Penumbra: Overture Episode 1

Obsession can be dangerous. Its consuming nature causes otherwise rational people to spiral headlong into some bad situations. Take Phillip, the main character in Penumbra: Overature. After receiving a note from his long lost father -- 30 years lost...

Penumbra is an adventure game on the lines of the old Shivers, which was a creepy adventure game from about 10-15 years ago. In Shivers, players were constantly on the seat of their pants, waiting for the next startling moment. Another similar game in...

The highs definitely outweigh the lows and this game breathes new life into an old...

A vast majority of videogames that could be labelled as horror titles follow the same formula; while the events may come about differently, you always have to physically battle your way to the end. In many respects Resident Evil 4 mixed things up a...

"Like all good nightmares, Philips begins with something all too real - his mothers death. The days following the funeral are characterized by nothing, save for an incessant feeling of abandonment. Until, that is, he receives a letter from a dead...

Penumbra is a game that shows real promise, but ultimately fails in a few key areas that prevent it from being a truly excellent horror adventure. The intuitive control scheme is interesting, but sadly doesn’t get to realize its full potential....

If you look up the word 'Creepy' in the dictionary it will say one word. Penumbra. Ok so it won't, but it should!Penumbra started off life as a short free horror survival game that was really technical demo. It was being used to demonstrate...

Now usually, with our reviews, we like to have at least three of our writers contribute their thoughts. But, with the PC game Penumbra: Overture Episode One, we were a little short, but still wanted to let you know about this title. Because, let's...