The Evil Within
by Tango Gameworks · published by Bethesda Softworks
Released October 14, 2014 on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
About The Evil Within
The Evil Within embodies the meaning of pure survival horror. Highly-crafted environments, horrifying anxiety, and an intricate story are combined to create an immersive world that will bring you to the height of tension. With limited resources at your disposal, you’ll fight for survival and experience profound fear in this perfect blend of horror and action.
While investigating the scene of a gruesome mass murder, Detective Sebastian Castellanos and his partners encounter a mysterious and powerful force. After seeing the slaughter of fellow officers, Sebastian is ambushed and knocked unconscious. When he awakens, he finds himself in a deranged world where hideous creatures wander among the dead. Facing unimaginable terror and fighting for survival, Sebastian embarks on a frightening journey to unravel what’s behind this evil force.
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PC system requirements
Official specs from Steam
Minimum
| OS * | 64-bit Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8.1 |
|---|---|
| Processor | i7 or an equivalent with four plus core processor |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GTX 460 or equivalent 1 GB VRAM card |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 50 GB available space |
Recommended
| OS * | 64-bit Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8.1 |
|---|---|
| Processor | i7 with four plus cores |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 670 or equivalent with 4GBs of VRAM |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 50 GB available space |
The Evil Within FAQ
When did The Evil Within come out?
The Evil Within was released on October 14, 2014 for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Is The Evil Within on PlayStation 5?
No. The Evil Within has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Is The Evil Within on Xbox Series X|S?
No. The Evil Within has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Is The Evil Within on Nintendo Switch 2?
No. The Evil Within has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Who is making The Evil Within?
The Evil Within is developed by Tango Gameworks and published by Bethesda Softworks.
Is The Evil Within multiplayer?
No. The Evil Within is single player only.
How much does The Evil Within cost?
The Evil Within costs $19.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.
Is The Evil Within good?
Steam players rate it "Very Positive" — 85% of 33,833 reviews are positive. Critics average 75/100.
What are the minimum PC requirements for The Evil Within?
The minimum GPU is GTX 460 or equivalent 1 GB VRAM card. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our The Evil Within system requirements page.
