Game

The Evil Within

2014 · PlayStation 3 · PlayStation 4 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox 360 · Xbox One · Shooter · Puzzle · Adventure

75IGDB player score
479 ratings

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A 75 average that undersells it — ask the 479 people who rated it. Horror that commits — survival atmosphere, real dread, and scares that aren't cheap. No multiplayer, no problem — the campaign carries the whole thing.

About this game

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.