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Friday the 13th
Friday the 13thDefend campers and hunt Jason in a tense 2D horror showdown
The Suffering
The SufferingSurvive a nightmarish prison in a brutal horror action adventure.
Overview
Description

Step into the shoes of one of six camp counselors tasked with protecting children at Camp Crystal Lake. The 2D action‑horror game pits you against the relentless Jason, who attacks cabins on a strict time limit. Survive three increasingly brutal cycles by rescuing children, battling Jason, and mastering the lake’s pathways before the nightmare ends.

You play as Torque, a condemned prisoner thrust into a twisted, nightmarish version of a maximum‑security penitentiary. The game blends third‑person combat with psychological horror as you battle ghoulish apparitions, hostile inmates, and the demons of your own past. The Suffering challenges you to unravel Torque’s mysterious past while navigating a hostile environment filled with jump‑scares, brutal melee, and unsettling storytelling, all rated M for mature audiences.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Horror
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Horror‑action fans
Mature horror action gamers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Atlus
Surreal Software, Midway Home Entertainment
publisher
LJN
Midway Games, Zoo Digital
age rating
CLASS_IND L
ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
—
82/100
General
release date
1989-02-01
2004-03-09
msrp
—
$59.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Atmospheric 2D horror setting
  • Clear, time‑pressured objectives create tension
  • Three escalating cycles add replay value
  • Simple controls suitable for quick pick‑up sessions
  • Atmospheric horror design
  • Deep, branching storyline
  • Varied enemy types and combat options
  • High replay value with multiple endings
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Graphics may feel dated to modern players
  • Short overall campaign length
  • Occasional camera clunkiness
  • Limited save system can be unforgiving
  • Graphics dated by modern standards
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