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SeriesDreadOut

DreadOut

Critic score2 critics
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First release
May 15, 2014
Engine
Unity
Genres
Indie, Adventure, Puzzle · Horror, Survival
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Linux

When twilight fades. Where darkness reigns. DreadOut is a third person supernatural horror game where you play as Linda, a high school student trapped in an old abandoned town. Equipped with her trusty smart-phone, she will battle against terrifying encounters and solve mysterious puzzles which will ultimately determine her fate. Help her overcome the challenges that will stand before her. Survive the Dread!

Also known as dreadout.exe

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Storyline
When a group of high school students went astray from a field trip, they came across something totally unexpected. A town long forgotten trapped in a peaceful state of slumber. What they did not realize was what lurks within. And what seemed like an innocent stroll turns into disaster as the secluded town reveals its dark and terrible secrets. The presence of sinister forces from beyond their realm of existence. It all comes down to Linda. She will experience stirrings of unfamiliar powers, emerging from within herself. These new found abilities might just be the only way she can save her own life and those of her friends.Read more

When a group of high school students went astray from a field trip, they came across something totally unexpected. A town long forgotten trapped in a peaceful state of slumber. What they did not realize was what lurks within. And what seemed like an innocent stroll turns into disaster as the secluded town reveals its dark and terrible secrets. The presence of sinister forces from beyond their realm of existence. It all comes down to Linda. She will experience stirrings of unfamiliar powers, emerging from within herself. These new found abilities might just be the only way she can save her own life and those of her friends.

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
May 15, 2014
Mac
May 15, 2014
Linux
May 15, 2014
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
3h
Main + Extras
4h
Age ratings
ESRB M
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person
Where to buy
Keywords
ghosts, female protagonist, religion, supernatural, camera
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At a Glance

Critic Score
40
Main Story (IGDB)
3h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
4h
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Overview

Steam review summary

Steam users rate this Mostly Positive, 4,515 reviews in all languages, recorded 16 October 2026

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Multiplayer

  • Online multiplayerIGDB · 2 Nov
  • Online co-opIGDB · 2 Nov
  • Local co-opIGDB · 2 Nov
  • Shared or split screenIGDB · 2 Nov
  • LAN co-opIGDB · 2 Nov

Feature data: IGDB

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