The Evil Within (2014)

The Evil Within embodies the meaning of pure survival horror. Highly-crafted environments, horrifying anxiety, and an intricate story are combined to create an immersive world that will bring you to the height of tension. With limited resources at your disposal, you’ll fight for survival and experience profound fear in this perfect blend of horror and action. While investigating the scene of a gruesome mass murder, Detective Sebastian Castellanos and his partners encounter a mysterious and powerful force. After seeing the slaughter of fellow officers, Sebastian is ambushed and knocked unconscious. When he awakens, he finds himself in a deranged world where hideous creatures wander among the dead. Facing unimaginable terror and fighting for survival, Sebastian embarks on a frightening journey to unravel what’s behind this evil force.

Shooter Puzzle Adventure Action Horror Survival Stealth bloody detective drugs female protagonist bromance achievements traps hiding torture survival horror over the shoulderPlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360, Xbox One

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Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360, Xbox One
Developer: Tango Gameworks
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
Released: October 14, 2014
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Third person
Engine: id Tech 5
Time to beat: 13 h rushed · 21 h main story · 55 h completionist

IGDB rating 7.5/10 from 476 ratings.

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