Outlast

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  1. yo_mama_so_fat
    Oct 22, 2014
    8
    Don't let anybody tell you Outlast isn't scary. They are lying to you. This is literally the scariest AAA game on the market. Stunning visuals and decent gameplay doesn't hurt the cause either.
  2. Nerokin
    Nov 24, 2015
    8
    Found-Footage Horror

    Overall: 75% (82.8/110)

    Atmosphere 9.2/10
    Graphics 7.2/10
    Level Design 7.3/10
    Sound 9.5/10

    Balance 7.5/10
    Controls 8.5/10
    Mysteries 7.2/10

    Animations 7.5/10

    Story 6.6/10
    Tutorial 2.5/5
    Variety 6.8/10

    Cost-Benefit Ratio 2/4
    System Requirements 1/1
  3. Odogreviews
    Sep 18, 2016
    10
    First of all Outlast is one of the best horror games I have played. The game takes place in a creepy insane asylum. The game was made by former Ubisoft employees which really shows. The game's graphics are amazing and beautiful in a morbid grotesque way. The game’s atmosphere is dank, dark and uncomfortable. The game also features an amazing night vision camera that adds to the gamesFirst of all Outlast is one of the best horror games I have played. The game takes place in a creepy insane asylum. The game was made by former Ubisoft employees which really shows. The game's graphics are amazing and beautiful in a morbid grotesque way. The game’s atmosphere is dank, dark and uncomfortable. The game also features an amazing night vision camera that adds to the games creepy gritty atmosphere. The game features basic Amnesia style run and hide gameplay with platforming. The game’s night vision camera effects the gameplay by requiring the player to collect batteries to use the camera to be able to see in the dark. The game also features well crafted jumpscares that geniously got me at times. The only thing I found disappointing was the game’s ending but hey nothing's perfect.The game was thrilling and enthralling experience that I will never forget. Outlast is a modern horror masterpiece. Overall Outlast gets a 10/10. I can’t wait for the sequel coming out late 2016. I have heard that Resident Evil 7 is heavily inspired by this game and I am quite happy to hear that.… Expand
  4. Obby360
    May 18, 2015
    10
    It has all the elements of a chill-to-the-bone scare. It gives intense scares and thrills without overdoing it. The story in itself is quite interesting and captivating for a horror game, making you want to dwell even more in the depth of the Asylum.

    The night-vision camera is an element that we have seen and dreaded in many horror films, but to have it implemented into a game in witch    It has all the elements of a chill-to-the-bone scare. It gives intense scares and thrills without overdoing it. The story in itself is quite interesting and captivating for a horror game, making you want to dwell even more in the depth of the Asylum.

    The night-vision camera is an element that we have seen and dreaded in many horror films, but to have it implemented into a game in witch we have to handle it- that just make it 100% more terrifying.
    Hopefully they will make that sequel happen soon ( even if the story is not related to this one).
    Outlast has just set the bar for the modern day horror games.    … Expand
  5. akino3
    Apr 11, 2015
    10
    Wow! Never had that feeling since when I first played and finished Dead Space! Do not try to think of Outlast as a game, but rather as a roller coaster ride that will take you up and down, through light and darkness, and into fire and water... Sure some things may have been better (like seeing your own reflection through the mirror or being able to chunk a piece of 'that guy' yourself) butWow! Never had that feeling since when I first played and finished Dead Space! Do not try to think of Outlast as a game, but rather as a roller coaster ride that will take you up and down, through light and darkness, and into fire and water... Sure some things may have been better (like seeing your own reflection through the mirror or being able to chunk a piece of 'that guy' yourself) but still, the game catches you from the beginning and makes you come back for more. It's adrenalin and we know we like it :)… Expand
  6. eRKingslayer
    May 7, 2015
    9
    Easily one of the best First Person Horror games to come out in a long long time, Gameplay is solid and atmosphere is terrifying Would say play it in the dark to make it much more terrifying overall a fantastic horror game
  7. MrBlue
    Jul 28, 2015
    9
    I'm scared :D .
  8. Overvulture
    Nov 9, 2015
    8
    Another horror game where you can only run and hide, Outlast doesn't do a whole lot that's new but it stands tall as a strong, polished game that's genuinely scary. Essentially Amnesia-style gameplay in a new setting, it's good-looking, well-designed and doesn't fall prey to many of the pitfalls that remove the horror from supposedly scary games - it knows when to use silence and emptinessAnother horror game where you can only run and hide, Outlast doesn't do a whole lot that's new but it stands tall as a strong, polished game that's genuinely scary. Essentially Amnesia-style gameplay in a new setting, it's good-looking, well-designed and doesn't fall prey to many of the pitfalls that remove the horror from supposedly scary games - it knows when to use silence and emptiness to full effect and doesn't ramp up the action as the game progresses, barring the weak ending.

    Jump scares come often and can get predictable, and aren't the main strength of the game. It's the organic horror that comes from being stalked or looking for a hiding spot in a panic that really makes it memorable. The sheer gore and disturbing elements, including sexual overtones to the antagonists, are uniquely unnerving though they might alienate some players. Good horror doesn't need to be gruesome, after all.

