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Adventure · NOVAK STUDIOS

When The Devil Takes Hold

When The Devil Takes Hold
Mature content
Windows
Mixed · 67% of 60
DeveloperNOVAK STUDIOS
Wait for a sale Chip's verdict · US updated 21 days ago

No real discount right now, sitting 100% of the way from its all-time low to full price. One to watch rather than buy today.

Why this verdict
Price position between all-time low and full price 100%
All-time low $2.39 · 12d ago
Player reviews 67% positive of 60
Quality score 67/100
Value score 0/100

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About this game

What this game is, in the developer's words

When The Devil Takes Hold is a first-person psychological horror game. Step into the shoes of James Davidson, a fearless content creator whose search for views leads him to a cursed location. Explore the haunted grounds and solve puzzles to uncover the dark past.


When The Devil Takes Hold is a singleplayer psychological-horror game.



You are James Davidson, a fearless content creator who specializes in exploring abandoned, creepy places and capturing every unnatural detail. Your adventurous spirit and insatiable curiosity have earned you a large and dedicated following on your social media channels.

One day, one of your viewers sends you a message suggesting that you visit a remote location in South Carolina for your next trip. Despite your initial skepticism, the mysterious aura surrounding this place piques your interest, and you decide to take a closer look.

Upon your arrival, you quickly discover that this location has a dark and sinister history. A family once lived here, but they were brutally murdered, and their daughter's body was never found. The locals whisper that the place is cursed and that the spirits of the murdered family members still haunt the grounds.

Determined to uncover the truth, you venture deeper into the location, armed with your camera and a thirst for adventure. But as you delve deeper into the dark and creepy environment, you soon realize that there is more to this place than meets the eye. The spirits of the murdered family members are not as harmless as you initially thought.



  • Night vision camera
    In poorly lit areas, you'll have access to a night vision camera, allowing you to see as clearly as you would in daylight.
  • Saves and Progression
    You can take a break from the game at any time and not lose your progress, as it automatically saves your progress.
  • Enemy AI
    Your enemy will use advanced AI to track and pursue you, making for a thrilling and unpredictable experience.
  • Inventory Management
    Throughout the game, you'll need to gather items such as keys and notes to increase your chances of success. The inventory system will help you keep track of everything you've collected.

The average time to complete the game is around 1 hour

Media

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Price intelligence

Accepted price history and the lows that matter

Historical lows
All-time low ATL $2.39 2026-07-04
3-month low $2.39
12-month low $2.39
Current $3.99
Price events From the accepted price history · updates automatically
Jul 14, 2026
Sale ended · back to $3.99
Jul 4, 2026
New all-time low $2.39

When The Devil Takes Hold price history and best deals

When The Devil Takes Hold for PC currently sells from $3.99 at authorized stores. Its all-time low is $2.39, set on 2026-07-04.

Frequently asked questions

Answered from this game's own price and edition data

Should I buy When The Devil Takes Hold now or wait?
Our verdict is wait. At 100% of the way to full price, it usually drops harder in seasonal sales, so patience tends to pay.
Is $3.99 a good price for When The Devil Takes Hold?
$3.99 sits 100% of the way from the all-time low of $2.39 to the full price. It has been cheaper before, so there is room to wait.
Where can I buy When The Devil Takes Hold?
When The Devil Takes Hold is tracked at steam. We only list authorized stores here and always link out with a clean outbound link.
Scores
Steam reviews Mixed · 67%
67% positive of 60
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Tech
Requirements
System requirements platform
Minimum
Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: Windows 7, 8, 10 (64 bit)
  • Processor: Intel i5 / AMD equivalent
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 1 GB Video RAM
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 8 GB available space
Recommended
Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Minimum
Minimum:
  • OS: 10.14
  • Processor: Intel i5 / equivalent
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 2GB Video RAM
  • Storage: 8 GB available space
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        Facts
        DeveloperNOVAK STUDIOS
        PublisherNOVAK STUDIOS
        GenresAdventure · Indie
        ModesSingle-player
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