The Evil Within

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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1960 Ratings

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  1. nomorefate
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    This is my ranking:
    Graphics: 10 / 10
    Story: 7 / 10
    World design: 8 / 10
    Bosses : 11 / 10
    PC Performance: 9 / 10
    Side notes: One of the most underrated, amazing horror games ever.
  2. UNCLEPAULIE
    Oct 29, 2014
    9
    Well today the game got a ( 1.5 GB ) patch, it now runs at 60 fps and the cinema mode can be removed . I played the game at launch and thought it had potential but would not play at 30 fps with the bars but after the patch that's no longer an issue .
    I have not finished the game but have played for long enough to form an opinion of it ( chapter 4 ) even though my play-through is still in    Well today the game got a ( 1.5 GB ) patch, it now runs at 60 fps and the cinema mode can be removed . I played the game at launch and thought it had potential but would not play at 30 fps with the bars but after the patch that's no longer an issue .
    I have not finished the game but have played for long enough to form an opinion of it ( chapter 4 ) even though my play-through is still in the early part of the game I can safely say its great . Its a very good survival horror and has a wonderful atmosphere about it, great areas/settings and all the elements you would expect in a survival horror, traps, puzzles, danger, low ammunition levels and cool and original enemies. plus you are tense as hell while playing .
    My approach to the game is to use stealth as much as possible but the game changes gears in a split second so its not an option a lot and that's cool with me .

    Haters gonna hate but I would recommend this game highly and its cheap on PC at only £34.99 compared to £50 on console .    … Expand
  3. CCC78
    Nov 20, 2020
    9
    PS: This rating is by 2014 standards.

    Story: 7/10
    Gameplay: 9/10
    Graphics: 9/10
    World design: 9.7/10
    Enjoyability: 10/10
    Conclusion: 9/10
  4. buerrrosdf
    Nov 2, 2014
    10
    Excellent game! Purchased on launch day for the PC and have not encountered any major glitches at all. Agreed - the roundabout way of overcoming the aspect ratio and the fps cap are awkward but have not given me any issues or technical glitches - its nice that the option has been considered for us PC gamers. Love the story line so far instant classic.
  5. Thiago84fla
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    I just finished the demo and I consider this game ONE OF THE BEST survival horror I've played in my life. I'm looking forward to buy this title sooner!
  6. trnzfrmer
    Nov 4, 2020
    10
    This game is extremely underrated. Might be one the best horror games ever made alongside silent hill 2 and dead space. I literally can't believe something like resident evil 3 remake has higher metascore than this.
  7. zeone222
    Oct 19, 2014
    9
    Done. 12:31:45 with 56 deaths. Despite it's shortcomings, this is one of my favourite Mikami games. But Chapter 15 is so anti-climatic. As a set-piece, it's awesome and exciting, but as an actual boss fight it's terrible. It's like they couldn't figure out a way for you to properly fight it, so they said **** it" and just threw it out. And then there's no memorable dialogue or exchangeDone. 12:31:45 with 56 deaths. Despite it's shortcomings, this is one of my favourite Mikami games. But Chapter 15 is so anti-climatic. As a set-piece, it's awesome and exciting, but as an actual boss fight it's terrible. It's like they couldn't figure out a way for you to properly fight it, so they said **** it" and just threw it out. And then there's no memorable dialogue or exchange between Ruvik and Sebastian which is wasted potential.

    That said, I'm pleasantly surprised by the story. It's deeper than I thought it would be, and it clicks nicely.

