If you're offended by a fair amount of raw language and a large amount of blood and gore, The Suffering is not for you. Language and blood aside, this game is a sleeper hit. The action takes place in and around a prison. The main character, Torque, is brought to death row and that's when the killing starts. Demons suddenly appear from everywhere, slaughtering prisoners and prison guards alike. Torque's challenge, naturally, is to escape the creatures and the prison. There's a subplot to this game in which Torque has flashbacks to his family and as the game unfolds, you'll slowly discover the truth about Torque's involvement in killing his family (the reason he's on death row). This first person shooter combines some interesting puzzles that are integral to the action and story with an atmosphere that will keep you on the edge of your seat if not juming out of your seat on occasion. There's lots of weapons to choose from when killing a variety of evil creatures roaming about, including a Gonzo gun and flamethrower. The visuals are excellent as are the voice acting and sound effects. The atomosphere of the game is chilling, eerie, and suspenseful. There are several levels of difficulty so you can choose how many times you'll want to have your body mangled or chewed on. The Suffering is a terrific game and the $30.00 price tag makes it even better.
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