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.
American NTSC edition of Capcom's survival-horror, now one of the most expensive PS2 titles in the entire US library. A very limited late-2005 run, quiet distribution and heavy disposal of unsold stock created genuine scarcity, amplified by the cult status of the game and of Fiona. Loose prices dwarf the PAL version, and a complete copy in its North American case remains a grail for PS2 horror collecting across the Atlantic.
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.