    All in all, 9 or so/10 for me. My gripes are mainly on the tech side, which I have a feeling is due to id Tech 5 and them not knowing what to do with it. In many ways it surpasses RE4, and in some ways it also falls short. But The Evil Within is better than RE4 in my eyes. That may change in subsequent playthroughs, but I love the creative effort put into this game.    … Expand
  8. byob69
    Oct 14, 2014
    9
    Exactly what I expected from the beginning and what they showed in the trailer other than 30 fps and the black bars. can not ask for a 10 the first game of this study, over time failures iran polishing his future works.
  9. Whitescreenop
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    You can unlock 60 fps and gg this game is **** awesome !!!! one of the best horror games in years so go and buy it now!!!!! or the evil will kill you!!
  10. LostGreenie
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a fan of the classic survival horror games, I enjoyed a lot playing this one. The story is intentionally confusing and made me interested in understanding it fully. The sound design is quite good and the level design is very well done. There is a lot of different enemies, so it never gets boring. Gameplaywise, it presents a good challenge, especially in the highest difficulties. Only cons for me were the clunky maniability of the character and the final boss fight, which was a bit disapponting to be honnest.… Expand
  11. Syndicate66
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    Another horror masterpiece that was literally ahead of it's time. Now in 2020 it has pretty high ratings on steam and seems like people have finally discovered it. I have personally liked it from day 1. It has one of the better boss rosters of any horror game, super unique level design and tons of character upgrade options.
  12. silence000
    Nov 14, 2020
    9
    Very good horror game if you like big scary bosses and good upgrading system for weapons.
  13. RikkTheGaijin
    Nov 8, 2014
    9
    I've just completed the game, and it was great! This game is the true successor of Resident Evil 4, Shinji Mikami at his best. The Evil Within is a old-school horror, with stunning atmosphere and nicely balanced gameplay. The graphic is well done, very detailed, especially the environments. The music is unsettling and the the sound effects are creepily good. Level design is really wellI've just completed the game, and it was great! This game is the true successor of Resident Evil 4, Shinji Mikami at his best. The Evil Within is a old-school horror, with stunning atmosphere and nicely balanced gameplay. The graphic is well done, very detailed, especially the environments. The music is unsettling and the the sound effects are creepily good. Level design is really well thought, every chapter have some unique characteristic, never repetitive or boring. The lacking of ammunitions keeps the difficulty to a good level, never frustrating, but challenging. The longevity is also quite good, it took me about 19 hours to complete the game. Once cleared, the game will unlock some new weapon such as the rocket launcher and the machine gun. Also the Model Viewer will unlock in the main menu, so it's possible to look closely to all the characters and creatures of the game.
    My only negative note is that sometimes you encounter some hidden track that kills you inevitably. But fortunately there is an abundance of checkpoints, so the player doesn't really need to redo very long parts of the tevel.
    I really recommend this game to all Resident Evil fans and whoever likes classics horrors.    … Expand
  14. strangermoon
    Nov 10, 2014
    9
    after dead space best horror survival title and not for just a game as a mind story and movie style. if call of duty action peaced storytelling titles score 9 or 8 this game simply 20. I loved its hard for casual gamers.
  15. PEnchan707
    Oct 26, 2018
    9
    NOTE: I played this awhile after release when all the bugs were ironed out. 60fps, no black bars etc...

    This game has Shinji Mikami's hallmarks stamped all over it just as Resident Evil 4 did. In fact, after a slightly wibbly start with a couple of stealth set pieces, I found this game to just get better and better. For me, it's a fantastic combination of RE4 (one of my fav games    NOTE: I played this awhile after release when all the bugs were ironed out. 60fps, no black bars etc...

    This game has Shinji Mikami's hallmarks stamped all over it just as Resident Evil 4 did. In fact, after a slightly wibbly start with a couple of stealth set pieces, I found this game to just get better and better. For me, it's a fantastic combination of RE4 (one of my fav games mechanically speaking) and Silent Hill (one of my fav games in terms of disturbing imagery and horror).

    Has it got a few rough edges here and there? In some ways yes. Like the early RE games, the voice acting and script are hammy. I found the story hard to follow, although one could argue it adds to the weirdness. Luckily for me, these elements are a very low priority in a survival horror game.

    The game intentionally makes you vulnerable in a way that few games do these days and at first it can seem a bit too archaic. You can't run for too long, your movement slows when shooting, monsters hit really hard, you field of view is narrow and melee is simply there to buy you some time to turn and run in order to get some distance. However, it's still more modern in its controls and feel when compared to RE4 and 5 and it's all deliberately tuned to make a great survival horror experience. There are also a handful of QTE's (as in RE4) that sometimes catch you by surprise in an irritating way and a couple of on rails bits which, while competently done and mildly enjoyable, don't match the quality of the other levels. At least it changes the pace though.

    Aparts from these things, everything is beautifully crafted. There's just so much variety and imagination. Take the environments. Just when you think you're going to be doing several levels in an open air forest village, you're whisked away to a completely different type of enclosed, modern area. These sort of changes happen regularly and keep the places you explore fresh and interesting. Just when things seem too oppressive, dark and hemmed in, you'll find yourself outdoors and in open spaces. There are ruined areas, plush areas, modern, old, surreal. There are mansions, sewers, hospitals, city streets, abattoirs, factories, dream scapes etc...There's often a lot of verticality too. It's rare for the game to be one corridor after another. Regardless of the setting though, the tense feeling of horror or apprehension is almost always present, only giving way now and then to let you relax in order to start ramping it up again. Also, in true RE fashion, you'll find yourself breathing a sigh of relief when you find a save room, despite the fact the game also uses checkpoints.

