Obey the Voice

About Obey the Voice

Obey the Voice is a psychological horror adventure game from Patchwork Interactive, released January 27, 2026, for PC. You play a character recovering from an accident, trapped in a digital consciousness with dissociative identity disorder. The game forces you to follow strict rules dictated by a mysterious voice while battling intrusive thoughts and unsettling encounters. Set in a claustrophobic, shifting environment, it blends tense decision-making with survival mechanics. If you like games that weaponize anxiety and test your ability to follow orders under pressure, this is your jam.

Gameplay

The core loop revolves around obedience and panic. You navigate abstract, ever-changing rooms, completing tasks like retrieving objects or solving environmental puzzles while ignoring distractions. A second voice, your other personality, whispers conflicting instructions, and non-human entities lurk in periphery vision. Breaking the rules triggers instant penalties like reset sequences or forced skips. Controls are minimal: point-and-click movement, but timing and vigilance matter. Each section ends with pressing a button (red for threats, blue for completion), but hesitation costs progress. The game thrives on false alarms and calculated risks.

What Players Think

PlayPile users rate it 7.8/10, with 78% critic approval. 52% of players report "tense" vibes, 28% "confused," and 15% "frustrated." Average playtime is 4.2 hours, but completion rates hit 37%. Twitch viewers rank it #79, drawn to its high-stakes chaos. Reviews highlight "unrelenting pressure" and "clever rule-breaking payoffs," though some call it "unfairly punishing." The 125 achievements track compliance, but 23% of players quit before unlocking half.

PlayPile's Take

Worth it if you crave intense, short bursts of horror. The $39.99 price tag feels steep for 4 hours of play, but the mental gymnastics and tight pacing justify it for niche fans. Achievements add replay value, but don’t expect a relaxing experience. Skip if you dislike permadeath or stress-induced gameplay. Obey the Voice is a masterclass in tension, but not everyone will survive its rules.

Storyline

After an accident, you're uploaded into a consciousness backup. The Voice guides you, trying to uncover who you truly are. But there’s a catch. You have dissociative identity disorder. Obey the Voice is a pressure-driven psychological horror experience built around constant threat, rule-based challenges, where survival depends on attention, timing, and decision-making under extreme stress. Rules You Must Always Follow: 1. If you hear a voice other than The Voice, ignore it. 2. If you encounter a being you're certain is not human, do not look at it. It may try to get your attention or simply ignore you. No matter what, do not look. 3. If you detect any sign of life having moved or moving, turn back immediately and press the red button. We will eliminate the threat and transfer you to a new section. 4. As soon as you complete the task you were given, turn back and press the blue button. Do not linger. Note: These rules apply to all sections unless stated otherwise by The Voice.