The Thing (The Thing) PC [MEGA]

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Taking place after the events in John Carpenter's 1982 film, The Thing is a survival horror game set in an abandoned base somewhere in Antarctica. As part of the team sent to investigate what happened, the players are pitted against a powerful monster that […]


Taking place after the events in John Carpenter's 1982 film, The Thing is a survival horror game set in an abandoned base somewhere in Antarctica. As part of the team sent to investigate what happened, players are pitted against a powerful monster that can transform into the people it preys on. The game offers elements of action, puzzle solving, and exploration as players learn more about the creature that is hunting them.

Various characters can be interacted with as the game progresses, and their reaction can depend on how well the players respond to their stress. Weapons such as flamethrowers and machine guns can be used on enemies, or players can build their own weapons from parts found throughout the base. Puzzles found can be solved using more than one method, setting this game apart from others in the genre.

Characteristics:
* Features the song "After Me" by Saliva
* Multiple paths can be taken to resolve issues
* Emotions such as fear and trust must be managed while exploring the outpost
* Fight enemies using flamethrowers, rifles, explosives and more
* tutorial option and three different control schemes available

Minimum requirements:

Operating system: Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
Processor: Pentium 2 @ 400 MHz
Memory: 64MB
Hard Drive: 600MB free
Video memory: 16 MB
Sound card: DirectX compatible
DirectX: 8.0