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Lisa: The Painful

Released December 15, 2014 on PC, Linux and Mac

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About Lisa: The Painful

Lisa: The Painful is a single player role-playing game with turn-based strategy elements and a side view presentation. It was developed and published by Dingaling and released on December 15, 2014, for Linux, PC, and Mac. It is the first entry in the LISA series by name, and it carries an ESRB M rating.

The game takes place in a ruined landscape, and its side-scrolling world mixes exploration with battles. Its themes include horror, survival, comedy, and drama, and it is listed under the RPG, turn-based strategy, adventure, and indie genres.

The story leans on hard decisions. Choices made during play carry lasting effects on how the game unfolds, and protecting companions can come at a real cost to your own character. Every decision matters for how the story reads from start to finish. The tone shifts between dark and humorous throughout.

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Lisa: The Painful FAQ

When did Lisa: The Painful come out?

Lisa: The Painful came out on December 15, 2014.

What platforms is Lisa: The Painful on?

Lisa: The Painful came out on PC, Linux and Mac.

Who made Lisa: The Painful?

Lisa: The Painful is developed by Dingaling and published by Dingaling.

Is Lisa: The Painful multiplayer?

No. Lisa: The Painful is single player only.

What is Lisa: The Painful rated?

Lisa: The Painful is rated ESRB M (Mature 17+).

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