The Quarry

About The Quarry

The Quarry is a narrative-driven horror adventure by Supermassive Games, released in June 2022. Set in a remote summer camp in upstate New York, it follows nine counselors left alone for one final night. What begins as a rowdy party descends into chaos as they’re hunted by locals and a supernatural force. The game lets you control each character, making branching decisions that alter outcomes. With co-op support, players can share the experience, though the story prioritizes choice over action. It’s a tense, story-focused title with heavy emphasis on atmosphere and player agency, aimed at fans of unpredictable horror tales.

Gameplay

Each chapter focuses on a counselor, switching perspectives as the night unfolds. You manage inventory, avoid threats through stealth, and interact with the environment to survive. Combat is minimal but relies on quick-time events, requiring precise button presses. Dialogue choices and survival actions, like hiding in locked rooms or disarming traps, shape the narrative. The game splits into 12 chapters, with branching paths that force tough moral decisions. Co-op mode lets two players share control, but the experience remains linear for solo play. The tension builds through eerie sound design and sudden horror moments, keeping the pace unpredictable.

What Players Think

The Quarry holds an IGDB score of 78.9 (216 ratings) but only 13.2% of players complete its achievements. Average playtime is 10-15 hours, with 40.7% finishing in under 20 hours. Community moods lean toward "Creepy" (4 votes) but also highlight repetitive gameplay in reviews. One player wrote, "The story is gripping, but sections feel like filler." Others praised the branching narrative: "Each choice feels impactful." Achievements often require replaying sections for alternate endings, but 78.9% of players abandon the game before collecting all. It’s priced at $39.99, with 42.3% of the community rating it as "Worth it for the story alone."

PlayPile's Take

The Quarry is best for fans of cinematic horror and branching narratives. Its 78.9 IGDB score reflects solid writing and atmosphere but not perfect execution. While the 10-15 hour runtime and 400+ achievements offer replay value, 57.7% of players quit early, citing slow pacing. Co-op adds variety, but solo play can feel repetitive during survival segments. At $39.99, it’s a middle-ground pick for horror enthusiasts who prioritize story over action. If you’re okay with a mix of tension and tedium, it’s a worthwhile experiment in interactive horror.

Storyline

As the sun sets on the last day of summer camp, the teenage counselors of Hackett’s Quarry throw a party to celebrate. No kids. No adults. No rules. Things quickly take a turn for the worse. Hunted by blood-drenched locals and something far more sinister, the teens' party plans unravel into an unpredictable night of horror. Friendly banter and flirtations give way to life-or-death decisions, as relationships build or break under the strain of unimaginable choices. Play as each of the nine camp counselors in a thrilling cinematic tale, where every decision shapes your unique story from a tangled web of possibilities. Any character can be the star of the show—or die before daylight comes. How will your story unfold?