Pacify

Pacify

Released Feb 2019

An online co-op horror game where you pacify, weaken and capture supernatural creatures for PAH Inc. Each level has a different story, unique monsters, and multiple endings. Play single player or together with up to 6 friends. Includes proximity voice chat with fun effects.

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Evaluation

Pacify is an ongoing horror co-op game developed solo by Shawn Hitchcock that has grown well beyond its original 2019 launch through a series of major map additions. The game launched with the original Dolls mission, then received the Woods update (June 11, 2021), the Farm map (referenced in later patch notes), and the Headquarters update (September 15, 2023) — each bringing new environments, monsters, and achievements. Most recently, on May 2, 2026, Shawn released a substantial update called "Voices in Darkness (Part 1 of 2)," which added a proximity voice chat system with environmental audio effects, graphical upgrades, and bug fixes. In the same post, he explicitly stated that Part 2 — a brand-new map with new monsters built around the voice chat system — is actively in development. A follow-up patch on May 11, 2026 reiterated: "I am still working on the next map that will use the in-game voice chat." This means a named new content release is actively in progress, confirmed by the developer just weeks before today's date. There is no ambiguity about intent — the new map is in development and Shawn has a consistent track record of delivering on announced content.
Evidence
Developer confirms he is still actively working on the next map designed around the proximity voice chat system
news post · May 11, 2026 source content planned
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Major update 'Voices in Darkness (Part 1 of 2)' released — includes proximity voice chat, graphical upgrades, and bug fixes. Developer explicitly states Part 2 will be a new map with new monsters, currently in development.
news post · May 2, 2026 source content planned
high

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Details

Publisher
Hitchcock Games
Achievements
52
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · PvP

About this game

NEW CONTENT

Pacify has separate missions to capture unique paranormal entities. Each mission includes a unique environment, story, gameplay, and monsters. Have fun with your friends trying to complete each eerie paranormal mission and help PAH Inc. capture the supernatural entities. There is also a fun proximity voice chat system with voice changing special effects in certain situations or environments.

THE DOLLS MISSION STORY

You just signed on with PAH Inc. Paranormal Activity Helpers Incorporated, yeah sounds corny, but the pay is great. They said you won't ever be in any real danger, and they have tons of work right now. Your first job is at some old haunted house. There is a broker wanting to put the house for sale, but with everyone in the town spreading rumors of evil living inside the house, he needs some proof that it is safe. He actually seems creeped out himself. Anyway, he hired PAH Inc. to check the place out. You can go check it out alone if you'd like, but I would take at least 3 more friends with me. Check the place out, and if there is anything supernatural going on, try to bring evidence back to PAH Inc.

MYSTERY OF THE HOUSE

This house was built over 100 years ago. The owners ran a funeral parlor. They held normal funeral services such as ceremonies, wakes, cremation and burying the dead. The rumor around town is that they also offered a very special service, a way to talk to your deceased loved one on last time. Several people paid for the service, and after some type of ritual, they were able to speak to the dead. Something apparently went wrong during one of the rituals. A person from town and the owners of the house disappeared and were never seen again. Over the last century, a few people that investigated the incident never returned. A few kids sneaking around the place claimed to hear laughter and see a little girl in the window. There probably isn't any truth to any of it.

GAMEPLAY

In Pacify, you will be running for your life around the narrow corridors of a dark, old house. There is a little girl that switches between good and evil roaming around. Different circumstances can cause her to change. Once the evil takes over, it will chase you and your friends all over the house. You must find a way to Pacify the evil and escape the house. As the game progresses, the evil gets smarter and faster.

Play alone in single player mode, or play with up to 3 more friends in multiplayer. In multiplayer mode, you can choose to play with or against your friends. Read the notes for clues about Pacifying the girl. Find and use keys, dolls, wood and matches to help you on your way. The girl can hear and see you. Stay out of sight, and stay as quiet as possible. Try different types of strategies to win.

  • Single Player Mode
    You can go in the house alone, but the game will be difficult. You must do the work of 2-4 people all by yourself. It is possible though and very scary to take on the girl all alone!

  • Co-Op Mode
    In co-op multiplayer, you work together trying to help each other escape the house. You can save each other from the girl by interrupting her when she catches someone.

  • PVP Mode
    In pvp mode, everyone is an intern for PAH Inc. vying to get a full time position. The person that does the most work gets hired. You can push each other down and get in each other's way. Pushing a player on the floor stuns them for 5 seconds and causes them to drop their keys.

Last evaluated Jun 26, 2026
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