Murder House

About

Murder House casts you as part of a news crew infiltrating a derelict home tied to a notorious killer. Explore creaky hallways and dimly lit rooms while evading a relentless stalker determined to end your investigation. The game alternates between tense stealth moments and chaotic chase sequences, blending resource management with survival horror. Each character has distinct skills and weaknesses, adding layers to how you navigate traps and avoid the butcher lurking in the shadows. The retro presentation evokes early 2000s horror games with grainy visuals and a synth-heavy soundtrack. Community reviews highlight its ability to balance nostalgia with modern gameplay mechanics, earning it a 78% on Metacritic. Players praise the escalating tension and creative use of environmental hazards, though some note repetitive enemy behavior. Available on multiple platforms including Switch and PS5, it’s a compact but effective horror experience that runs about six hours. The developer’s prior work in the Babysitter Bloodbath series carried over a knack for claustrophobic set pieces and abrupt jump scares. Its cult following continues to grow among fans of bite-sized horror adventures.

Storyline

A news crew breaks into the old abandoned home of an executed serial killer Anthony Smith, planning to shoot a salacious haunted house story. But is the notorious Easter Ripper really dead or is he waiting inside, ready to wipe them out one by one? Who will survive, and what will be left of them? The spiritual successor to Babysitter Bloodbath.