Terrifying New Game Unleashes Condemned's Thrills with Manhunt's Intensity
Prepare to be terrified! This upcoming horror game draws inspiration from the spine-chilling atmospheres of Condemned: Criminal Origins and the relentless intensity of Manhunt Brace yourself for a hair-raising experience that will leave you on the edge of your seat
Highlights
Introducing Butcher's Creek, an immersive first-person horror experience that draws its inspiration from the thought-provoking Manhunt series and the spine-chilling Condemned: Criminal Origins.Transporting players back to the year 1993, this gripping game plunges you into the shoes of a troubled loner, who finds themselves relentlessly pursued by sadistic killers after being lured into the dark depths of an abandoned cabin.
Scheduled for release in 2024, Butcher's Creek is an upcoming first-person horror game that draws inspiration from Rockstar's notorious Manhunt series and the acclaimed 2005 title Condemned: Criminal Origins. With Manhunt being renowned for its controversial nature and Condemned being hailed as one of the standout horror games from the Xbox 360 era, Butcher's Creek promises to deliver a gripping and chilling gaming experience.
For those unfamiliar with these games, Manhunt is a horror/stealth game in which players commit brutal murders to create shocking snuff films. It was released during a time when violent video games were under heavy scrutiny and was even banned in certain countries. Condemned, on the other hand, is a first-person horror game that emphasizes melee combat. Although both games had direct sequels, their franchises have been inactive for more than ten years.
Fortunately, David Szymanski, the developer of DUSK, has just announced Butcher's Creek, a game that will satisfy horror game enthusiasts craving a Manhunt or Condemned-like experience. Set in 1993, Butcher's Creek follows a "troubled loner" enticed to an abandoned cabin by rumors of authentic snuff videotapes, only to become the prey of sadistic killers, as described on Steam. The premise evokes memories of Manhunt, while the gameplay strongly resembles that of Condemned.
Butcher's Creek has not released its trailer yet, but the Steam page confirms that the game will become available at some point in 2024. The page also highlights several exciting features for horror game enthusiasts to anticipate upon the game's launch next year. These features include engaging in melee combat with a variety of weapons such as hammers, axes, pipes, 2x4s, and box cutters. Additionally, players have the ability to capture photographs of murder scenes to restore their health, explore the eerie landscape of the Appalachian Forest encompassing dilapidated farmhouses, crumbling factories, and shady strip clubs, and immerse themselves in a distinct visual style that brings together the gritty appearance of shot-on-video found footage.
Butcher's Creek shows immense potential and stands as a promising addition to the gaming landscape, especially since both Manhunt and Condemned have remained dormant for years. The involvement of David Szymanski further fuels anticipation, given his track record of delivering top-notch experiences such as the acclaimed throwback shooter DUSK and the well-received submarine horror game Iron Lung.
While horror enthusiasts await Butcher's Creek's release in 2024, they can fortunately explore its sources of inspiration on modern platforms. The HD version of Manhunt is accessible on PS4, and it is also backward compatible on Xbox. Likewise, Condemned: Criminal Origins is backward compatible on Xbox and can be played through Steam.
Butcher's Creek launches in 2024.
Source: Steam
