Haze vs We Happy Few

Set in a bleak future ruled by the Mantel Corporation, Haze puts players in the shoes of Shane Carpenter, a soldier enhanced by the mind‑altering drug Nectar. As the drug’s hallucinogenic effects distort perception, players must navigate both the vivid illusion and the brutal reality of war. When Carpenter discovers the true cost of Nectar, he defects to the rebel group The Promise Hand, leading to a three‑day conflict that blends intense first‑person combat with a twisting narrative about control, addiction, and rebellion.

Set in an alternate 1960s England, We Happy Few thrusts you into a retro‑futuristic city where citizens are kept compliant by a mind‑altering drug called Joy. As a reluctant outsider, you must blend in, gather supplies, and uncover the truth behind the enforced cheerfulness. The game blends shooter mechanics with adventure and survival elements, offering a single‑player experience that challenges you to make moral choices while navigating a world of paranoia, horror, and dark humor.

• Innovative hallucinogenic visual system
• Engaging plot with a major mid‑game twist
• Solid mix of single‑player and multiplayer content
• Distinct sci‑fi dystopian atmosphere

• Rich, atmospheric world building
• Engaging moral decision system
• Unique retro‑futuristic aesthetic
• Blend of shooter and survival mechanics

• Graphics dated by modern standards
• Multiplayer community has dwindled since launch
• Linear level design limits replayability

• Occasional performance issues on lower‑end PCs
• Stealth sections can feel unforgiving
• Limited replay variety after main story