Alone in the Dark is a pioneering survival horror game developed by Infogrames and widely regarded as one of the first 3D horror experiences in gaming history. Set in the mysterious and haunted Derceto mansion, players assume the role of private investigator Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood, exploring the dark estate to uncover the secrets behind supernatural occurrences and the death of Jeremy Hartwood.
The game combines exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat in a tense atmosphere filled with supernatural threats. Players must carefully manage resources, including limited ammunition and health, while solving environmental puzzles and decoding cryptic clues. Its fixed camera angles, 3D polygonal characters, and pre-rendered backgrounds were groundbreaking at the time, creating a truly immersive horror experience.
Alone in the Dark emphasizes suspense and strategy over action, requiring players to think critically to survive. Its eerie sound design, compelling story, and innovative gameplay mechanics influenced an entire generation of survival horror titles.
Features:
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Classic survival horror gameplay
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Play as Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood
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Exploration of a haunted mansion
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Puzzle-solving and environmental challenges
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Limited resources and strategic combat
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Fixed camera angles with 3D characters
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Cryptic clues and hidden secrets
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Atmospheric sound design
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Early 3D polygonal graphics
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Groundbreaking influence on horror games
System Requirements:
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OS: Windows 95/98/ME/2000/XP
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Processor: 486 DX2 66 MHz or better
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Memory: 8 MB RAM
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Graphics: 2 MB VGA compatible
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DirectX: Version 5.0
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Storage: 50 MB available space
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Sound Card: DirectX compatible
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Keyboard and mouse required
