PlayStation · Horror / Action
Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Horror, Action |
| Developer | Darkworks |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Alone in the Dark |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 18 |
Released for the PlayStation in 2001, Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare is a horror game developed by Darkworks and published by Infogrames. It blends horror and action elements.
It landed about 6 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2001 include Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed and Worms World Party. Among the 26 PS1 horror games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Alone in the Dark series; on the PS1 you can also try Alone in the Dark and Alone in the Dark 2. The series also appears on other systems with Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare (Dreamcast) and Alone in the Dark (3DO).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to be spooked
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you scare easily or dislike scarce resources
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare is like
Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.
Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.
Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare cheats & codes
2 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 801450D8
0064 |
|---|---|
| Enable Item Code (Must Be On!) | 801451C0
005C |
Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare walkthroughs & guides
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Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare FAQ
When did Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare come out on the PS1?
Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare was released for the PlayStation in 2001.
Who made Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare?
It was developed by Darkworks and published by Infogrames.
Is Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare multiplayer?
No. Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare is a single-player game.
How long does Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare take to play?
As a horror game, Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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