Condemned: Criminal Origins
Oct 29, 2012 14 years ago
Investigate crime scenes, collect evidence, and bring to light the murderers terrorizing the city as Detective Ethan Thomas. With danger lurking around every corner, you’ll need whatever weapons you can find to stay alive. What twists the mind of an ordinary human into a serial killer? Assigned to the Serial Crimes Unit, Agent Ethan Thomas must answer this question, and bring the worst of society to justice. His solve rate is the best in the bureau....perhaps too good.
What it’s like
Condemned: Criminal Origins delivers a visceral, first-person survival horror experience defined by its oppressive atmosphere and brutal, weighty melee combat. You embody Detective Ethan Thomas, an FBI profiler investigating a serial killer in a decaying urban landscape that feels authentically grimy and dangerous. The core loop balances tense forensic investigation with heart-pounding close-quarters brawls where improvised weapons feel heavy and impactful. The narrative unfolds through a psychological lens, utilizing an unreliable narrator to blur the lines between reality and hallucination, creating a sense of paranoia that permeates every moment. While the story is compelling and the tone relentlessly dark, the experience is short and linear. It prioritizes intense, focused moments of dread and action over expansive world-building or complex narrative branching, offering a concentrated burst of adrenaline rather than a sprawling epic.
Strong in Atmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCombatGameplay / MechanicsDifficulty / ChallengePacingStory / Narrative
Keep in mind The game is notably short, often completing in under ten hours, which may feel unsatisfying to players seeking long-form content. Additionally, the combat can feel punishingly difficult and clunky for those who prefer precision shooting or modern, smoother action mechanics.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xbox 360 | Worldwide | Full release | Dec 02, 200521 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Oct 29, 201214 years ago |
