Game Description
The Medium Deluxe Edition, also known simply as The Medium, is a psychological horror game where you step into the shoes of Marianne, a spirit medium with a unique ability to exist in two worlds at once. Set in the eerie surroundings of an abandoned hotel, the game challenges you to uncover dark secrets by navigating both the real world and the spirit realm simultaneously. If you’re into atmospheric horror and puzzles that make you think, this might just be your next pick.
What’s the game about?
So, what’s the deal with The Medium? You play as Marianne, exploring the creepy Niwa hotel while solving puzzles and piecing together a tragic story. The dual-world mechanic means you’ll switch between the physical and spirit worlds to find clues and progress. It’s like having a split-screen view of two realities, which keeps things interesting and a bit unsettling.
Key Features
- Dual World Gameplay: Explore real and spirit worlds side by side—think double trouble in puzzle solving.
- Classic Horror Vibes: Fixed camera angles bring a retro feel, perfect for fans of old-school horror.
- Puzzle Challenges: Use Marianne’s supernatural senses to catch echoes and whispers from the past.
- Scary Encounters: Watch out for The Maw—a monster that really knows how to crash the party. Lesson learned: always carry a flashlight.
- Atmospheric Soundtrack: Music from Akira Yamaoka and Arkadiusz Reikowski sets a chilling mood throughout.
Why give it a try?
Need a challenge? You got it. The Medium isn’t just about jump scares—it’s about digging into a gripping story through clever gameplay. It’s a solo experience, so you get to really focus on Marianne’s emotional journey. Truth be told, sometimes the puzzles had me scratching my head, but in a good way.
If you enjoy games that make you think while messing with your nerves, The Medium Deluxe Edition delivers. It’s not for those who just want non-stop action, but if you like a slower, creepier vibe with puzzles, it’s worth a shot.
System requirements
- Minimum:
- Processor: Intel Core i5-6600 3.3 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 2500X 3.6 GHz
- Graphics: 6 GB GeForce GTX 1060 / 4 GB Radeon R9 390X
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Disk space: 50 GB HDD
- Operating system: Windows 10 64-bit
- Recommended:
- Processor: Intel Core i5-9600 3.1 GHz / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 3.7 GHz
- Graphics: 6 GB GeForce GTX 1660 Super / Radeon RX 5600 XT
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Disk space: 50 GB SSD
- Operating system: Windows 10 64-bit
- Ultra (4K / ray tracing):
- Processor: Intel Core i7-9700 3.0 GHz / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 3.7 GHz
- Graphics: 10 GB GeForce RTX 3080 / 16 GB Radeon RX 6800 XT
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Disk space: 50 GB SSD
- Operating system: Windows 10 64-bit
