Penumbra Overture

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About this game

Penumbra:Overture is a first person survival horror game, emphasizing on survival and problem solving instead of mindless violence and gore.

Played from a first person perspective and powered by a 3D engine utilising cutting edge technology, Penumbra is a substantial advancement of the genre. The unique physics system allows for true environmental interaction in a way not possible in other games. The player can open drawers, pull levers, pick up objects and now manipulate those objects in 3D space - all using natural mouse movements, creating a highly interactive and immersive game world.

Penumbra will put players on edge like never before as they explore ominous and mysterious environments, the unknown awaiting them behind every corner. The world is detailed both in terms of graphical fidelity and narrative character - Penumbra is a horrific experience that will grip players from its opening thrills to its chilling denouement. • Detailed and atmospheric environments. • State of the art interaction system. • Thrilling blend of puzzles and action. • Dark secrets to be discovered.

System requirements

Windows

OS
XP/Vista
Processor
1.0 Ghz
Memory
256MB(XP)
Graphics
Radeon 8500 / Geforce 3(MX4 Not supported)
Hard Drive
800MB Free Space
Sound
Soundblaster compatible

macOS

OS
OS X 10.7.5 - 10.15.0 This product is not compatiable with macOS 10.15 Catalina or later.
Processor
2.0Ghz
Memory
1024MB
Graphics
Radeon 9600/GeForce 4 (GeForce4MX not supported, Integrated graphics might not work.)
Hard Drive
2.0GB

Linux / SteamOS

OS
Linux Ubuntu 12.04 or newer, 32-bit libraries must be installed
Processor
2.0Ghz
Memory
1024MB
Graphics
Radeon 9600/GeForce 4 (GeForce4MX not supported, Integrated graphics might not work.)
Hard Drive
2.0GB

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73 / 100

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Age rating16+

Languages

English

Developer
Frictional Games
Publisher
Frictional Games
Release
  • ReleaseMar 6, 2009

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