Demonologist is a first-person horror and exploration game that immerses players in a world of online cooperative suspense. As players are tasked with exorcising a series of evil entities from a cursed environment, danger lurks around every corner.

The dark and brooding atmosphere offered by Demonologist can be compared to other well-received platforms, such as Fears to Fathom: Home Alone. Nonetheless, the fact that this platform offers both single- and multiplayer options provides the ability to use teamwork, particularly for those who are too afraid to "go it alone."

Less is more

One impressive aspect of this game is that players are not immersed in overly "busy" environments. On the contrary, a silent and seemingly calm atmosphere will suddenly be broken by horrific apparitions. Therefore, Demonologist should appeal to anyone who is a fan of jump scares.

Random events

This game uses a "smart" program in order to make each level truly unpredictable. Ghosts will emerge from unexpected locations, and no two sessions are ever alike. It will therefore take nerves of steel to overcome what the spirits have in store.

Voice-activated terror

A unique element of this game involves the fact that secret doors and cursed ghosts will emerge if a player happens to speak a certain word while using a headset. Such a feature is rarely offered by other platforms within this genre.

Not for the faint of heart

Much like well-known classics, including Resident Evil Village, Demonologist combines suspense, action and psychological horror to deliver a mesmerizing experience. The fact that others can join in on the fun is a nice touch in terms of cooperative online gameplay.