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Games part of the Alone in the dark series

The "Alone in the Dark" series is a popular horror video game franchise that has been around since the early 1990s. It is often considered one of the pioneering titles in the survival horror genre. Developed by Infogrames (now known as Atari), the series has undergone several iterations and has had a significant influence on later horror games.

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.

  • aloneinthedark-2
    1992DOSprotected action-adventure
    Developer: Infogrames
    Publisher: Infogrames
  • alone-in-the-dark-2-5
    1993DOSprotected action-adventure
    Developer: Infogrames
    Publisher: Infogrames
  • jack-in-the-dark-03
    1993DOS action-adventure
    Developer: Infogrames
    Publisher: Interplay Productions
  • alone-in-the-dark-3-05
    1994DOSprotected action-adventure
    Developer: Infogrames
    Publisher: Infogrames