Alone in the Dark, one of the first 3D survival horror video games, was released by Infogrames for MS-DOS and Macintosh platforms, pioneering the survival horror genre.
The early 1990s saw the rise of 3D graphics in video games, setting the stage for Alone in the Dark's innovative use of 3D polygonal characters over pre-rendered backgrounds.
The development of Alone in the Dark by Infogrames under the leadership of Frédérick Raynal, creating a game that blended horror storytelling with technological advancements.
In ancient times, the goddess Derceto curses the island, leading to the creation of dark forces and malevolent entities that haunt the mansion and surrounding lands.
A grand mansion is built on Shadow Island over the ruins of an ancient temple dedicated to Derceto.
The former occupant of the mansion mysteriously dies, reportedly driven mad by the dark forces within the house.
Private investigator Edward Carnby arrives at the Derceto mansion to investigate the strange occurrences and disappearances rumored around the island.
As Carnby explores the mansion, dark supernatural entities awaken due to disturbance in the ancient temple beneath.
Carnby uncovers that Professor Armond Kemp, a previous explorer, has been corrupted by dark forces and transformed into a monstrous entity.
Edward Carnby confronts and defeats the corrupted Professor Kemp to halt the spread of darkness.
Using ancient artifacts and knowledge, Carnby seals the temple to contain the malevolent forces threatening the world.
After sealing the evil, Carnby escapes the island, leaving the mansion behind shrouded in mystery once again.
