Outlast is a first-person survival horror game developed and published by Red Barrels and released in 2013. The game is set in a remote psychiatric hospital named Mount Massive Asylum, located deep in the mountains of Lake County, Colorado. The player takes control of Miles Upshur, a freelance investigative journalist who decides to investigate the asylum after receiving a tip that the Murkoff Corporation, the company that owns the asylum, is conducting illegal experiments on patients.
The game is played from a first-person perspective, and players must avoid enemies and solve puzzles to survive. Players cannot fight back against enemies, and the only way to survive is to run and hide. The game is known for its intense and suspenseful gameplay, and it has been praised for its scares.
Outlast was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its atmosphere, gameplay, and story. It has been cited as an inspiration for many other horror games.
Number 3. Alien: Isolation
Released in 2014 for multiple platforms including Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One, Alien: Isolation earned praise for its immersive atmosphere, engaging gameplay, and faithful adaptation of the Alien franchise. The game achieved commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide.
Alien: Isolation boasts several key features, including its atmospheric and oppressive setting within a dark and abandoned space station, complemented by exceptional sound design that fosters a constant sense of dread. Stealth gameplay takes center stage as players must outsmart enemies, including the formidable Alien, using hiding, running, and distractions since combat is not an option.
One of the game’s standout features is the dynamic and unpredictable behavior of the Alien, which learns from the player’s actions, adding intense suspense to the gameplay. The well-crafted story ties seamlessly into the Alien film universe, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.
For fans of the Alien franchise and survival horror enthusiasts, Alien: Isolation offers a truly terrifying experience that lingers in your memory long after you’ve completed the game.
