Haunted Investigation is a spine-tingling horror game that will test your nerves and keep you on the edge of your seat. Whether you choose to play alone or with another friend (up to 2 players), you'll be immersed in a world of terror and suspense as you explore an abandoned mansion.
The marketing copy emphasizes that players will feel "like you're actually inside the mansion, searching for clues, solving puzzles and trying to survive." Reviewers have echoed this sentiment, with one player noting that the experience "will immerse you in a world of terror and suspense."
Players can choose to experience the game alone or with a friend, as the title supports up to 2 players in co-op mode. Reviewers generally enjoyed the co-op aspect, with one stating that playing with a friend made the experience "much less intimidating but still great on jump scares and plot." Another reviewer mentioned an amusing moment where one player got locked out of the house.
In addition to the horror and exploration elements, the gameplay also involves solving puzzles. Reviewers have observed that the puzzles are relatively easy to solve, with one player commenting that "the puzzles were a bit too easy." However, another reviewer expressed a desire for more puzzles to uncover the game's lore and information.
One of the standout features is the inclusion of multiple endings, which players can unlock based on the choices they make. Reviewers have found this to be a positive aspect, with one player stating that the multiple endings add "some replay value." Another reviewer mentioned that they enjoyed trying to unlock all four endings.
The core of the gameplay is the horror and suspense elements, with reviewers praising the effective jump scares and the overall creepy atmosphere. One player noted that the experience "will test your nerves and keep you on the edge of your seat," while another commented that the "atmosphere can be good" and the jump scares are well-timed.
Several reviewers have highlighted the game's replay value, thanks to the multiple endings and the ability to experience the horror and exploration elements with a friend. One player mentioned that they enjoyed "speed-running it in the next playthroughs to get all the other endings," while another stated that the game is a "nice little spook adventure that you can enjoy with a friend."