Cold Fear is a survival horror third‑person shooter developed by Darkworks and published by Ubisoft in 2005. In this atmospheric action‑horror experience, you play as Tom Hansen, a United States Coast Guard veteran sent to investigate a distress signal from a mysterious abandoned Russian whaling ship in the Arctic. Once aboard, you discover the vessel’s crew transformed by a parasitic organism into terrifying zombie‑like creatures known as Exos, forcing you into a fight for survival in relentless, storm‑tossed corridors.
The game blends intense combat with exploration, horror tension, and environmental challenges — including the ever‑shifting decks and waves that affect movement and aim. Players must utilize a variety of guns, brutal melee attacks, and environmental traps to survive waves of mutated enemies and mercenaries alike. Cold Fear’s blend of atmospheric tension, unsettling sound design, and dynamic environments makes it a compelling cult classic for horror fans who enjoy survival shooters with a narrative edge.
Features:
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Survival horror third‑person shooter action
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Play as Coast Guard veteran Tom Hansen
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Atmospheric Arctic ship setting
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Variety of mutated “Exo” enemies
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Dynamic weapon combat with firearms and traps
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Environmental hazards and ship motion challenges
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Tense survival resource management
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Classic horror exploration and puzzles
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Mixed camera perspectives (third‑person/over‑shoulder)
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Cult classic with atmospheric sound design
System Requirements:
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OS: Windows 2000/XP (original release)
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Processor: 1 GHz minimum, 2 GHz recommended
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RAM: 256 MB minimum, 512 MB recommended
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Graphics: DirectX 9 compliant 64 MB (128 MB recommended)
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DirectX: Version 9.0
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Storage: 2.2 GB available space
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Sound: DirectX 9.0 compatible
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Input: Keyboard and mouse (gamepad supported)
