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Pyromaniac

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2026

Should you play it?

Play as Nikolas, a 20-year-old guy who found himself lost in an abandoned city... or so he thought it was at first. Explore the city, defend yourself from monsters, and find answers to what is really going on.

What works

  • Strong atmospheric horror and psychological themes
  • Engaging narrative with multiple endings
  • Nostalgic visual and audio style
  • Short and focused gameplay
  • Good value for price

Things to keep in mind

  • Combat is simple and janky with limited mechanics
  • Very short length with limited content
  • Some bugs and performance issues reported
  • Lack of gameplay variety and enemy diversity
  • Linear progression with limited player freedom

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Pyromaniac: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Experimenting, Strategy.

Last update: 26/08/2026