбы но это на самом деле не мешает если неЯ ожидал от игры меньшего ибо первая их игра была такой себе. Но на самом деле она меня приятна удивила. Да в ней нет разнообразия сложных квестов но визуал и музыкальная составляющая очень порадовала меня. Были тупые моменты но их очень мало изза своего короткого геймплая который по дефолту во всех играх удлиняется за счет медленной ходьбы но это на самом деле не мешает если не зацикливаться. Она пугает, хорошо пугает и этого хватает, но потом игра становится спокойнее обретает более средний темп и рассказывает нам о том, что стоит больше уделять времени своим близким. Я как будто посмотрел приятный фильмец и немного попугался поддергался от хороших скримаков. Не жалею потраченного времени и доволен впринципе всем. 6/10
    p.s вини пух морон    … Expand
  16. Nev2
    Feb 23, 2019
    4
    It is really ridiculous to make a game unrelated to politics political. If you want to make fun of people from a certain country but still want to earn money from them, you are treating them like fools. And people don't want to be treated like fools, believe it or not.
  17. DickPain
    Apr 24, 2021
    0
    This is barely a game. It's a slow-paced piece of interactive fiction, and sadly not an enjoyable one. The story isn't particularly interesting, it reveals itself very slowly, there are no meaningful choices or significant puzzles. I wasted a lot of time wandering around wondering what the next thing I was supposed to activate was. Maybe other people will be grabbed by a sense of suspense,This is barely a game. It's a slow-paced piece of interactive fiction, and sadly not an enjoyable one. The story isn't particularly interesting, it reveals itself very slowly, there are no meaningful choices or significant puzzles. I wasted a lot of time wandering around wondering what the next thing I was supposed to activate was. Maybe other people will be grabbed by a sense of suspense, but I got so little out of this.… Expand
  18. AhmadAlsumain
    Oct 3, 2022
    10
    this game is eerie, scarry, it gave me a sense of isolation and disgust throughout my 3 hours of playthrough ... Plz support the developers and buy it from their store ... they deserve so much love and support for making this masterpiece!
  19. TheKillerFries
    Jul 20, 2021
    9
    A truly fascinating and horrifying piece of cultural horror. Devotion tells a remarkably complex story despite its short length, one that puts concepts of love, family, and social dynamics into question the further it goes on. The game itself looks incredible, and the little details put onto textures, sound, and environments make for a distinctly realistic East-Asian atmosphere, one thatA truly fascinating and horrifying piece of cultural horror. Devotion tells a remarkably complex story despite its short length, one that puts concepts of love, family, and social dynamics into question the further it goes on. The game itself looks incredible, and the little details put onto textures, sound, and environments make for a distinctly realistic East-Asian atmosphere, one that becomes warped and disturbing as the story unfolds.

    I do understand that there's a pretty heavy controversy hanging over this game's head. I'm not going to comment on that much as my knowledge of foreign politics -- especially relating to relations between Taiwan and mainland China -- is very minimal. While I can understand the concerns some may have, I do believe there's a fair amount of unjust negative criticism given to the game solely because of the implementation of said controversial subject matter. However, provided the inclusion of said content was done with intent by the developers, I do think it was a somewhat unprofessional move given their understanding of the political climate and the potential backlash that would follow. Quite frankly, the whole controversy seems like a mess on both sides of the argument.

