We Happy Few

Society is held together by the widespread use of a hallucinogenic drug called Joy, which suppresses unhappy memories and enforces a state of artificial bliss.

Those who refuse or fail to take Joy are branded as “Downers” and hunted by the authorities.

The player experiences this dystopia through the perspectives of three different characters, each with their own past, motivations, and narrative arc.

Their shared goal is survival and escape from the oppressive system that demands conformity.

Gameplay blends first-person exploration with stealth, crafting, and survival elements.

Players must manage hunger, thirst, fatigue, and Joy intake, since refusing to conform makes non-player characters more suspicious and hostile.

Movement through the city involves scavenging for supplies, crafting tools and weapons, and engaging in melee combat when avoidance is not possible.

The open environments range from the decaying Garden District to the orderly but watchful city streets, each presenting unique challenges.

Dialogue and narrative choices influence encounters and how other characters respond, though the overarching story remains structured around the main protagonists’ arcs.

Combat emphasizes improvised weapons and stamina management.

Fights can be direct, but stealth and distraction often provide safer paths.

Outfits and disguises play a significant role, as dressing appropriately for each district influences whether the player can move unnoticed or attract suspicion.

Lockpicking, hacking, and environmental manipulation provide non-lethal alternatives to confrontation.

Completing main objectives advances the story, while side quests and random encounters provide opportunities for resources and deeper world-building.

Character abilities can be enhanced through skill trees, offering

We Happy Few for PlayStation 4 is currently worth €14.24 loose, €18.97 complete in box, and €30.17 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.

We Happy Few has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.

Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For We Happy Few, loose is €14.24 and CIB is €18.97 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.

The PAL version of We Happy Few is currently worth €14.24 loose, versus €9.00 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.