Key Specs
- ESRB Rating: M (Mature 17+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Blood and gore, Intense violence, Strong language (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- Compatible Platform(s): PlayStation 4
- Software Format: Blu-ray (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
General
- Product Name: The Evil Within
- Brand: Bethesda
- Publisher: Bethesda
- Developer: Tango Gameworks
- Model Number: 11855
Game Details
- Genre: Action and Adventure
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ESRB Rating: M (Mature 17+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Blood and gore, Intense violence, Strong language (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s): PlayStation 4
- Software Format: Blu-ray (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
Other
- UPC: 093155118553

Have you ever wondered what you would do if you woke up one day to find the world transformed to one full of horrors? Lots of people have apocalypse survival plans, but do they really ask themselves how they would cope? It's hard to gauge how well you would deal with a life that consists of nothing but fear, because you've never really experienced it. But one thing is for certain — if you let the fear win then you don't survive. If you don't keep the evil within chained up under lock and key, then the horror will overtake you and drag you under.

Dive into a world crafted by the father of survival horror, Shinji Mikami in The Evil Within. In a game that embodies the meaning of terror, you have no choice but to gather your courage, shut down the fear and let your adrenaline carry you away. Explore highly crafted environments full of the stuff of nightmares and contend with the horrifying anxiety of constantly fighting to survive. An intricate storyline weaves together to build an engrossing experience that will make your palms sweat and your heart race. Do you have what it takes to overcome the tension and withstand the deadly terror?

Customers are saying

Customers appreciate the solid gameplay, immersive horror elements, and engaging story in "The Evil Within." Many also praised the game's atmosphere and action, though some found the difficulty challenging and the controls could use improvement. A few players noted issues with ammo scarcity and occasional frame rate inconsistencies. The camera controls also received mixed feedback.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good, but not great
Sneaking, sneaking...sneaking, and more sneaking. If you thought this may have been closer to Resident Evil 4 or 5ish type mechanics, think again. Most of my time has been spent sneaking and watching enemy patterns. Its good, but i still want the option to be able to run and gun every now and then. I think im in the 4th or 5th chapter, and have barely found 30 bullets. Melee damage ability does absolute garbage, even after upgrades. Graphics are grainy starting out, but you can adjust the grain in the options menu. The controls are a little wonkey and the camera can be a punk at times. It kinda reminds me of the "tank" controls back in the RE1 and RE2 days.
Posted 10 years ago by djthaiboxer
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Solid game
Overall this is a good game. The graphics are very good and the story line so far is very cool. It's a little difficult to play when you first get started, there's not a lot of room for errors. There are some basic hints to get you started and then you're pretty much on your own. The game plays out with you as the main character attempts to escape an asylum. It's extremely graphic and I would not recommend this game for anyone under 17. I gave this a 4 out of 5 due to the difficulty of the game, even in the easy mode. Overall, I happen to love these styles of games, so if you love games like Dante's Inferno, this game will be right up your alley.
Posted 10 years ago by leozpride
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
The Resident Evil we've been waiting for.
This game delivers on the most important quality that you (likely) bought it for: it is scary. And not just cheap jump-scare scary... It is legitimately scary for long periods of time.... It's divided pretty equally between a few classic genres of horror-- the creepy, close quarters, psychological horror of an asylum and the open, eery, run-for-your-life of the woods. The controls can be a bit wonky, and the story is hard to follow, but the atmosphere and straight up "WTF was that?!" scary moments make up for it. Great atmosphere, lighting, and execution.
Posted 11 years ago by SpacemanSpiff