Haunted House: The Atari Classic Reimagined

Written by AG Staff — September 19, 2023 at 05:36

Haunted House, a roguelite revival of the first-ever survival horror game that debuted on the Atari 2600 in 1982, is ready to creep onto PC and consoles on October 12, 2023. This stealth-horror adventure is a reimagined version from Orbit Studio, the creators behind Retro Machina. You can catch a glimpse of the spine-chilling experience in the latest trailer:

The game, a unique 2D isometric horror experience, draws inspiration from the classic while adopting modern characteristics. In Haunted House, players take on the role of Lyn Graves, the niece of renowned treasure hunter Zachary Graves. When Lyn learns of her uncle’s disappearance, she and her friends head to his mansion to investigate. However, soon her friends are also swept into the shadows. Players will navigate shifting walls, unpredictable enemy encounters, and all manner of eerie frights to guide Lyn back to her friends and end the infestation of creepy ectoplasms in the mansion.

Key features of Haunted House include an all-ages thrill ride, unlockable characters, Atari Easter eggs, and an emphasis on stealth. The game expertly rides the line between goofy and spooky, keeping things rated E with its primarily stealth-based gameplay and light combat sequences. As Lyn explores the mansion, she frees her trapped friends, who become playable characters, each offering a unique exploration experience. The game is also full of collectibles and lore based on the original Haunted House and other classic favorites from Atari’s golden age. Haunted House is set to launch on Windows PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. You can add it to your wishlist on Steam.