The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes

by Supermassive Games, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe

The Developer Says...

At the close of the Iraq War, Special Forces hunting for weapons of mass destruction unearth something far deadlier – a buried Sumerian temple containing a nest of unearthly creatures. To survive the night below, they must forge a brotherhood with their enemies from the world above.

Players Like...

❤ Exploration and Interactivity

The game casts players in a third-person perspective as they explore a buried Sumerian temple and surrounding cave network. Interaction with the environment is a core component, allowing players to examine items, open doors, and uncover journal entries that provide additional context and backstory.

❤ Quick-Time Events (QTEs)

Quick-Time Events (QTEs) regularly punctuate the experience, challenging players to quickly respond to on-screen prompts by pressing the correct button or moving the cursor in a specific direction. Reviewers noted these QTEs demand more skill and attention compared to previous entries, amplifying the tension during action-oriented sequences, such as combat encounters with the game's supernatural threats.

❤ Dialogue Choices and Consequences

The dialogue system impresses, presenting players with nuanced choices that meaningfully impact character relationships and the overall narrative. Reviewers praised how these interactions feel organic and impactful, leading to a range of possible outcomes, including the survival or death of specific characters.

❤ Multiplayer Modes

Cooperative play further enhances the experience. The online co-op mode lets two players share the story, each controlling a different character. Alternatively, the offline "Movie Night" mode supports up to 5 players, with each taking turns controlling a character, fostering a more social and collaborative gameplay experience.

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