    Fairly short and with a very weak final act much less compelling than the rest of the game, it's not for everyone, but is fine fuel for those who love the unmatched rush of feeling genuinely afraid.    … Expand
  9. muzmuz
    Dec 12, 2015
    8
    Outlast is a popular title of a game full of nope. It's not a "not scary, just takes you by surprise" kind of horror game -- It IS frikkin' scary. The environment of the game is suffocating and pressuring to the player. Outlast is one of those horror titles wherein you really feel everything about the situation.

    PS: I still haven't finished it, scared af. Not so good without weapons really
  10. Gingergamer
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    Simply put - the greatest horror in a while.

    Whilst the setting is cliche as all balls(asylum and human experiments), the plot is surprisingly intriguing for a horror game, and keeps you wishing for more as you progress. In fact, curiosity is one of the greatest tools that will help you push yourself through all of the tension and scares. And the scares you will get, believe me. The    Simply put - the greatest horror in a while.

    Whilst the setting is cliche as all balls(asylum and human experiments), the plot is surprisingly intriguing for a horror game, and keeps you wishing for more as you progress. In fact, curiosity is one of the greatest tools that will help you push yourself through all of the tension and scares.

    And the scares you will get, believe me. The game is perfectly balanced between jump scares and psychological horror, the onset and decline is comfortable and really does deliver. Not too much blatant scares, not too long/short tension periods. The only thing I'd wish is more bosses, but this is not a huge complain.

    The graphics are good enough and the atmosphere is set really well. From dark gruesome wards to cold bloody labs - you will feel that you're really there. Kudos to level designers - they did it great.

    A real strength of the game are it's sounds - voice acting, ambiance, screams - everything is fits perfectly and allows for more immersion.

    This game leaves you wishing for more things like that, I wasn't disappointed.    … Expand
  11. st3ph3n2110
    Jul 28, 2016
    8
    Outlast is a successful game which shows great scares and amazing graphics. The night vision effect is well done with a good atmosphere and a interesting story. Although, it is a bit short, about 4 hours in total which I think is how long this game should be, otherwise, it will be really repetitive. I would give this a 8/10.
  12. FilemonBR
    Aug 24, 2016
    9
    O melhor jogo de terror que joguei na minha vida, isso é terror, jogo incrivel, com clima que combina perfeitamente, se voce é fraco nem tenta jogar isso
  13. Monshter
    Nov 6, 2016
    10
    This game is with no doubt my favorite horror game. I've played the main story 4 times now, and I still love it. I've also played the DLC once and I'm probably going to play it many more times. The atmosphere in the game is amazing. The graphics and overall look are absolutely outstanding. In addition, I love the storyline. I'm not going to spoil anything about it, but it is so interestingThis game is with no doubt my favorite horror game. I've played the main story 4 times now, and I still love it. I've also played the DLC once and I'm probably going to play it many more times. The atmosphere in the game is amazing. The graphics and overall look are absolutely outstanding. In addition, I love the storyline. I'm not going to spoil anything about it, but it is so interesting and leaves room for the player to make their own theories about what is happening.

    The game is definitely scary, not the scariest, but it is definitely a horror game. The game is scary from the start to the ending and I was sitting on the edge on my seat throughout the game.

    How much you are going to like the game is of course individual, but I enjoyed playing it a whole lot.    … Expand
  14. Everestt
    Jan 17, 2017
    10
    Graphics are not the best and the story line can get kind of boring, but it's still one of the scariest and best games I've ever played. There's fast and intense moments as well as scary and nervous moments as well.
  15. SolidCenturio
    Jan 27, 2017
    8
    Outlast is a great horror game that channels Amnesia: The Dark Descent to some extent but has its own unique surprises that makes one skin crawl better than what others can deliver. The lone asylum in the mountains, the inhumane experiments, monstrosities roaming the dark hallways - we've all seen it before. Developer Red Barrels twist and turns that familiar formula in such a way whichOutlast is a great horror game that channels Amnesia: The Dark Descent to some extent but has its own unique surprises that makes one skin crawl better than what others can deliver. The lone asylum in the mountains, the inhumane experiments, monstrosities roaming the dark hallways - we've all seen it before. Developer Red Barrels twist and turns that familiar formula in such a way which will make you unwillingly drop your guard and submit to the terrifying experience that they've crafted. It's definitely one of the best and prettiest indie games out there and you'll find its tense atmosphere rivaling the biggest horror franchises in the industry.