    Monsters are varied too. Just when you think you're gonna face another room of basic enemies, you'll face a mini boss, or a specially crafted arena where you'll fight a smaller group of unique enemies. You might be on the run from an indestructible creature (nemesis style) or maybe fighting ordinary enemies but with some sort of environmental challenge to deal with at the same time. For example, you might have to fight while avoiding rotating blades or being stuck on a small moving platform. There is obviously deliberate purpose behind virtually all the steps you take to get from A to B, it all feels handcrafted and thoughtfully put together.

    I could go on and on but suffice to say that the other things the game offers all enhance the experience. Upgrade trees are interesting, feel meaningful and are rewarding. Ammo and health conservation matter. Finding the statue collectibles has actual impact since it provides the chance for much needed ammo and health kits. Weapon selection is important too depending on your situation and the arms at your disposal all have very specific attributes which are fun to learn. The graphics are very good in terms of the ambience they provide and there's a lot of attention to detail in the environment. Sound is used to good effect and music often increases the feeling of dread and fear. Stealth is handled well and is necessary in order to save ammo and avoid confrontation. Clearing a room of enemies without being seen, collecting all the XP and items knowing you wasted nothing is very satisfying.

    Anyway, I would urge anyone who likes survival horror and, in particular, RE4 to give this a shot. Btw, although I enojyed EW2, I found this game to be superior in every way except story, cutscenes and voice acting.    … Expand
  16. Svetlendrius
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    A good game with an exciting plot, interesting twists, good gameplay, normal graphics and an interesting visual component.
  17. L140
    Oct 28, 2020
    8
    Интересный и чертовски сложный сурвайвл хоррор, созданный руками японских творцов, что обуславливает наличие всякой шизы в огромном количестве. Сюжет интересный с харизматичным главным героем Себастьяном, который задает тон всей игре, но с финалом, конечно, облажались сильно, ну и из минусов еще наличие этих тупых полосок и сильный блюрИнтересный и чертовски сложный сурвайвл хоррор, созданный руками японских творцов, что обуславливает наличие всякой шизы в огромном количестве. Сюжет интересный с харизматичным главным героем Себастьяном, который задает тон всей игре, но с финалом, конечно, облажались сильно, ну и из минусов еще наличие этих тупых полосок и сильный блюр
  18. startafire
    Nov 12, 2020
    10
    Underrated horror masterpiece, one of the best bosses of any horror game, atmosphere, ambient sounds, just perfect.
  19. themiracle
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    This user score / metascore doesn't present what this game truly is. It's way better to look at steam reviews of this game, these are way more up to date. It's almost hard to describe how much i like this game. I have finished it over 10 times and i will do it more in the future. It has best psychological-horror atmosphere out of (almost) any Horror games EVER made. It's difficultThis user score / metascore doesn't present what this game truly is. It's way better to look at steam reviews of this game, these are way more up to date. It's almost hard to describe how much i like this game. I have finished it over 10 times and i will do it more in the future. It has best psychological-horror atmosphere out of (almost) any Horror games EVER made. It's difficult competition between this one and dead space (2008) for best horror atmosphere title. I think both have equally good atmosphere, just a bit different.… Expand
  20. StarkWhite95
    Dec 1, 2015
    9
    I picked up "the Evil Within" on sale through steam and it runs perfectly fine. I heard it was poorly optimized on release for pc but i think they fixed a lot of issues with it. Anyway, I love this game. The graphics, the combat and the atmosphere are top notch in my book. The survival aspect is also extremely well done. I was always low on ammo but never was hopelessly out. It stillI picked up "the Evil Within" on sale through steam and it runs perfectly fine. I heard it was poorly optimized on release for pc but i think they fixed a lot of issues with it. Anyway, I love this game. The graphics, the combat and the atmosphere are top notch in my book. The survival aspect is also extremely well done. I was always low on ammo but never was hopelessly out. It still forced me to take my shots carefully because every single shot counted. I haven't had an experience like this for a while. I also like how each enemy is harder to kill than you would think and boss encounters are a mixture of shooting and lite puzzles.… Expand
  21. yodalr
    Mar 27, 2017
    8
    Before starting to play The Evil Within , get a program named "Flawless Widescreen". It basically fixes all the console port problems - black bars, low fps, bad field of view... After making the game playable, it is a very enjoyable experience. A lot of different areas and themes make new levels refreshing. The boss fights are also lot of fun. In my opinion the only thing this game lacksBefore starting to play The Evil Within , get a program named "Flawless Widescreen". It basically fixes all the console port problems - black bars, low fps, bad field of view... After making the game playable, it is a very enjoyable experience. A lot of different areas and themes make new levels refreshing. The boss fights are also lot of fun. In my opinion the only thing this game lacks is good soundtrack. Overall, don't expect to find Silent Hill 2 in there, but it gets close.… Expand
  22. Ferrelicious
    Nov 13, 2014
    8
    This game gave me Re4 feeling with more twisted and gore gameplay i LOVED it.
    it took me sometime but it feels really good and the graphics are amazing.
  23. igolrum
    Jul 15, 2021
    10
    Seems like they botched the initial version of the PC port and got a hailstorm of negative reviews for it, that are still pulling the rating down alot. However those issues are resolved by now. I recommend paying more attention to newer reviews or the ratings on the other systems.

