It Lurks!: A Noir Horror RPG Adventure

6/23/2026, 11:57:02 PM

Release date: 1/18/2023

Tags: #rpg #horror #indie #action-rpg #adventure #noir #crpg #turn-based-tactics

User Reviews

Score: 70%Mostly Positive
Review Count: 10 reviews
Fetched At: 6/23/2026, 11:57:02 PM

Live Store Snapshot

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Japan Price: ¥ 350
Global Price: $2.99
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 6/23/2026, 11:57:01 PM

Key highlight

Step into a noir world as a down-on-his-luck detective in "It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG." Engage in strategic turn-based combat and unravel mysteries in this atmospheric indie title released January 18, 2023.

Who this is for

Highly recommended for players who enjoy a noir atmosphere blended with horror elements and strategic turn-based combat. Unraveling cases as a detective while facing unexpected terror is a unique experience.

🖥️ 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 Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon XP or better

Comfortable play target

5,200 pts(~130% above spec of 4,000 pts)

Parts near this range

Intel Core i3-1115G4E @ 3.00GHz5,213 pts Intel Atom x7405C5,218 pts Intel Core i5-6400 @ 2.70GHz5,174 pts

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GPU

Game's recommended spec

1920 x 1080 pixels High Color + or better.

No PassMark data — please check the manufacturer's site

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Details

Overview

Step into the rain-slicked streets as Nate Hendricks, a down-on-his-luck Private Detective in "It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG." Business is slow, bills are mounting, and Nate desperately needs a case to turn his fortunes around. His break arrives in the form of a mysterious call from a Doctor Offenhauser, hinting at an urgent, unspecified matter. This sets Nate on a path into the dark underbelly of the city, where he'll confront dangers far beyond his usual caseload.

Highlights

Engaging Turn-Based Combat: Experience a strategic battle system that rewards quick reflexes and smart decision-making. Utilize a variety of actions and your trusty .38 Special to overcome formidable foes.
Noir Horror Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in a classic detective noir setting infused with chilling horror elements, creating a unique and suspenseful experience.
Indie RPG Experience: Developed and published by Mystic Sword Gaming, this title offers a single-player adventure blending RPG mechanics with narrative-driven gameplay.

Who It's For

Fans of classic detective stories, atmospheric horror, and tactical turn-based RPGs will find themselves drawn into the shadowy world of "It Lurks!". If you enjoy unraveling mysteries while facing down supernatural threats, this game is for you.

Game Info

"It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG" is a single-player adventure developed and published by Mystic Sword Gaming. It features a turn-based combat system and is available in English. The game was released on January 18, 2023.