    And there you have it.    … Expand
  16. TeamSkrub
    Mar 13, 2017
    8
    Outlast has surprisingly good graphics, a well written (with lots of cliches, unfortunately) story line, and has easy to use and understand controls. The game is based a lot around strategy, but tasks can be extremely repetitive. After a while, game play can get boring. The night vision effect is outstanding, and the atmosphere created is amazing. Don't even get me started on theOutlast has surprisingly good graphics, a well written (with lots of cliches, unfortunately) story line, and has easy to use and understand controls. The game is based a lot around strategy, but tasks can be extremely repetitive. After a while, game play can get boring. The night vision effect is outstanding, and the atmosphere created is amazing. Don't even get me started on the soundtrack, which is outstanding and greatly improved the game (I listen to it all the time!). However, the end of the story starts to fall apart and not make much sense, even though they try to make it. I also love the games attention to detail (like bloody footprints after stepping in blood). But the graphics quality greatly decreases when up close to textures. All of this together, is why I'm giving this game an 8.… Expand
  17. CamyVero
    Jul 5, 2020
    8
    Very good game of the horror genre. With a good story and a graphic look. Survival and puzzle solving not too complex is what it offers in terms of gameplay. A good match for the feeling of fear using the night vision camera.
  18. Gracz-org
    Aug 8, 2017
    8
    Outlast nie zawiódł pokładanych w nim nadziei i okazał się świetną, wciągającą i przyprawiającą o ciarki na plecach grą, która dosłownie nie pozwala oderwać się od monitora. Spędziłem przy nim niezapomniane 4 godziny i mam szczerą nadzieję, że twórcy już pracują nad kontynuacją. Z plusów gry warto wymienić chociażby niesamowity klimat i koncepcję wizualną etapów, gra potrafi równieżOutlast nie zawiódł pokładanych w nim nadziei i okazał się świetną, wciągającą i przyprawiającą o ciarki na plecach grą, która dosłownie nie pozwala oderwać się od monitora. Spędziłem przy nim niezapomniane 4 godziny i mam szczerą nadzieję, że twórcy już pracują nad kontynuacją. Z plusów gry warto wymienić chociażby niesamowity klimat i koncepcję wizualną etapów, gra potrafi również porządnie wystraszyć (zwłaszcza grając w nocy z założonymi słuchawkami^^). Jeśli chodzi o minusy to można by „przyczepić się” się do czasu poświęconego na jej ukończenie (chciałoby się grać zdecydowanie dłużej!) oraz do powtarzalności niektórych elementów rozgrywki (w stylu znajdź jakiś przedmiot, dźwignie, przełącznik itp.). Nie zmienia to jednak faktu, że jest to jedna z lepszych produkcji, w jakie miałem przyjemność zagrać w tym roku - i po prostu nie można przejść obok niej obojętnie. Jest również dowodem na to, jak dobra realizacja i prosta, lecz wciągająca rozgrywka mogą stać się przepisem na sukces…

    Plusy:
    + niesamowity klimat grozy
    + koncepcja wizualna etapów
    + realizm otoczenia
    + stopniowe odkrywanie elementów fabuły
    + reakcje głównego bohatera
    + dobre udźwiękowienie
    + potrafi nieźle wystraszyć ;-)

    Minusy:
    – grafika mogłaby być ciut lepsza
    – długość gry (4h to trochę za krótko)
    – powtarzalność niektórych elementów rozgrywki
    – zostawia pewien niedosyt!

    Pełna recenzja dostępna jest na blogu Gracz.org    … Expand
  19. LasPlays
    Mar 24, 2018
    8
    Veamos por donde empiezo... meh da flojera, ire directamente al grano.
    LA jugabilidad es buena, la musica de cuando te persiguen o detectan es bueno te pone nervioso por que no te atrapen, el uso de la camara es vital en el juego como para ver en la oscuridad para ver mas lejos también.
    Pero a mi lo que mas me arruino la experiencia no fue la ambientación ni nada de eso, como que me bajo    Veamos por donde empiezo... meh da flojera, ire directamente al grano.
    LA jugabilidad es buena, la musica de cuando te persiguen o detectan es bueno te pone nervioso por que no te atrapen, el uso de la camara es vital en el juego como para ver en la oscuridad para ver mas lejos también.
    Pero a mi lo que mas me arruino la experiencia no fue la ambientación ni nada de eso, como que me bajo la emoción en 1 segundo por el final no quiero contar nada para no hacer spoilers, pero fue el peor final de un videojuego que yo halla jugado. Aun asi disfrute mucho jugando Outlast eso no se los voy a negar.    … Expand
  20. Kileskus
    Nov 5, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nietzsche once said: “Whoever fights with monsters should see to it that he does not become a monster in the process.” This is what Outlast is about. In this game you can explore dark corners of human minds and watch how easy people turn into monsters. At the beginning of the game you are driven by the urge to stop whatever is going on in Mount Massive, but… What will become of you if you stay there long enough? If you want to delve into this madness, you should be ready to accept its rules and live by them: hide and run for your life. Even though Outlast is not that long (up to 4 or 5 hours), it will tickle your nerves with ominous music and the sense of the coming troubles. You’d better stay sharp – you never know when the abyss will stare back at you.… Expand
  21. Foxy43
    Nov 11, 2017
    9
    Not a bad game. A lot of blood, guts and even genital organs. At the game's beginning much scares, but later the game is becoming fun for me. Just got used to the situation. Despite this, Outlast is a good survival horror. Miles Apsher's adventure was unforgettable.
  22. D4R1USH
    Dec 26, 2017
    9
    If you haven't played this game you should go and buy it on G2A 0.81 euros .
    It's a thrilling adventure that will give you chills and a lot of nightmares.
    I recommend you to play this game! 9.8/10
  23. Nazar228
    Feb 27, 2018
    8
    This game is interesting and scary at the same time. Best horror game, i recommend!
  24. Kaue_Extreme
    Apr 5, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente jogo, terror psicológico presente com jumpscares raros mais presentes, o que causa medo de ser assustado no jogador. Cumpriu com o que prometeu. Recomendo… Expand
  25. Cercamon33
    May 19, 2018
    8
    Terrorífico. Realmente pasé miedo, y hubo momentos en que me pude sentir el latir del corazón. Muy bien diseñado, la única pega que podría verle es que a veces se siente demasiado pasillero, aunque no es algo en lo que me estuviese fijando mucho mientras sudaba de la tensión. Muy satisfecho de que apenas haya jumpscares, pues no los necesita para provocar miedo real. Recomendado.
  26. MurphyBrandon
    Aug 20, 2020
    9
    Outlast is absolutely one of the best horror games in the current generation of gaming (2012-2020). I advise prospective players to take your time and really experience the creepy atmosphere. The feelings of dread and sheer terror are very well established from the moment you step in to the psychiatric hospital. The developers were able to do SO MUCH with relatively few resources.
  27. basemoodxl
    Jan 16, 2020
    10
    B e s t G a m e e v e r and everything change is game world you led them Rip asylum
  28. clem666
    May 25, 2021
    8
    Surprisingly poignant and terribly immersive. 'Outlast' was the first time I had such a thrilling experience. Fear grew in me to the point I was scared in advance to launch the game. Play this at night with headphones and high volume and you will soon realize what being truly afraid is.

