Pacify
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Pacify

An online co-op horror game where you pacify, weaken and capture supernatural creatures for PAH Inc. Each level has a different story, unique monsters, and multiple endings. Play single player or together with up to 6 friends. Includes proximity voice chat with fun effects.

DEV: Shawn HitchcockPUB: Hitchcock GamesAppID 967050
UPDATE PULSEevery ~27d·last 146d ago·14 recent on record

Is Pacify still being updated? — the short answer, with the evidence.

85.7
Strong

Elixir Rating

86% of 42,793 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 85.7. It is a finished game, so no support adjustment applies either way.

reception 85.7·support +0.0·Strong

Computed from Steam’s own review tally and observable developer activity — never from anyone’s opinion of the game. How this is calculated

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Current price

$4.99

Development

Actively supported

Last heard from developers

4 months ago

Usual rhythm

every ~71.5 days

Substantial updates (6 mo)

1

Current silence

within normal range

The developers post roughly every 71.5 days and were last heard 4 months ago — within their normal range. 1 substantial update landed in the past six months.

Recent Transmissions

30 entries in codex

Community AnnouncementsMay 11, 2026
Headquarters Difficulty and Voice Chat Special Effects

Hello,I just uploaded a small patch with a few adjustments.I lowered the difficulty of several aspects of the headquarters level. It should be easier to complete.The in-game voice chat is set to high quality audio. It has environmental and …

Community AnnouncementsMay 2, 2026
New Pacify Update: Voices in Darkness (Part 1 of 2)

Hello everyone,I spent over a year and a half porting Pacify to consoles, much longer than I expected, but it is finally done. After finishing the final console port (last October), I started building a new game. I was creating a proximity …

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Community AnnouncementsMar 10, 2024
Mac and Windows connection fix

Fixed a small glitch on the Mac version of the game that wouldn't allow them host or join properly. If you are on a Mac and Pacify isn't show the "Update" button yet please restart Steam. If you were on a Windows PC and were not having trou…

Community AnnouncementsMar 6, 2024
A better, faster Pacify!

Hello everyone! I have been working on other platforms for the last few months and found several ways I could improve the performance of Pacify. I decided to take some time and implement these improvements for everyone here. The game will r…

Community AnnouncementsOct 24, 2023
Options and Optimizations

In this update: -The game has been optimized more -The total file size has been decreased from 10gb to under 2.6gb -Settings are applied and saved in a new way. -The "Auto" button in the Options menu, will run a quick test and automatically…

Community AnnouncementsSep 24, 2023
Headquarters Custom Settings Fix

Hello, Some users are experiencing an issue where they cannot change any setting in the options menu. This is a fix for that problem. Everything should work fine for new users, but if you are already experiencing the problem, you can go to …

Community AnnouncementsSep 22, 2023
The Headquarters map now supports more players

Hey everyone, I am still optimizing and adjusting the Headquarters, and I decided to increase the max number of players in the Headquarters. Here are the most important changes of this update: -When you host a game with Headquarters chosen,…

Community AnnouncementsSep 21, 2023
Headquarters Patch #4

Fixed syncing issues with the doors in headquarters. Fixed the "Don't Do It" achievement. Open a cell with the monster inside to activate this achievement. Thanks for the feedback and bugs you have posted in the discussions. I will continue…

Community AnnouncementsSep 21, 2023
Headquarters Optimization

This update increases the performance of the Headquarters map. -Shawn

Community AnnouncementsSep 18, 2023
Save Settings Fix

A few people are having a problem saving settings in the options. This patch fixes it. I did still notice that if "Fullscreen" is set to YES in your current save, it may not save the resolution correctly. Switching "Fullscreen" to NO and th…

Community AnnouncementsSep 16, 2023
Headquarters Update Patch #1

Fixed a chair that people were getting stuck on. Fixed the entrance door not appearing to be open for all players. Adjusted the difficulty and game progression. Make sure you download the new update or you might not be able to join the lobb…

Community AnnouncementsSep 15, 2023
The Pacify Headquarters Update Is LIVE!

Hello All! The Headquarters update for Pacify is ready! Have fun running around in the headquarters of the Paranormal Activity Helpers. There are new monsters, achievements, leaderboards, and more. You can play with up to 4 people, and for …

Community AnnouncementsAug 19, 2023
Pacify Headquarters Update Release Date

Message from PAH Inc. We need your help! PAH Headquarters is currently experiencing a power outage. We have to keep everything powered using our battery backup system, or the paranormal entities may escape. The battery backup system isn't p…

Community AnnouncementsMar 13, 2023
PACIFY Headquarters Update Almost Here!

