PlayStation · Horror
Alone in the Dark
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Genre | Horror |
| Developer | Infogrames |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Alone in the Dark |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Developed by Infogrames, Alone in the Dark arrived on the PlayStation as a horror game.
Among the 26 PS1 horror games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
It is part of the Alone in the Dark series; on the PS1 you can also try Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare 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). Infogrames also made V-Rally, Hogs of War and Asterix: Mega Madness for the PS1.
Alone in the Dark is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to be spooked
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
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 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 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Alone in the Dark.
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Alone in the Dark FAQ
Who made Alone in the Dark?
It was developed by Infogrames.
Is Alone in the Dark multiplayer?
No. Alone in the Dark is a single-player game.
How long does Alone in the Dark take to play?
As a horror game, Alone in the Dark 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.
Read more about Alone in the Dark on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.