    The controls are excellent, the sound design and atmosphere are incredible, the story is a honestly    Surprisingly poignant and terribly immersive. 'Outlast' was the first time I had such a thrilling experience. Fear grew in me to the point I was scared in advance to launch the game. Play this at night with headphones and high volume and you will soon realize what being truly afraid is.

    The controls are excellent, the sound design and atmosphere are incredible, the story is a honestly predictable but developed in a very intense way. Graphics are terrific, characters are well-written. Some say it is repetitive but sorry I couldn't get used to the goosebumps 'Outlast' gave me. The rhythm is varied and always reflects the tension going crescendo. The camera, batteries and flashlight mechanics are brilliant. Environments are varied. May seem like a 'doors and chase simulator' from time to time though.    … Expand
  29. Nameless2131
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    10/10 ------------------------------------------------------------------------
  30. Achspman
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    Live recording of me playing: AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA **** **** what was that?
  31. Kzuy
    Nov 3, 2019
    9
    1- Graficamente e questão musical estam otimas.
    2- Questão de historia o final bem ruim. Poderia ser melhor.
    3- Movitação tava otima.
    4- Eu consiguia ver meus pés.
  32. Alvelian
    Dec 15, 2022
    8
    Игра для тех кто хочет пощекотать свои нервы плутая по заброшенной психбольнице. Как "выживач" аутласт совсем не работает, однако как "комната страха" где тебя водят по разным пугалкам, сделана очень качественно.
  33. Goiti_2002
    Feb 7, 2021
    10
    El juego dura poco, pero es tan bueno que se te hace eterno. En su momento el juego tenía unos gráficos que estaban genial. Los escenarios están muy elaborados (es una pena que te tengas que pasar el juego mirando la cámara y eso no te deja apreciar los escenarios tanto como me gustaría).
  34. Sanicthebiatch
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    The game is **** scary and that's a good thing for me as a horror fan. It can be a little Confusing to find ways to the place we need to go but the rest of the game is good.
  35. Wrathzo
    Mar 20, 2022
    9
    Outlast is a first-person survival horror video game developed and published by Red Barrels. The game revolves around a freelance investigative journalist, Miles Upshur, who decides to investigate a remote psychiatric hospital named Mount Massive Asylum, located deep in the mountains of Lake County, Colorado. The downloadable content Outlast: Whistleblower centers on Waylon Park, the manOutlast is a first-person survival horror video game developed and published by Red Barrels. The game revolves around a freelance investigative journalist, Miles Upshur, who decides to investigate a remote psychiatric hospital named Mount Massive Asylum, located deep in the mountains of Lake County, Colorado. The downloadable content Outlast: Whistleblower centers on Waylon Park, the man who led Miles there in the first place… Expand
  36. yeezymane
    Apr 1, 2021
    8
    Графика - 8/10
    Игровой процесс - 8/10
    Сюжет - 8/10
    Музыка - 8/10
  37. Chubac
    Oct 25, 2021
    9
    Very graphic and scary game but the story could've been a bit more grounded.
  38. MilhouseMeta
    Jun 17, 2020
    8
    2013 game and still frightens the hell out of me. The best horror game I've ever played.
  39. KepasaAmigo
    Jul 11, 2021
    10
    scariest game a ever played. dont like horrors but i completed the game so it says much. good quality 10/10
  40. garygreen
    Sep 4, 2020
    10
    Best horror game,good soundtrack,the great jump scary from the game also make the game verry successful
  41. Bangsi
    Sep 16, 2020
    9
    Outlast is one of the best horror games I've ever played, that will make you get a feeling of dread and fear for pretty much the entire run time.
    To start off the game is absolutely beautiful, even today it still holds up but it was even more gorgeous when it came out back in 2013. The lighting, sound design and just the general setting of the game will make you super immersed into the    Outlast is one of the best horror games I've ever played, that will make you get a feeling of dread and fear for pretty much the entire run time.
    To start off the game is absolutely beautiful, even today it still holds up but it was even more gorgeous when it came out back in 2013. The lighting, sound design and just the general setting of the game will make you super immersed into the game which will make the scares even more effective. That setting being an asylum, that you're trying to escape from.
    The techniques that are used to scare you in the game are pretty clever, despite some cheap scares here and there like jumpscares which I'm not the biggest fan of, the game does do clever things to make players fell uneasy. Most of the horror of Outlast is shock and gore, this is probably one of the most disgusting games I've ever played, which is not a bad thing considering the setting of the game. Blood, guts and human remains are everywhere, like on the walls and floor. So if you have a weak stomach for such things then don't play this game. Many disturbing and shocking things happen to the protagonist as you make your way through the asylum, things that I can't mention because of spoilers. Since this is a horror game, you can expect some chase sequences and moments when you're in danger, and they make these scenes so intense and scary, and what helps tremendously with making these scenes so intense is the amazing soundtrack playing in the background. One more thing that I was quite disappointed by is the length, the game is only about 5 hours and I wish it were a bit longer.
