Pathologic 2 is a gripping survival-horror adventure game developed by Ice Pick Lodge and published by tinyBuild. This game is a reimagining of the 2005 title Pathologic, retaining the original’s eerie atmosphere and storytelling while introducing new features. The game unfolds as a series of three thematically interconnected stories, with the first part focusing on Artemy Burakh, a surgeon known as the Haruspex. Summoned back to his hometown by his ailing father, Artemy finds his town in disarray, plagued by mysterious afflictions.
Survival Horror Gameplay
In Pathologic 2, players experience the action from a first-person perspective, navigating through a tense 12-day period in Artemy’s hometown. The game emphasizes quick decision-making and resource management as players interact with often unfriendly locals, unraveling the town’s dark secrets through dialogue. The plague that ravages the town—and affects the protagonist—adds a critical survival element, requiring players to manage hunger, thirst, and exhaustion carefully. Failure to maintain these stats can lead to a swift and grim end.
Story of a Plague
My name is Artemy Burakh, a surgeon who had left his hometown, Town-on-Gorkhon, to study medicine in the capital. Despite my father’s hopes that I would follow in his footsteps, I was unsure if I would ever return. Yet, a letter from him brought me back, only to find my hometown devastated by a mysterious plague. The townspeople are hostile, and strange characters accuse me of murder. The situation is overwhelming, but I must persevere. The fate of this town—and my own—is at stake.
Reception
Pathologic 2 has garnered positive reviews for its immersive storytelling and role-playing elements. Critics have praised the game’s ability to create a claustrophobic and compelling atmosphere, with the tension of limited time and resources heightening the experience. Players have lauded the game’s depth and difficulty, appreciating the challenge of navigating its complex narrative and survival mechanics.
Key Features
- Tale of a Plague: Your fate is in your hands as you combat a devastating plague threatening to destroy a small town.
- Survival Horror: Stay vigilant in a town descending into chaos. Manage your bodily functions carefully to avoid death.
- The Clock Is Ticking: You have twelve days to uncover the source of the plague or face doom for yourself and the town.
- Immersive Story: As Artemy, the son of the local physician, confront the suspicion and hostility of the townspeople and enigmatic figures accusing you of murder.
- Fight or Flight: Decide how to handle confrontations. Sometimes surrendering your possessions is safer than risking your life.
Prepare for a harrowing journey through Pathologic 2, where every decision could mean the difference between survival and obliteration.
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