Drew Leachman
ZTGDThe Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me (XSX) Review – ZTGD
Published 1/3/2023
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Series X|S / PS4 / PC / PS5 / XONE - 11/18/2022
The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me
A group of documentary film makers receive a mysterious call inviting them to a modern-day replica of serial killer H.H. Holmes ‘Murder Castle’. But on arrival they soon discover they’re being watched, and even manipulated, and suddenly there is much more at stake than just their ratings. We hope you enjoy your stay...
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- Supermassive Games
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- Bandai Namco Entertainment
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70
11 scored reviews
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Score range is 21–30 points
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The critic average is 70 across 11 scored reviews, with a 30-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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Ruth Cassidy
EurogamerDark Pictures Anthology: The Devil In Me Review – true crime antics and dreary puzzles
Published 11/22/2022
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75
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Read originalMark Delaney
GameSpotThe Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil In Me Review - Holmes Sweet Holmes
Published 11/21/2022
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Read originalSteve Boxer
Metro GameCentralThe Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil In Me review – the best till last
Published 11/21/2022
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Read originalLarryn Bell
ShacknewsThe Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me review: Checked out
Published 11/18/2022
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Read originalLara Jackson
Screen RantThe Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil In Me Review - A Sinful Success
Published 11/18/2022
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80
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Read originalThe Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me Review
Published 11/17/2022
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Read originalKyle LeClair
Hardcore GamerReview: The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me
Published 11/17/2022
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Read originalMeg Pelliccio
TheGamerThe Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil In Me Review
Published 11/17/2022
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Read originalKelsey Raynor
VG247The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me review - A thoughtful, but janky dive into the fetishisation of serial killers | VG247
Published 11/17/2022
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