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Joyville
Joyville is a horror-puzzle adventure game set in an abandoned children's camp. Brace yourself for a gripping journey through the shadows, solving puzzles, and trying to survive amidst the hidden horrors that await you.
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Joyville — The Abandoned Camp
Developer
KudPlay Games
Released
Aug 23, 2023
Platform
Windows
3h
Main Story
3.5h
Main+Extra
4h
Completionist
Decades after Joyville's closure, you return to unravel the enigmatic past of this eerie children's camp. Armed with a teddy bear companion, solve puzzles and survive the malevolent entities haunting the shadows.
Joyville 2 — The Star
Developer
KudPlay Games
Released
Dec 13, 2024
Platform
Windows
Explore two parallel worlds where the joy of the past meets present horrors. Uncover the truth behind Harrison Vanderbilt's magical inventions, your sister's disappearance, and the camp's dark secrets spanning decades.
FAQ
What is Joyville about?
Joyville is a horror-puzzle adventure game set in an abandoned children's camp. You explore the ruins armed with a teddy bear companion, solving code puzzles and surviving chase sequences from the camp's monstrous inhabitants. Developed by KudPlay Games, it draws comparisons to Poppy Playtime and Garten of Banban for its mascot horror style.
How do you solve the final keypad puzzle in Joyville?
The final keypad puzzle in Joyville requires entering a code while being chased. The trick is that the first digit is displayed backwards. Many players find this chase unfair due to the tight timing. A strategy is to memorize the code pattern before the chase triggers, giving you more time to enter it correctly.
Is Joyville similar to Poppy Playtime?
Joyville shares the mascot horror genre with Poppy Playtime — both feature abandoned facilities with creepy toy-like creatures and puzzle-based progression. However, Joyville focuses more on code puzzles and chase sequences with a teddy bear companion mechanic, while Poppy Playtime emphasizes the GrabPack tool and factory exploration.
How long does it take to beat Joyville?
Joyville Chapter 1 takes about 20-30 minutes to complete. Joyville 2 (The Star) is longer at roughly 1-1.5 hours. A full playthrough of both chapters back-to-back runs about 1.5-2 hours total.