    Don't expect an extremely complex story, the story is very straightforward and easy to follow. Which could be a good thing for some people, and bad for others. I sit kinda in the middle, I don't mind a simple story especially for this kinda game, but it wouldn't upset me if they did make a good complex story.
    To sum up, Outlast is a game that does not pull its punches, you will constantly feel uneasy and unsafe, and this is done with amazing atmosphere, intense sequences and shock factor. It's a horror blast from beginning to end, and I would highly recommend this game for people that love the horror genre.
    9/10    … Expand
  42. omglioromg
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    This game is one of the best horror games to ever being created. The level of scariness and details of you understanding what is going on, is on a level that is rarely shown in games. The only game that does it better than this game - when it comes to being a scary horror game - is alien issolation. Yet this game is more relateable, showing you the dark nature of human as horror. OpposedThis game is one of the best horror games to ever being created. The level of scariness and details of you understanding what is going on, is on a level that is rarely shown in games. The only game that does it better than this game - when it comes to being a scary horror game - is alien issolation. Yet this game is more relateable, showing you the dark nature of human as horror. Opposed to in alien issolation, an other galaxy creature that takes zero damage from bullets and therefor more on the side of fantasy. In this game you cannot defend yourself at all. You get no guns. You can only walk, run and jump. Thats it. Completely vulnerable. Great game and that is why it is getting 10/10.… Expand
  43. Naor
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    אחד המשחקים הכי מפחידים שאי פעם שיחקתי הסיפור מצויין הדמויות מפחידות ומטרידות ואפקט של המצלמה בחושך כל כך משכנעת ומציאותית
    כל הכבוד 10 מתוך 10
  44. Dariya
    Jul 2, 2021
    9
    Summary:
    Very strong horror game, had a great, yet very scary experience...
  45. LironesAlviento
    Aug 3, 2020
    8
    Si eres un cagón, te gusta correr y no enfrentarte a tus enemigos, este es tu juego....jajaj....no en serio, un referente en juegos de terror, de lo mejor de esta generación.
  46. Smilee
    Aug 31, 2020
    9
    I started it in 2018 but then stopped because I wasn't prepared. In 2020 one night decided to clear it. Did it in one night sitting. This game is amazing. One of the best horror games I have ever played.
  47. kultigin
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Played the game in 2020 after finishing the second game and it was still horrifying and fun! Independent of the graphics, which is not bad at all still, this game gives you a steady adrenaline pump in each second you play. 100/100 for a 2013 game.
  48. referencia
    Sep 18, 2020
    9
    Um ótimo trabalho de história e gameplay, combinando horror com alguns puzzles.
    Detalhe para as partes onde você precisa arranjar um meio de passar por inimigos sorrateiramente, essa é a parte mais tensa.
  49. EzraMason
    Sep 17, 2020
    9
    This is one of the few truly scary horror games
    Instead of giving you a weapon or a way to fight the "bad guys" the game puts you in a situation where you can just hide and outsmart the patients
    Personally i never felt so "alive" ( ironically) while playing an horror game and i think that's what defines OUtlast, the true horror
  50. apokalipto
    Aug 26, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  51. DanyL
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    I love this game. I knew about this 5 years ago, when I was only nine. I fell love with this game and I wanted to play it very much. And I did it just one year ago and I was so happy that my dream has turned.
    Now, some words about game-play in this beautiful game.
    It's very good horror and it's very original game. Yes, you can say that game about mental hospital isn't original, but    I love this game. I knew about this 5 years ago, when I was only nine. I fell love with this game and I wanted to play it very much. And I did it just one year ago and I was so happy that my dream has turned.
    Now, some words about game-play in this beautiful game.
    It's very good horror and it's very original game. Yes, you can say that game about mental hospital isn't original, but nowhere else you will get such an atmosphere as in Outlast.
    This game will remain in my heart.    … Expand
  52. OldManGamerOMG
    Dec 7, 2020
    9
    I recommend this game, as it is a fun change of pace from the typical first person shooter horror game, requiring a more patient and strategic style of play.

    The game itself is not long, but going for the insane difficulty play through will set you back some hours. While my first few attempts were ruined by game crashes, I found that the fourth time I reinstalled the game, it ran silky    I recommend this game, as it is a fun change of pace from the typical first person shooter horror game, requiring a more patient and strategic style of play.

    The game itself is not long, but going for the insane difficulty play through will set you back some hours. While my first few attempts were ruined by game crashes, I found that the fourth time I reinstalled the game, it ran silky smooth. If you are having problems with crashing, maybe your solution will be as simple. I still don't know what was wrong with the prior, but in the end everything was without issue.

