Capcom survival horror where Fiona, accompanied by her dog Hewie, flees a haunted mansion. The panic-based evasion mechanic and bond with the animal are original and moving. Oppressive gothic atmosphere and constant tension make it a standout experience.
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A Capcom survival horror released in 2005, a spiritual successor to Demento. Fiona, a young woman held captive in a remote castle, must flee a succession of pursuers, accompanied by her German Shepherd Hewie. No weapons: everything is built around fleeing, observation and the bond with the dog.
European PAL edition of Capcom's survival-horror (Demento in Japan), multilingual with French, German, Spanish and Italian text alongside English, making it the most accessible version for continental players. A modest late-life PS2 print run and a growing cult around Fiona and her dog Hewie have built lasting demand. Far less ruinous than the American NTSC release, it offers full localization, a genuine draw for European collectors.
Is Haunting Ground still worth playing in 2026?
A Capcom survival horror known in the West as Haunting Ground, Demento has a young woman flee while hunted through a labyrinthine castle, accompanied by a shepherd dog that helps her defend herself and solve puzzles. The panic system, where fear affects the controls, and the tension of being stalked by relentless pursuers create a constant, singular dread. The fixed cameras and an uneven pace have aged. An original survival horror to recommend for genre fans and lovers of oppressive gothic atmosphere.
