Games part of the Alone in the dark series

The first game in the series, "Alone in the Dark," was released in 1992 for MS-DOS and later ported to various platforms. It introduced a unique blend of survival horror and puzzle-solving gameplay elements. Players took on the role of either Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood, investigating the mysterious events occurring in a haunted mansion called Derceto.

The game's pre-rendered 3D environments, fixed camera angles, and cinematic presentation were groundbreaking at the time. The gameplay focused on exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat encounters with supernatural creatures. The use of limited resources and a sense of vulnerability added to the tension and horror. The success of the first game led to multiple sequels and spin-offs. 

In 2001, a reboot of the series, simply titled "Alone in the Dark," was released for PC and later ported to consoles. It aimed to modernize the franchise with a more action-oriented approach, including a third-person perspective and a more dynamic combat system. The game received mixed reviews but was notable for its innovative use of real-time physics.

A further reboot titled "Alone in the Dark: Illumination" was released in 2015. However, it deviated significantly from the core gameplay and was met with negative reception from both critics and fans.