Premium 80’s horror experience

Poop Killer is a paid simulation game from 616 GAMES, known for creating outlandish games with retro aesthetics. In this short indie game, you play as a clerk in a VHS rental shop who must suffer from the irresponsibility of others. After a passing customer uses and clogs your toilet, you must survive your closing shift as the titular monster is summoned.

Inspired by 80’s films of inanimate killer objects like Christine, Death Bed, or the more recent Rubber, Poop Killer combines over-the-top horror and comedy. It’s like a cross between The Asylum Incident and The Closing Shift.

An interactive horror-comedy PSA

At the core of Poop Killer is a simple reminder often taken for granted. The game literally tells you: “Never forget to flush the toilet after taking a dump.” As such, this interactive public service announcement feels like a commercial break because of its short playthrough—something you can finish in less than 30 minutes. It starts out slow, letting the average video rental experience sink in before a disgusting finale.

In terms of the game’s visuals, it carries the signature 616 GAMES’ use of slightly blurry, low-poly aesthetics. The short game feels like a PSX horror game with low production value. Expect polygonal figures with low-quality people photos slapped onto them, pixelating background elements, and clunky animation. These visuals are dated video elements that evoke nostalgia for the older players.

Also, if you’re looking for a proper story closure, this game doesn’t have any. It cuts abruptly and doesn’t even bring the evildoer to justice. Also, expect a lot of mature content that includes language on top of generous amounts of excrement during the latter part of the game. If you’re at the legal age and purchased the game, enjoy massive amounts of comedy plus a well-timed jump scare.

Remember to flush

Story-wise, Poop Killer will leave you with more questions after your short yet satisfying playthrough. It creates a VHS shop vibe that is consistent with the PSX aesthetic to bring you back to an earlier time. Don’t expect a fully fleshed-out story, though, since it comes abruptly and cuts the game—although it keeps the game immersive and complete. Great for people after games with weird and funny concepts.