, developed by Clock Wizard Games , entered the co-op horror scene on PC with a unique blend of investigation and banishment mechanics. While it initially generated buzz for its intense scares and high production value compared to its peers, the game's journey has been marked by technical potential met with community-led disappointment over its "abandoned" state. Core Gameplay: Banishment, Not Just Identification
Investigating "Haunt Chaser": The Rise and Stall of an Ambitious Horror Project Haunt Chaser
: Chasers utilize a mix of scientific and mystical tools, including EMF Readers for detection, specialized cameras for spectral vision, and the Proton Light , which emits high-energy blasts to temporarily banish ghosts. The Setting: The Hillfort Orphanage , developed by Clock Wizard Games , entered
: While the game was intended to have multiple "seasons" of content, development has largely ceased, leaving the game with bugs and limited map variety. The Setting: The Hillfort Orphanage : While the
: Featuring dug-up coffins and subterranean areas.
: Chasers must explore haunted locations like an orphanage in the village of Hillfort to save the souls of tormented children. This involves solving environmental puzzles, finding toy pieces, and ultimately destroying the entity’s "heart" at a final altar.