Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs - A Descent into Greed and Madness

9/14/2026, 7:05:06 AM

Release date: 9/10/2013

Tags: #horror #walking-simulator #story-rich #atmospheric #first-person #psychological-horror #exploration #mystery

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Score: 70%Mixed
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¥ 2,300 (JPY)

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$19.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

A narrative-driven first-person horror game from the creators of Amnesia and Dear Esther, set in 1899. Explore themes of greed and madness as Oswald Mandus.

Who this is for

From the creators of Amnesia and Dear Esther, The Chinese Room delivers a new narrative experience. Players step into the nightmarish reality of industrialist Oswald Mandus in 1899 London. This title emphasizes psychological horror and deep storytelling over jump scares, slowly eroding the player's sanity. Uncover the truth of a world filled with greed and madness through exploration. With strong walking simulator elements, silence and an unsettling atmosphere envelop the player. Recommended for

Details

Overview

Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, developed by The Chinese Room and published by Frictional Games, plunges players into a dark narrative set in 1899. This first-person horror experience explores themes of greed, power, and madness, drawing players into a world that is itself a 'Machine for Pigs.' Players step into the shoes of Oswald Mandus, a wealthy industrialist who awakens from a feverish dream to a house that is anything but silent.

Highlights

Developed by The Chinese Room, known for narrative-driven experiences, and published by Frictional Games, pioneers of the Amnesia series.
Features a rich, story-driven narrative with a focus on psychological horror and atmospheric exploration.
Set in 1899, the game immerses players in a Victorian-era setting filled with industrial ambition and dark secrets.

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy atmospheric horror titles that prioritize story and psychological tension over jump scares. Fans of walking simulators and narrative-rich experiences will find themselves drawn into its unsettling world. Those seeking a deep, character-driven mystery with a mature thematic core will appreciate the journey.

Game Info

Released on September 10, 2013, Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs offers a unique take on the horror genre. It supports multiple languages, including English, French, German, and Spanish. While it features multi-player in its Steam categories, the core experience is a single-player narrative. The game is available as a paid title and is known for its atmospheric design and compelling storytelling.