    This game can seem difficult in certain areas, but remember that timing is everything. There are a couple of times that you will be taking damage, so be patient and make use of hiding places. Some spots you may have to fail before you know what to do, but once you figure it out, it seems so obvious.    … Expand
  53. Chaosemerald
    Dec 5, 2020
    8
    From everything I experienced from this game it was alright from the enemies, to the areas to the atmosphere and barely any glitches it seems like Red Barrels really put a lot of love and effort into they're game. The game really pumps you up during it's chase sequences all out great game. :)
  54. InoriShimotsuki
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    Очень хороший хоррор своего времени. Для 2013 года вполне приятная графика, довольно интересный сюжет с неожиданной концовкой и, самое главное для игры подобного сеттинга, она действительно способна напугать. Правда есть все же один минус - некоторые моменты слишком затянуты и локации запутаны.Очень хороший хоррор своего времени. Для 2013 года вполне приятная графика, довольно интересный сюжет с неожиданной концовкой и, самое главное для игры подобного сеттинга, она действительно способна напугать. Правда есть все же один минус - некоторые моменты слишком затянуты и локации запутаны.
  55. BeeSting1
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    Tension, paranoia, fear.

    The Good: - The introduction to the game is very eerie. Insane patients all mangled in wheel chairs, and a bunch of them sitting there watching a static screen. With an impaled swat guy telling you to turn back. All of this gives you a sense of how **** you are about to be - The sounds and music amp up at the perfect time. Scary when it needs to be, quiet    Tension, paranoia, fear.

    The Good:

    - The introduction to the game is very eerie. Insane patients all mangled in wheel chairs, and a bunch of them sitting there watching a static screen. With an impaled swat guy telling you to turn back. All of this gives you a sense of how **** you are about to be

    - The sounds and music amp up at the perfect time. Scary when it needs to be, quiet when it needs to be.

    - The use of night vision on the camera is a great idea for a horror game. I'm sure this isn't the first time it's done, but probably the first time it's required throughout the game. But either way, it was very well implemented. Kept the creepy vibe throughout the game. There were many times where I was genuinely scared to take another step because I was scared what I might see in the dark.

    - There is a lot of gore in Outlast. But it's a right amount. It's not overdone, and it makes sense to the plot, and the setting. Experiments gone wrong in an insane asylum.

    - The enemies varied, and they places where they put cutscenes were clever. It scared me and progressed the plot in a tense fashion.

    - Random inmates you couldn't interact with would do weird insane things throughout the game that you'd just see while strolling around. This helped make the atmosphere of an insane asylum more believable.

    - The final chapter and the Walrider revelation was a nice surprise.

    The Bad:

    - The AI of the enemies can be quite predictable once you learn where they can't go. They don't follow you if you climb a ladder, go into vents. or squeeze through cracks. They treat you as if you just disappeared whenever you take one of those actions. Once you learn this, escaping them is pretty easy.

    - Not knowing whether doors opened forwards or backwards made it a bit awkward sometimes when I wanted to open one slowly.

    - There weren't many interesting stealth strategies the game allows you to use. Staying out of site is the name of the game. If you're spotted just keep sprinting away and finding a route, and they'll never catch up to you. Only if you hit a dead end will you have to take damage. As long as you remember the area, you can easily avoid damage.    … Expand
  56. kassalex
    May 13, 2023
    10
    remek játék! elkepesztően ijesztő, a karakterek jól kivannak dolgozva számomra egy jó élmény volt!
  57. Eymen_ucmak
    Feb 8, 2021
    9
    Oyun çok güzel çünkü jump scary üzerine bir oyun ve oynarken çok gerildiğim bir oyun fakat biraz zor
  58. Bushido95
    Sep 28, 2021
    8
    Одна из немногих игр в жанре хоррора которая не была сделана на коленке одним человеком и со своей задачей справлялась прекрасно.
  59. Ivo_Bustamante
    May 15, 2021
    9
    Me encanta este juego este juego ha sido uno de los pocos que me da un infarto cada vez que lo juego.
  60. maxipardo_
    Jul 9, 2021
    9
    Super funny and it has a nice story, it may have some errors in the gameplay but it still is a great game.
  61. Jirentix
    Jul 16, 2021
    9
    Outlast is the best example of struggle a human can give in life.
    But the only problem is that Outlast and Whistleblower get into a vicious circle. In other words, the game loops like take key, hide and run.
    Apart from that, the cutscenes are wonderfully designed.
  62. luminous15cf
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Such a classic. The gameplay is simple but fun. The story was more interesting than I expected.
  63. defenz
    Sep 17, 2021
    8
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  64. VikiSetyah
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    Still the scariest horror game I've played. All aspects of the place in the mental hospital are very creepy equipped with an infrared camera with a battery that can run out, really fresh gameplay
  65. Shunwoo
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    Loved it, it leans a bit too much on the use of scarejumps sometimes but the atmosphere, context and story still sold me completely on it. Played it with a friend by alternating who has the controller and it was both fun to watch and play. Would scream again.
  66. Nick7000
    May 1, 2023
    8
    По настоящему жуткая и атмосферная, прекрасный представитель своего жанра.
  67. StarkAgentos
    May 25, 2022
    8
    Самая страшная игра, в которую я когда-либо играл! Разработчики красавцы.
  68. Gliphy
    Oct 7, 2022
    9
    Хоррор, который мне доставляет искреннее удовольствие. Я такой человек, который орет со скримеров, но при этом говорит, что это не страшно. Здесь почти то же самое, но бегать от маньячел было очень весело. Страшно? Вряд ли. По крайней мере не для меня. Каждый мой крик был скорее реакцией моего тела, а не мозга. Какие-нибудь Alien Isolation или Silent Hill напугают в разы сильнее, но всегдаХоррор, который мне доставляет искреннее удовольствие. Я такой человек, который орет со скримеров, но при этом говорит, что это не страшно. Здесь почти то же самое, но бегать от маньячел было очень весело. Страшно? Вряд ли. По крайней мере не для меня. Каждый мой крик был скорее реакцией моего тела, а не мозга. Какие-нибудь Alien Isolation или Silent Hill напугают в разы сильнее, но всегда приятно просто побегать.… Expand
  69. mrsimpay
    Jan 18, 2022
    8
    Run, run, run and hide that's the feeling Outlast gives us at first glance, this game makes it clear that fear/terror is not necessarily represented with death but can also be represented with the feeling of being chased endlessly, and that makes Outlast fulfill its purpose and keep it strong until the end. Super thankful to the developers of the game and for bringing us a game thatRun, run, run and hide that's the feeling Outlast gives us at first glance, this game makes it clear that fear/terror is not necessarily represented with death but can also be represented with the feeling of being chased endlessly, and that makes Outlast fulfill its purpose and keep it strong until the end. Super thankful to the developers of the game and for bringing us a game that despite not being memorable as such, it does leave us with something to think about from time to time.… Expand
  70. Stincs
    Jan 22, 2022
    10
    The best horror, when you play you think something like that " WTF? Where I could go to save my life"
  71. DwelfGG
    May 7, 2022
    10
    Alright, so here is my final and most honest review for Outlast 1 & Outlast Whistleblower DLC -

