Side Effects Game

Rating:5 (1 votes)
Played:112 times
Classification:Simulator Games

Side Effects is a high-stakes survival game where each mystery pill can heal or harm. Outlast your opponent in this deadly round of pill roulette.

Inspired by Buckshot Roulette, this indie prototype places you in a high-stakes environment where your decisions determine life or death.

Game Concept

Pill Roulette Mechanic

Mystery Pills: At the core of Side Effects is the risk of consuming a mystery pill. Every pill you ingest can either heal, harm, or produce unpredictable effects.

Stacking Effects: As rounds progress, the effects of the pills stack, increasing both the tension and the complexity of your decisions.

Survival Challenge

One Life, One Choice: With only two test subjects in each match, every decision is critical. Choose wisely as you face off against an AI or another player, knowing that only one can survive the ordeal.

How to Play Side Effects

Gameplay Instructions

  • Ingest and Adapt: Choose to take a pill and hope its effects work in your favor.
  • Adjust Strategy: Monitor your tolerance and use available items strategically to manage the accumulating effects.

Key Objectives

Survive Each Round: Your main goal is to outlast your opponent by managing your resources and enduring the random effects of each pill.

Win the Mind Game: Keep an eye on your opponent’s moves and adjust your tactics accordingly to secure victory.

Experimental Prototype Feel

Developed in 10 Days: Despite its quick development, Side Effects packs a punch with smart mechanics and an atmosphere that pulls you deep into its narrative.

Side Effects stands out as a unique blend of survival, randomness, and tactical decision-making. If you enjoy tense, turn-based survival games that challenge you to adapt on the fly, this ultimate pill roulette experience is a must-play. Step into the lab, risk it all with each pill, and see if you have what it takes to be the sole survivor.

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