Pamali: Indonesian Folklore Horror

A narrative horror game set in the daily lives of Indonesian society. Interact with various mystical objects as you explore haunted places, unravel their lingering mysteries, and experience how Indonesian myth, taboo and culture, combined with your choices, shape the course of your nights.

Pamali: Indonesian Folklore Horror is a indie, adventure and horror game developed by Storytale and published by Storytale and Maple Whispering Limited.
Released on December 27th 2018 is available only on Windows in 3 languages: English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.

It has received 631 reviews of which 530 were positive and 101 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 14.79€ on Steam.


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Windows
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: Windows 7 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7200U CPU @ 2.50Ghz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 940MX
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 2 GB available space

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Dec. 2024
its a very well thought game, but i wish, its less redundant and repetitive than it is. we get it, there's a bunch of endings and stories. but i dont think it need the same routine for most of the endings and a long to do lists. because it could be damn hurtful if we did one mistake that ruins the whole steps. appreciate the research, the writing and the design. but hope for a better mechanic for the door. (also i found a bug in the parent's wardrobe- i couldn't move and i have to restart-tho i dont know if i got stunted or not) thanks story tale
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Nov. 2024
Very nice Folklore indonesian horror game! U can learn there culture and information about the ghosts ^^
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Oct. 2024
Pertamanya sebagai player baru menurut saya agak susah untuk mengerti tujuan dari game ini, tapi setelah menemukan beberapa ending akhir nya baru bisa paham. Dan juga susah banget untuk mengungkap ending2 nya tanpa mencontek :D cerita nya oke, jumpscare nya mungkin bisa dibikin lebih horror, creepy nya dapet. Overall oke guys.
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July 2024
Very good graphics, very easy controls, lots of improvisation, good DLC which introduces mythical legends and mystical creatures in Indonesia, hopefully in the future there will be more interesting DLCs to play!
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Feb. 2024
This experience was scarier than the thought of this year's incoming taxes readjustments announced by my country’s government! This is a spine-chilling journey into the depths of Indonesian mythology, weaving together captivating narratives and immersive horror gameplay! We’ll be transported to various haunting locations. Each inspired by different Indonesian folklore tales. From a rural Javanese village to a remote Balinese villa, paintings of a vivid picture of the country's cultural diversity while embracing its ghostly legends. The attention to detail in the game's environments is commendable, immersing us players in an authentic eerie setting, which will grant goosebumps all over our bodies once we decide to embark ourselves in such a journey! https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3153766630 What makes this game a bit different from others within the genre, is its focus on our choices and the aftermath consequences those would bring. As you progress through the game, you’ll have to confront moral dilemmas and cultural taboos deeply ingrained in folklore. Your decisions directly impact the outcome of the story, making it branch into various endings. This interactive element adds a layer of tension which turns this thrilling journey into a replayable one, encouraging you to explore different narrative paths! https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3153766579 The game masterfully builds suspense, relying on psychological horror rather than cheap jump scares, and the wise use of atmospheric sound design, dim lighting, and chilling whispers creates an unnerving ambiance that will keep you on edge more than once, which is refreshing. The mechanics revolve around exploration, puzzle-solving, and avoiding supernatural entities that will gladly take more than a hold on you if allowed to! Carefully searching your surroundings for clues, artifacts, and items to progress, all while being mindful of the spirits that roam around the area can even make you a bit paranoid wondering if what you've heard or saw was real or not a mere trick of your scared wits. The puzzles are cleverly integrated into the folklore themes, being sometimes a challenge that complements the overall narrative. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3153766604 Final Thoughts! [*]An aspect that could use a bit of improvement could be the pacing. Sometimes it can feel a bit slow, as the game focuses heavily on storytelling and atmosphere rather than action. [*]There are a variety of stories to follow through, and more content was added given time to this game, whilst I cannot recommend all the DLC, given some of them are not that good in comparison with what we were first offered as a horror experience. [*]Are you old enough to recognize the Nokia easter egg?👀 Also, other references for a variety of topics can be found along the way buuut I don’t want to spoil anything! If you're seeking a haunting adventure that explores folklore and superstitions from a different cultural perspective, Pamali is a game you should give a taste of! [url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/44684285/]Trust Witchy wanted to create some mischief here, leaving a trace in the shape of a review!
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Pamali: Indonesian Folklore Horror
7.9
530
101
Online players
1
Developer
Storytale
Publisher
Storytale, Maple Whispering Limited
Release 27 Dec 2018
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