    Regardless of your feelings on said controversy, I believe the story can still be enjoyed on its own. Apart from the one singular image (which is admittedly hard to find unless you're looking for it), this game has very little to do with politics, and even less so with the modern political landscape. Devotion is instead a much more deep and interpersonal game about many different social issues that were present in 1980s Taiwan, and even still to this day. Its execution is almost flawless, and absolutely deserves more praise now that the dust has settled.    … Expand
  20. michaelb1928
    Mar 26, 2019
    8
    D to 3D, the superb presentation and storytelling remain intact. A 1980s Taiwanese condo is faithfully recreated in 3D to the extent that you can almost detect the odour. And while
  21. bluetimes
    Dec 17, 2020
    6
    i tihnk its not horror game so many psychological thriller.its rating overrated.
  22. AudreyOwO
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    I want to play it but I can't now all because CD projekt bent over to Chinese nationalists. #BoycottGOG
  23. yimuxi
    Mar 10, 2020
    9
    if the developer didn't conclude some politics in the game and the game is perfect.
  24. Derp_Hamster
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    A pure jewel from Taiwan that unfortunatelly isn't easily available. 10/10 fully recommended
  25. VenomSNNNK
    Dec 24, 2020
    5
    Nothing extraordinary. If you played any Layers of Fear games or Kojima's P.T. then you know what to expect. Clichéd story dressed up in boring "gameplay" (its just walking sim). Devotion had it moments but overall wasn't that good.
  26. Hackerman42069
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    This game was review bombed by brainwashed Chinese idiots, the game is an indie gem, rare to find in an oversaturated market for horror games. Don't listen to those Xi Jing Ping bootlickers, and give it a try.
  27. LironesAlviento
    Sep 16, 2020
    8
    Un juego de terror mas bien tranquilo, con algun susto pero su fuerte es ir descubriendo que la historia paso a paso, muy buena opción si tienes paciencia y te gustan mas las historias que los juegos freneticos, graficamente cumple sin ser nada del otro mundo, divertido, un juego de baja intensidad desde mi punto de vista pero muy interesante y entretenido.
  28. Penndrake
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    One of the best horror games to come out in the last decade. Sadly, it's marred by availability problems due to the controversy with the West Taiwanese market being insulted by an off joke in game.

    Absolutely recommended.
  29. Agamashi
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing phycologial horror game!
    Game is short but worth it, it's scary and honestly just really surreal!

    GOG just removed the game from their store due to some issues with Chinese being "offended" by a joke or a small little detail in the game. #FreedomOfSpeech
  30. TrejoYahir
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Absolute gem of a game, amazing story, soundtrack and atmosphere. It's a walking simulator but it doesn't get boring since it's really well paced.
    I would compare it to layers of fear in terms of gameplay but with a much much better theme and pacing.
    Really hope more people hear about this game since it was removed from most stores by certain dictator that looks like Winnie the Pooh and    Absolute gem of a game, amazing story, soundtrack and atmosphere. It's a walking simulator but it doesn't get boring since it's really well paced.
    I would compare it to layers of fear in terms of gameplay but with a much much better theme and pacing.
    Really hope more people hear about this game since it was removed from most stores by certain dictator that looks like Winnie the Pooh and it can only be bought from Red Candle's official store.
    All my support to the developers and I hope they can keep making amazing games.    … Expand
  31. DrAMaximus
    Jul 23, 2022
    8
    Ещё одна созерцательная бродилка - страшилка, очевидно вдохновлявшаяся каким-нибудь Layers of Fear. Знакомая форма, но суть здесь именно в содержании. Игра рассказывает трогательную и трагическую историю одной тайваньской семьи 80-ых годов, попутно занимаясь препарированием общества тех времён, его болезненной одержимости религиозными культами и слепой преданности ложным вещам. ДостойныйЕщё одна созерцательная бродилка - страшилка, очевидно вдохновлявшаяся каким-нибудь Layers of Fear. Знакомая форма, но суть здесь именно в содержании. Игра рассказывает трогательную и трагическую историю одной тайваньской семьи 80-ых годов, попутно занимаясь препарированием общества тех времён, его болезненной одержимости религиозными культами и слепой преданности ложным вещам. Достойный образец своего жанра, жаль что нелепый скандал с Винни пухом подкосил популярность этой игры, она явно заслуживает больше внимания.… Expand

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#17 Best PC Game of 2019
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#95 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019
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#62 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Washington Post
    Apr 19, 2021
    90
    Devotion’s defining characteristic is its ability to submerge a player in the mood it creates. It is a morbid experience worth having.
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  2. Adventure Gamers
    Apr 12, 2021
    80
    Devotion’s tale of fractured memories and buried secrets provides a dark, compelling look into the depths of human frailty and desperation. It doesn’t quite reach the heights its developer achieved with Detention, but it’s a well-crafted first-person journey to a strange and unexpected place.
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  3. New Game Network
    Mar 29, 2021
    84
    Devotion is another great horror outing for Red Candle Games. After years of waiting, I thought I was finally ready to engage in whatever terrors these Taiwanese developers had planned - I was wrong.
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