The Hunter's Journals: Vile Philosophy - A Lovecraftian Text Adventure

9/12/2026, 3:35:06 AM

Release date: 7/15/2019

Tags: #adventure #gore #violent #text-based #lovecraftian #horror #story-rich #steampunk

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Review Count: 4 reviews
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¥ 620 (JPY)

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$5.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

Embark on a Lovecraftian text-based adventure as a hunter tracking a monstrous threat in Harrow's Gate. Make crucial choices in this violent, gore-filled narrative with multiple difficulties and unlockable lore.

Who this is for

For those who crave Lovecraftian dread and a narrative where player choices truly shape the outcome, this text-based adventure is a compelling journey. Unravel the dark secrets of Harrow's Gate and confront the monstrous beast.

Details

Overview

The Hunter's Journals - Vile Philosophy plunges players into the grim, monster-infested city of Harrow's Gate. As a hunter of means and leisure, you are tasked with tracking down a fiendish creature that has already claimed the lives of five previous hunters. This is a text-based, choose-your-own-adventure experience where every decision matters, leading to either triumph or utter failure.

Highlights

Genre Blend: Combines Adventure, Gore, Violent, Text-Based, Lovecraftian, and Horror elements for a unique narrative experience.
Player Agency: Features a choose-your-own-adventure format where player choices directly impact the story's outcome.
Replayability: Offers three challenging difficulty settings and unlockable lore to deepen understanding of the game's world.

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy rich narratives, challenging text-based adventures, and the dark, cosmic horror themes popularized by H.P. Lovecraft. Fans of steampunk aesthetics and mature content will also find themselves drawn into its world.

Game Info

Developed and published by Grindwheel Games, The Hunter's Journals - Vile Philosophy was released on July 15, 2019. It supports Steam Achievements and Family Sharing, and features multiplayer capabilities. The game is presented in English and includes discoverable artwork in a gallery.