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SeriesThe Evil Within

The Evil Within

Critic score17 critics
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First release
Oct 14, 2014
Engine
id Tech 5
Genres
Adventure, Shooter, Puzzle · Action, Horror, Survival, Stealth
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox 360

The Evil Within embodies the meaning of pure survival horror. Highly-crafted environments, horrifying anxiety, and an intricate story are combined to create an immersive world that will bring you to the height of tension. With limited resources at your disposal, you’ll fight for survival and experience profound fear in this perfect blend of horror and action.

Also known as Project Zwei, Psycho Break, evilwithin.exe

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Storyline
While investigating the scene of a gruesome mass murder, Detective Sebastian Castellanos and his partners encounter a mysterious and powerful force. After seeing the slaughter of fellow officers, Sebastian is ambushed and knocked unconscious. When he awakens, he finds himself in a deranged world where hideous creatures wander among the dead. Facing unimaginable terror and fighting for survival, Sebastian embarks on a frightening journey to unravel what’s behind this evil force.Read more

While investigating the scene of a gruesome mass murder, Detective Sebastian Castellanos and his partners encounter a mysterious and powerful force. After seeing the slaughter of fellow officers, Sebastian is ambushed and knocked unconscious. When he awakens, he finds himself in a deranged world where hideous creatures wander among the dead. Facing unimaginable terror and fighting for survival, Sebastian embarks on a frightening journey to unravel what’s behind this evil force.

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Oct 14, 2014
PlayStation 3
Oct 14, 2014
PlayStation 4
Oct 14, 2014
All 16 release dates
Xbox One
Oct 14, 2014
Xbox 360
Oct 14, 2014
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Oct 16, 2014
PlayStation 3
Oct 16, 2014
PlayStation 4
Oct 16, 2014
Xbox One
Oct 16, 2014
Xbox 360
Oct 16, 2014
PlayStation 3
Oct 18, 2014
PlayStation 4
Oct 18, 2014
PlayStation 3
Oct 23, 2014
PlayStation 4
Oct 23, 2014
Xbox One
Oct 23, 2014
Xbox 360
Oct 23, 2014
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
13h
Main + Extras
21h
Completionist
55h
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person
Keywords
bloody, detective, drugs, female protagonist, bromance
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At a Glance

Critic Score
75
Main Story (IGDB)
13h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
21h
Completionist (IGDB)
55h
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Steam users rate this Very Positive, 21,593 reviews in all languages, recorded 16 October 2026

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