    I will begin with the main game and then share my thoughts about the DLC as well. Let me start by saying that I have been a fan of the franchise since 2013, Outlast is the game that got me into gaming and the horror genre at a young age, and I am so grateful to have this game be the reason    Alright, so here is my final and most honest review for Outlast 1 & Outlast Whistleblower DLC -

    I will begin with the main game and then share my thoughts about the DLC as well.

    Let me start by saying that I have been a fan of the franchise since 2013, Outlast is the game that got me into gaming and the horror genre at a young age, and I am so grateful to have this game be the reason I fell in love with games as a whole.
    From stunning visuals, sound design, and gameplay to the profound lore and disgusting, gory environments and characters, this game has it all, or may I say experience, since once you start playing, you forget what reality is. You simply get involved in all the hell-like stuff this experience has ready for you.
    Let me be honest and tell you that this is NOT Amnesia. You are not here to solve puzzles; you are here to run, hide or die.
    Every second feels like it might be the last as the game never lets you get a breath from the constant chases and eerie music blasting in your ears.
    Outlast is simply an experience that you MUST go through if you call yourself a horror genre fan. There isn't, and probably never will be, a game that does what Outlast 1 did when it comes to horror; it's simply that unique and different from all the junk we've seen through the years. No technical improvements and shiny marketing can beat something that Red Barrels developed with love and passion.
    I simply can't find something that will even get CLOSE to the polish that this game has for an indie game from 2013; of course, the game has its issues, but it's nothing major or easy to find if you are simply here for the experience and don't start poking your nose around.
    I don't want to go in-depth with the problems the game has because, as I already stated, they are such easy to ignore things that I doubt many people will even notice.
    Overall this is an experience that I will never forget and get bored of. I can play this game again and again and enjoy it every single time, and even after hundreds of hours spent consuming content for this game and playing it for myself, the end credits still make me cry with joy every time. I love this game and the people that made it.

    Now, the DLC. Outlast Whistleblower -

    Everything I said for the main game applies to this too. Outlast Whistleblower is not a DLC; Outlast Whistleblower is a different product.
    Set in the same environment as the first one, with the events happening a little earlier than the ones in the main game, this does not feel like the typical DLC you would get with your regular AAA games nowadays. This is arguably a scarier and even grosser experience, filled with new places to visit in the Asylum and new bone-chilling characters to meet.
    You're going to like Eddie ;)
    There is nothing more I can say for the DLC as it's simply a whole new experience in the same universe with the same feel and looks. It's more Outlast 1, but better at times.

    It probably wasn't hard to see how much of a fan I am for this game, but trust me, I am hard to be satisfied, so when I tell you this game can not be beaten 'till today, I am not lying. Outlast is something that I will always keep sincerely in my heart. I love it.

    10/10 MASTERPIECE    … Expand
  72. Hector_huertas
    Jan 31, 2022
    8
    This game is very addictive, no matter how many scares it gave me, I wanted to keep playing it. The photography and the setting are quite shady and that's good, although in some places the atmosphere is too dark for the gameplay.
  73. HioriK
    Feb 1, 2022
    10
    Such a classic horror experience, this is one of the most terrifying and thrilling games I've ever played. The story was deeper than I expected.
  74. KolesAdlerov
    Aug 1, 2022
    8
    Disgusting, confounding style, tension and the legs! Awful consolish controls and checkpoints. Stupid battery system, stupid scripts & screamers, stupid one-hole gameplay.