    As for my rating, I did like the weird plot and style, aswell as the characters quite a bit. The DLC is    Seems like they botched the initial version of the PC port and got a hailstorm of negative reviews for it, that are still pulling the rating down alot. However those issues are resolved by now. I recommend paying more attention to newer reviews or the ratings on the other systems.

    As for my rating, I did like the weird plot and style, aswell as the characters quite a bit. The DLC is very good aswell.

    Normally I'd probably give it a 9, but given how underrated it still is on the PC I'll make it a 10.    … Expand
  24. Iknowgamesmore
    Jul 29, 2021
    10
    The Evil Within (PC version) is one of the best Horror Games of all time. Out of this world Boss/Creature designs, unique locations and in-depth weapon upgrade system make this truly a masterpiece.
  25. Rorque
    Aug 2, 2015
    10
    if you are a fan of Resident Evil 1-4 and don`t like what happen with this serie in RE6 this game is just for you. Very intensive, with well designed mechanics game with breathtaking graphics. I play it almost year after release and don`t know what`s wrong is with graphics, textures are mostly sharp, and running smooth on my middle class pc (i5, GF660). I like scenario with a little Lynchif you are a fan of Resident Evil 1-4 and don`t like what happen with this serie in RE6 this game is just for you. Very intensive, with well designed mechanics game with breathtaking graphics. I play it almost year after release and don`t know what`s wrong is with graphics, textures are mostly sharp, and running smooth on my middle class pc (i5, GF660). I like scenario with a little Lynch movies spirit.… Expand
  26. MetaDoner
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    This game is so underrated. Seriously. I enjoyed the deep and complex story of the game and the DLC's were amazing!
  27. Geralt123
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Played this in 2021.

    The art style and direction of this game are awesome. The game is like experiencing a psychosis, really crazy, bloody, mysterious and highly creative. It's a real thriller. On survival difficulty, it is quite hard. some bosses I had to try 10 times. Levels are quite linear, but the atmosphere is so good that I didn't care. I would say this game is a piece    Played this in 2021.

    The art style and direction of this game are awesome. The game is like experiencing a psychosis, really crazy, bloody, mysterious and highly creative. It's a real thriller.

    On survival difficulty, it is quite hard. some bosses I had to try 10 times.

    Levels are quite linear, but the atmosphere is so good that I didn't care.

    I would say this game is a piece of art, the style is really unique.    … Expand
  28. Platon31
    Aug 2, 2021
    8
    Really good characters, interesting story, awesome monsters and sometimes this game was really creepy. But game have many technical problems, low fps sometimes. One of the best horror games
  29. Gorbunov2004
    Sep 21, 2021
    8
    Нормальная игра только мне кажется она затянута играть надоедает. Также как по мне глупо давать какие-то новые игровые предметы если эту игру нельзя пере пройти несколькими способами. Ну а так игра хорошая боссы клёвые только бесит что один из них много раз повторяется.Нормальная игра только мне кажется она затянута играть надоедает. Также как по мне глупо давать какие-то новые игровые предметы если эту игру нельзя пере пройти несколькими способами. Ну а так игра хорошая боссы клёвые только бесит что один из них много раз повторяется.
  30. flowoftime
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Amazing horror experience, might be one of the better horror games ever, music, atmosphere and bosses are just next level in this one.
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Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. CD-Action
    Jan 9, 2015
    50
    It seems the developers were not entirely sure what they wanted to achieve and got caught between traditional and innovative approach, properly employing neither. [13/2014, p.56]
  2. PC PowerPlay
    Nov 30, 2014
    70
    Borrowing heavily from past survival horror games, The Evil Within still manages to create fear in its players despite some clunkiness. [Dec 2014, p.58]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Nov 15, 2014
    82
    As the Japanese survival horror genre goes, The Evil Within feels a bit old fashion but in a good way. It certainly has the potential of becoming a cult classic. [Nov 2014]
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