Joyville
Released Aug 2023
Joyville is a horror-puzzle adventure game set in an abandoned children's camp. Brace yourself for a gripping journey through the shadows, solving puzzles, and trying to survive amidst the hidden horrors that await you.
70% positive · 346 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to buy
Steam $9.99
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Evaluation
Joyville launched on August 23, 2023 as a self-contained horror-puzzle adventure game. Shortly after release, on August 31, 2023, KudPlay Games issued a small bug-fix patch addressing visual and collision issues. On December 8, 2023, the developer announced a sequel — Joyville 2 — and ran a sale on the original game to celebrate. That announcement is the last known communication from the developer regarding this game. There is no DLC, no season pass, no post-launch content cycle, and no announced additions to the original game. The sequel announcement, combined with the complete absence of any DLC or content roadmap for the base game, strongly suggests Joyville shipped as a finished product. The developer's attention has moved to the sequel. The game is complete as originally released.
Evidence
Developer announced Joyville 2 and ran a 50% off sale on the original game to celebrate. No new content announced for the original game.
Small bug-fix patch shortly after launch fixing visual glitches, collisions, and text errors. No new content.
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Developer
Publisher
KudPlay Games
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Platform
Windows
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
Joyville: Horror-Puzzle Adventure
Joyville is a horror-puzzle adventure game set in an abandoned children's camp. Brace yourself for a gripping journey through the shadows, solving puzzles, and trying to survive amidst the hidden horrors that await you.
Unravel the Mystery: How did you end up here?
Decades after Joyville closure, you return to unravel the enigmatic past of this eerie place, but once you step foot inside, there's no turning back.
As a child, you experienced Joyville's delights, but now you seek the truth behind its haunting history. What sinister secrets lie buried in the camp's darkness? You must confront your fears and delve into the long-forgotten horrors that await you.
Tools for Survival: The Teddy Bear
To survive the nightmarish trials that await you, you'll need to solve numerous puzzles and outwit the malevolent entities haunting Joyville. Your most trusted companion? A teddy bear, ready to help you out in the most challenging moments and even save you from imminent death.
Explore the Darkest Corners: Stay Alive at All Costs
Venture deep into Joyville's desolate corners. But beware of those who still linger in the shadows. Your ultimate goal is to stay alive; your every move must be deliberate and cautious. Good luck, for the path to truth is paved with terror!
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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