    Gameplay: combat mechanics 1/10 stealth [stupid scripts and AI, unfair system] 6/10 atmosphere [stupid scripts and AI] 9/10 Gameplay as immersive horror [stupid screamers] 9/10 Story [good point, bad    Disgusting, confounding style, tension and the legs! Awful consolish controls and checkpoints. Stupid battery system, stupid scripts & screamers, stupid one-hole gameplay.

    Gameplay:
    combat mechanics 1/10
    stealth [stupid scripts and AI, unfair system] 6/10
    atmosphere [stupid scripts and AI] 9/10
    Gameplay as immersive horror [stupid screamers] 9/10

    Story [good point, bad presentation] 8/10

    Graphics [nice lighting system, good first-person] 9/10

    Sounds & music [good first-person effects, but no music controls] 9/10

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    One of the best worst horrors.    … Expand
  75. ALKWSZYZ
    Feb 26, 2022
    9
    greaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat
  76. Procrustes7
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    ένα από τα καλύτερα βίντεο παιχνίδια που έχω παίξει ποτέ στη ζωή μου
  77. Jollyolfun
    Nov 18, 2022
    8
    this game is super scary for a short amount of time until you realize that the enemies barely function. but then there's that part in the wet area in the dark
  78. basic123
    Oct 16, 2022
    9
    The only game which not only tried to be scary but was actually scary. It is not a tripple A game but considering the low budget the game because very good.
  79. smatzuu
    Apr 2, 2022
    8
    Jumpscares, gore horror, never really getting a break and feelings of wanting to escape are what you feel this whole game through, though, it does sometimes get repetitive, luckily the game ends right about the time where it hits that.
  80. DrgamerSlayer
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    This Master pice of the Grapics from Outlast is so Ultra AI but the camera Grapic SO ULTRA CENIMATIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  81. alexgex14
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    obra maestra del terror, el mejor juego de terror que he jugado en mi vida y jugare.
  82. 1ndastreal
    Aug 7, 2022
    8
    e past two or three years, this is the scariest and most atmospheric game.
    Outlast can safely bring the textbooks to create atmospheric games. I think, or to be more precise I hope that thanks to games such as Outlast, survival-horror genre, or horrors can be rebo
  83. 3ls0ul
    Nov 28, 2022
    9
    Es un excelente videojuego, mis felicitaciones al equipo detrás del desarrollo de esta grandiosa obra.
  84. tixi777
    Nov 1, 2022
    9
    one of the best horror games ever, good graphics for that time, good story, scary atmosphere and the dlc is also really good
  85. korku
    Jul 18, 2023
    8
    ‏‏‏‏‏‏‏‏ ‏‏‏‏‏‏‏‏ ‏‏‏‏‏‏‏‏ ‏‏‏‏‏‏‏‏ ‏‏‏‏‏‏‏‏ ‏‏‏‏‏‏‏‏ ‏‏‏‏‏‏‏‏
  86. Muzketin
    May 24, 2023
    10
    The scariest game i've played. Very terryifing and the story is very cool aswell
  87. Joe2539
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
    Very Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good
  88. Asporkan
    Jan 31, 2023
    8
    Sesi ve görüntüsü kaliteli ve başarılı bir korku oyunu oynamanızı tavsiye ederim.Zaten bütçenizi O kadar etkilemeyen bir oyun.Ama süper,harika bir oyun değil onu önceden belirteyim.
  89. Zencefilli
    Feb 9, 2023
    9
    It's definitely in my top 5 favorite games. It contains completely new and different horror elements for 2013. Graphics and music are disturbing (It's a good thing for a horror game) Must play for every horror lovers!
  90. Zyetwy
    Apr 24, 2023
    8
    Good and enjoyable gameplay, overrated jumpscare and horror elements. I think this game has really ridiculous hype for one horror game maybe it is not scary as people said as but it is good.
  91. Midyen
    Jun 1, 2023
    8
    Based on the gameplay, graphics, sound, content, and originality of the game, I will give it a rating of 8.
  92. Bigwillyhaver69
    Jul 21, 2023
    10
    The best horror game EVER .Playing this game for the first time I pooped my pants
  93. Pgfanjul
    Jul 23, 2023
    9
    GAMEPLAY: 9
    STORY: 9
    VISUALS: 9.5
    MUSIC: 8


    It is a great title, with nothing to envy other more current titles like amnesia: the bunker or any fnaf, honestly a 9/10
  94. Lorddi
    Aug 10, 2023
    8
    After this game I don't think I'll ever want something to do with journalism.
  95. DoomDoc_
    Aug 11, 2023
    9
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#52 Best PC Game of 2013
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#20 Most Discussed PC Game of 2013
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#12 Most Shared PC Game of 2013

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. XGN
    Feb 21, 2014
    80
    A game that is not as innovative as you would hope. It is very old school. Nevertheless, this is a real horror-game and we can guarantee that you will freak out. It may be old school, but it is still a very good game that will blow you away.
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  2. GameOver.gr
    Dec 5, 2013
    80
    This is probably the most horrifying experience in videogames, ever!
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  3. Riot Pixels
    Oct 31, 2013
    80
    On one side, you have linear gameplay, at times simplistic game design and plenty of clichés. On the other – an exciting opportunity to star in a very cool horror ‘movie’.
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