- Publisher: Daedalic Entertainment
- Release Date: Apr 8, 2026
- Also On: PC, Xbox Series X
- Summary:
- Developer: DALOAR
- Genre(s): Action Adventure, Survival
- # of players: No Online Multiplayer
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 2 out of 13
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Mixed: 11 out of 13
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Negative: 0 out of 13
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Apr 7, 2026The Occultist succeeds greatly in its atmosphere, narrative construction, and the way it uses first-person horror to create constant tension and truly effective scares. The setting of Godstone and the mystery surrounding the protagonist are engaging enough to keep the player invested from beginning to end. However, the underutilization of some important mechanics, the lack of a functional map, and limitations such as the absence of chapter selection prevent it from reaching an even higher level. Still, it's a solid and memorable experience within the genre.
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Apr 7, 2026The Occultist proves that horror doesn't need to rely on screams and gore to scare. DALOAR delivered an experience that focuses on atmosphere, narrative, and intelligent gameplay to guide the player through a journey that captivates both through curiosity and the mystery surrounding Godstone and its inhabitants.
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Apr 9, 2026The Occultist is a work that expertly blends puzzles and exploration in a compelling and mysterious setting. DALOAR’s debut work entertains and encourages you to continue your investigation to fully understand what Godstone Island holds. The only drawback is its very limited running time and its technical performance, which is at times lacking.
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Apr 10, 2026The Occultist is an experience with some good ideas and standout moments, but it doesn't quite come together. It falls somewhere between what it wants to be and what it could have been. It's a game with its share of interesting elements and plenty of personality, but it needs a little more punch to truly stand out.
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Apr 7, 2026The Occultist has a great ambient and some interesting moments, but it doesn’t deliver fresh moments throughout the game.
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Apr 7, 2026This is not a bad horror game for people looking to jump into the horror genre or looking for a new horror experience. There are a few jump scares but nothing too outrageous for those gamers who find horror games to be overwhelming. But big horror fans may feel a little underwhelmed.
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Apr 7, 2026There is something that really irks me when a horror game doesn't provide any scares or tension. The Occultist looked like it was going to be an entertaining experience, but it doesn't provide much entertainment. The puzzle-solving and exploration are passable, but everything else is a huge letdown.