The Dire
Dean Holt, popular Urbex vlogger, sets off on another exploration of an abandoned home but this time things aren't going as planned. Something dark is lurking inside and Dean quickly finds himself in over his head
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December 8, 2023
2 years and 238 days ago
Steam Reviews
Very Positive93 reviews81.7%
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Media
11 itemsAbout the Game
You are a popular Urbex vlogger whose channel revolves around exploring abandoned and "paranormal" places. For your newest video, you are going to film in a vacant and decaying mansion in which, many years earlier, a horrific tragedy occurred. However, you quickly come to realize that things are a bit different from your other expeditions. The stories about this home seem to be true...
The Dire is a psychological found footage horror game that revolves around main character Dean Holt and a dark and deserted mansion. You will explore the grim history of the decrepit home and experience first hand what has been left inside of it all these years
GAMEPLAY
The gameplay is mostly first person narrative walking simulator with elements of exploring, and interacting with enviroment.
Game containes voice acting, mic activation.
Characteristics
*Found footage realistic graphics
*Thrilling atmosphere
*Multiple endings
*Voice activation
*Voice acting
