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About Unknown Faces
Unknown Faces is a 6-15 player multiplayer strategy game from Nerux Studio that remixes classic Mafia-style social deduction with a grittier edge. Released in 2026 for PC, it pits players against each other in a battle of lies and survival. You take sides as mafia, town members, or neutral roles, using deception and logic to eliminate rivals. The game thrives on high-stakes conversations and sudden betrayals. Its co-op mode adds a twist, forcing teams to coordinate while hiding secrets. If you love tense group dynamics and reading between the lines, this is your playroom.
Gameplay
Each round unfolds in two phases: night and day. At night, hidden roles complete secret tasks or assassinate targets. During the day, everyone debates and votes to lynch suspects. Roles like the detective or mayor give temporary advantages, but trust is fragile. The game rewards quick thinking and voice chat banter, players often derail plans with fake alibis or strategic silence. Matches last 45, 90 minutes, with every decision shaping the outcome. Co-op mode requires balancing team goals with personal agendas, adding another layer of complexity. The UI is minimal, keeping focus on the social chaos.
What Players Think
Community ratings average 4.2/5, with 78% of players finishing the core 12-role campaign. Critics praise the depth, scoring it 8.5/10, though 15% of reviews call it "overly chaotic." Average playtime is 2.3 hours per session, with 65% of users replaying matches to test new strategies. Moods are split: 50% "intense," 30% "thrilling," and 20% "frustrating for new players." Achievements like "Silent Killer" (kill 10 targets without speaking) have a 45% completion rate. One player wrote, "Mastering deception feels like solving a live puzzle." Others grumble about "unbalanced roles in solo play."
PlayPile's Take
Unknown Faces is a must-play for social deduction enthusiasts who crave strategy over luck. At $19.99, it’s a modest ask for hours of tense, replayable fun. The 37 achievements add extra incentive, but the learning curve may turn off casual players. While not everyone will love the vocal micromanagement, diehard fans of Mafia and Werewolf will find it refreshing. Skip if you hate group politics, otherwise, gather friends and sharpen your lies.
Game Modes
Multiplayer, Co-operative
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