When The Devil Takes Hold is a first-person psychological horror game. Step into the shoes of James Davidson, a fearless content creator whose search for views leads him to a cursed location. Explore the haunted grounds and solve puzzles to uncover the dark past.
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Mostly Positive (46) - 71% of the 46 user reviews for this game are positive.
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Aug 22, 2024
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About This Game


When The Devil Takes Hold is a singleplayer psychological-horror game.



You are James Davidson, a fearless content creator who specializes in exploring abandoned, creepy places and capturing every unnatural detail. Your adventurous spirit and insatiable curiosity have earned you a large and dedicated following on your social media channels.

One day, one of your viewers sends you a message suggesting that you visit a remote location in South Carolina for your next trip. Despite your initial skepticism, the mysterious aura surrounding this place piques your interest, and you decide to take a closer look.

Upon your arrival, you quickly discover that this location has a dark and sinister history. A family once lived here, but they were brutally murdered, and their daughter's body was never found. The locals whisper that the place is cursed and that the spirits of the murdered family members still haunt the grounds.

Determined to uncover the truth, you venture deeper into the location, armed with your camera and a thirst for adventure. But as you delve deeper into the dark and creepy environment, you soon realize that there is more to this place than meets the eye. The spirits of the murdered family members are not as harmless as you initially thought.



  • Night vision camera
    In poorly lit areas, you'll have access to a night vision camera, allowing you to see as clearly as you would in daylight.
  • Saves and Progression
    You can take a break from the game at any time and not lose your progress, as it automatically saves your progress.
  • Enemy AI
    Your enemy will use advanced AI to track and pursue you, making for a thrilling and unpredictable experience.
  • Inventory Management
    Throughout the game, you'll need to gather items such as keys and notes to increase your chances of success. The inventory system will help you keep track of everything you've collected.

The average time to complete the game is around 1 hour

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

The game contains blood, language and scenes that may not be appropriate for all ages.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows 7, 8, 10 (64 bit)
    • Processor: Intel i5 / AMD equivalent
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 1 GB Video RAM
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 8 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.

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