Hello All! I am in the final development stages of the Headquarters Update for Pacify. In this update, you will be running around PAH HQ and securing monsters in their cells. There are new monsters, new items, mischievous spirits and more. …

Community AnnouncementsFeb 7, 2022
Pacify on Steam Deck

Hello Everyone, The update released today includes optimizations and bug fixes for Pacify to run on Valve's new console, Steam Deck. These optimizations will allow you to play Pacify on the Steam Deck. With Pacify set to medium quality at S…

Community AnnouncementsNov 5, 2021
Next PACIFY Update: Headquarters

Hello all, I have been working on the next update for Pacify and laying out the final gameplay. I can't wait to see you running around PAH Inc. headquarters, handling a power outage, chasing or running from familiar faces, and maybe meeting…

Community AnnouncementsJun 15, 2021
Pacify Woods Update Patch #3

Another round of bug fixes and adjustments. Have fun! Shawn Hitchcock PS Make sure to restart Steam, if you don't see the update or you can't connect with your friends.

Community AnnouncementsJun 14, 2021
Pacify Woods Adjustments and Bug Fixes #2

Here is another update full of bug fixes and game adjustments. I saw everyone's comments, reviews and playthroughs. I have corrected several things based on your feedback. I will continue to read and watch for problems. Thanks again to ever…

Community AnnouncementsJun 11, 2021
Woods update first day bug fixes

Squished some bugs Fixed a problem the game not updating correctly in multiplayer Fixed the sound on the puppy gate Fixed a spot where you could jump out of the map Please restart your Steam client to make sure you have the same update as e…

Community AnnouncementsJun 11, 2021
The PACIFY Woods update is here!

The wait is over, the Pacify Woods update is live. Enjoy the new map and the witch that lives there! There are 11 new achievements, 3 new leaderboards, and many bugs fixes since the last update. To play the new update, choose "Woods" as the…

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Community AnnouncementsJun 5, 2021
Pacify Woods Update Coming Soon!

I will be releasing the 'Woods' update for Pacify on June 11, 2021. I feel like it fits with the other maps well, but it is completely unique. I can't wait for everyone to play it! I will be watching as many live streams and gameplay videos…

Community AnnouncementsJan 18, 2021
New "Woods" map for Pacify still in the works!

I am currently still working on the new map update. I apologize for the delay. I was close to being done with my original plan for the next map last October, but I was not happy with several aspects. So I started over in many areas. A lot o…

Community AnnouncementsNov 20, 2020
More optimization and bug fixes

Optimized the farm more Fixed a compatibility issue with MacOS Catalina Woods Update Info: I am still working on the "Woods" update daily. I will release it when I feel like it is ready. I want it to be a scary and a fun experience. I will …

Community AnnouncementsOct 18, 2020
Bug fix for Mac users

Back again with a small update. - Fixed a problem where Mac users couldn't connect to Windows hosts. Mac users can now join Windows hosts and vice versa, but Mac users will not be able to participate or hear the voice chat - Fixed a glitch …

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Community AnnouncementsOct 18, 2020
Voice Chat

-Voice Chat added for Windows users I haven't added the in-game instructions yet, but: Press T to use your radio / walkie talkie. Press V for regular voice that only works close to other players. Please comment below if this update causes y…

Community AnnouncementsOct 17, 2020
More Bug Fixes

More quick fixes -Fixed problem with quitting a single player game and getting trapped in a lobby -Optimized the Farm even more, you should get great framerate now! -Fixed being able to walk around while the game was paused -You can now loo…

Community AnnouncementsOct 16, 2020
Another Bug Fix Update

Here's another small update. -Volume slider added to the options menu. -If all players lose or the server quits the game, everyone returns to the lobby now. -Optimized the Farm even more. -Fixed a bug where Emilia wouldn't change into a mon…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 28, 2020
Bug Fix Update

Ok trying to run this patch through again. Last time it caused some problems. This is not the Woods update yet. I will release it as soon as I am finished it, even if it is before October 31. This patch should fix audio and video issues som…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 8, 2020
Some Bug Fixes

UPDATED 4:23am 9/9/2020 I reverted this patch back to the previous version of the game for now. Make sure you close Steam and reopen to get the most current version so that you can connect with your friends. ===========ORIGINAL PATCH TEXT==…

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Community AnnouncementsAug 28, 2020
Terrifying new update coming to PACIFY

========= BEGIN MISSION TEXT ========= There is an old estate outside of town, in the middle of the woods. The estate has a strange history. It is the resting place for witches of the past. The groundskeeper is supposedly a witch herself na…

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