About Side Effects Game
Side Effects is a psychological horror survival game that puts you in the shoes of test subjects trapped in a mysterious medical facility. The game revolves around a deadly pill roulette mechanism where two players must make strategic decisions about which pills to take, each with unknown effects that could either help or harm them.
As a test subject in this twisted experiment, you'll need to balance risk and reward while trying to maintain your health and sanity. The game creates an atmosphere of intense psychological tension as you never know what each pill will do - some might provide temporary benefits, while others could have devastating consequences.
How to play
Mouse
Select & Interact
Left Click
Take Pill/Use Item
Right Click
Examine/Cancel
ESC
Pause Menu
Core Gameplay Mechanics
- Pill Roulette System: Choose from various pills with unknown effects, creating high-stakes decision-making
- Health Management: Monitor your physical and mental health as different pills affect you
- Strategic Planning: Decide when to take risks and when to play it safe
- Resource Management: Use limited medical supplies and items wisely
- Environmental Interaction: Explore the facility to find clues and resources
- Two-Player Dynamics: Compete or cooperate with another test subject
Pill Types and Effects
- Healing Pills: Restore health but may have unexpected side effects
- Stimulants: Increase alertness and performance but risk addiction or crashes
- Sedatives: Calm nerves but may cause drowsiness or impaired judgment
- Experimental Drugs: Unknown effects with high risk/reward ratio
- Placebos: No effect but test your ability to identify them
Survival Strategies
- Observe Patterns: Pay attention to how different pills affect you and your partner
- Manage Resources: Keep track of your health and use medical items sparingly
- Risk Assessment: Evaluate the potential benefits against the risks of each pill
- Environmental Awareness: Explore thoroughly to find useful items and information
- Psychological Endurance: Maintain your composure as the experiment intensifies
- Adaptability: Be prepared to change your strategy based on new information
Game Features
- Procedural Elements: Each playthrough offers different pill combinations and effects
- Psychological Horror: Intense atmosphere and unexpected events create tension
- Multiple Endings: Your choices lead to different outcomes and revelations
- Resource Scarcity: Limited supplies force strategic decision-making
- Atmospheric Design: Dark, claustrophobic environment enhances the horror experience
