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The Occultist

Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5 • 2026

Should you play it?

The Occultist is a first-person narrative thriller. You play as Alan Rebels, a paranormal investigator who travels to an abandoned British island after his father's disappearance. Explore Godstone island, face supernatural entities, and uncover long-buried occult rituals.

What works

  • Atmospheric and immersive horror settings
  • Interesting occult powers and puzzle mechanics
  • Engaging narrative with supernatural mystery
  • High-quality voice acting and sound design
  • Well-crafted detailed environments

Things to keep in mind

  • Highly linear and scripted gameplay
  • Weak enemy ai and simplistic combat
  • Some technical issues and bugs reported
  • Limited replayability and progression depth
  • Some players find story and characters unengaging

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The Occultist: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Autonomy, Strategy, Experimenting, Competence. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Strategy, Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy.

Last update: 27/08/2026