Awe of Despair: First-Person Survival Horror Shooter

7/9/2026, 8:59:54 AM

Release date: 11/22/2017

Tags: #adventure #simulation #gore #violent #action #rpg #horror

User Reviews

Score: 56%9 user reviews
Review Count: 9 reviews
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Japan Price: ¥ 820
Global Price: $7.99
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 7/9/2026, 8:59:53 AM

Key highlight

Awe of Despair is a hardcore, first-person survival horror shooter released in 2017 by Reliant. It offers an immersive experience with minimal HUD, challenging players to battle creatures and solve puzzles in a parallel

Who this is for

For those craving a thrilling horror experience, Awe of Despair is worth checking out, offering deep immersion and hardcore gameplay.

🖥️ Hardware Guide for Comfortable Play

Based on the game's recommended specs, showing a comfortable performance target and example parts (PassMark reference)

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CPU

Game's recommended spec

Intel Core i7 3770 3.4GHz or AMD FX-8350 or better

Comfortable play target

8,338 pts(~130% above spec of 6,414 pts)

Parts near this range

Intel Core i3-1215UE8,331 pts Intel U300E8,397 pts Intel Core i3-10105 @ 3.70GHz8,264 pts

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GPU

Game's recommended spec

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R9 280X or better

Comfortable play target

7,991 pts(~130% above spec of 6,147 pts)

Parts near this range

Details

Overview

Awe of Despair plunges players into a deeply immersive survival horror experience. You awaken in an apartment, only to find yourself in a parallel world where unsettling events unfold. This first-person shooter challenges you to confront disturbing creatures, scavenge for weapons, and solve intricate puzzles as you fight for survival and a way back to reality. The game emphasizes hardcore immersion with a minimal HUD and no crosshair, demanding heightened awareness and precision from the player.

Highlights

Genre Blend: A compelling mix of Action, Adventure, RPG, and Simulation elements, with a strong focus on Gore and Violent themes.
Immersive Gameplay: Designed for a hardcore, first-person survival horror experience featuring a minimal HUD and no crosshair for maximum immersion.
Release & Development: Released on November 22, 2017, and developed by Reliant, this title offers a single-player adventure.

Who It's For

This game is tailored for players seeking a challenging and intense survival horror experience. Those who appreciate immersive first-person shooters with a focus on atmosphere, puzzle-solving, and combat against disturbing creatures will find Awe of Despair particularly engaging. However, it is explicitly noted as not suitable for children or those easily disturbed due to its violent and gore-filled content.