The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me
A group of documentary film makers receive a mysterious call inviting them to a modern-day replica of serial killer H.H. Holmes ‘Murder Castle’. But on arrival they soon discover they’re being watched, and even manipulated, and suddenly there is much more at stake than just their ratings. We hope you enjoy your stay...
What it feels like
A slow-building sense of impending horror permeates the experience as the group realizes they are trapped and hunted. Sustained edge-of-seat pressure where wrong dialogue choices or failed QTEs can result in character death. Secrets and unanswered questions about the killer's identity, motivation, and the castle's hidden rooms drive curiosity.
What it's about
Horror is a primary directive — the game is structured around frightening a player trapped in a sinister replica castle with a serial killer premise. The core dread stems from manipulation, surveillance, and psychological entrapment rather than jump-scares alone — characters are being watched and toyed with. Unraveling what is happening in the Murder Castle — who is behind the scheme and why the group was invited — drives narrative momentum.
How it plays
Branching dialogue choices with other characters determine relationships, alliances, and story outcomes. Prompted button presses punctuate cinematic moments and survival sequences, a Supermassive hallmark. The player must avoid or manage detection by the killer and traps, creating tension around being watched and hunted.
How it looks and sounds
Camera follows the characters from behind or cinematic angles as they explore the castle environment.
How it's structured
A bounded, authored narrative arc with a definite beginning and ending shaped by player choice and survival. Player choices directly influence outcomes and character fates, creating multiple divergent story paths. The game resolves differently depending on choices made and which characters survive, rewarding replays.
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