The Scourge is a first-person horror game deeply imbued with Vietnamese cultural identity, developed by Rare Reversee and Beaztek Studio. The game is scheduled to be released on October 23, 2024, on the Steam platform, with a full Vietnamese version from interface to voice acting.


The story takes place in Saigon in the 1990s, a time when society was undergoing transformation. The main character Huy lives in an old apartment building, where a mysterious epidemic is occurring. He frequently experiences nightmares about the past and has to face a sinister force that is watching him.

The game builds a horror atmosphere through psychological and supernatural elements. Players will encounter strange shadows, hear eerie whispers, and witness many unexplained phenomena. All are based on Vietnamese urban ghost stories.

Regarding gameplay, The Scourge focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving. Players must search for clues, collect items, and solve complex puzzles to uncover the secrets of the building. Each player decision will affect the story's progression and the character's fate.

Cultural elements are expressed through many details such as urban architecture, household items, and customs of that time. The game also incorporates folk beliefs such as ancestor worship, talismans, and many forms of ghosts in Vietnamese culture.

The in-game sound is meticulously designed with tense music, vivid environmental sounds, and professional voice acting. Footsteps echoing in dark corridors, eerie whispers, or children's laughter at midnight contribute to creating a chilling atmosphere.

The Scourge emphasizes humanity when exploring themes of sin, forgiveness, and redemption. The game is not merely a horror experience but also an inner journey, helping players reflect on the profound values of life.




