Until Dawn
Until Dawn

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Until Dawn

2020
TV Show
Canceled
1 Season
French

France’s funniest comics carry out ghastly tasks as they try to outlast -- and outwit -- one another while overnighting in haunted locations.

Insights

IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic80/100
Google Users88%
Director: Larry FessendenGenres: Slasher, Interactive Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

Eighteen months after the mysterious disappearance of their friends, Sam, Mike, Josh, Emily, and Matt return to the remote mountain lodge where the tragedy occurred. As they try to find closure, they become trapped by a blizzard and hunted by a relentless killer. The group must make difficult choices to survive the night, discovering that not all of them may be who they seem.

Critical Reception

Until Dawn was widely praised for its engaging narrative, strong performances, and effective horror atmosphere, especially noted for its innovation in the interactive drama genre and its success in blending cinematic presentation with player choice. It was a commercial success, becoming a PlayStation 4 bestseller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling story and branching narrative that genuinely impacts the outcome.

  • Commended for its effective jump scares and atmospheric horror, reminiscent of classic slasher films.

  • Lauded for strong character development and impressive visual presentation.

Google audience: Players enjoyed the thrilling horror experience and the feeling that their choices truly mattered. Many appreciated the suspenseful plot and the ability to shape the story's outcome, leading to high replayability.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Performance at The Game Awards 2015 for Brett Dalton. Received several nominations and awards from gaming publications for its storytelling and horror elements.

Fun Fact

The game's butterfly effect mechanic, where player choices have unforeseen consequences, was inspired by the concept of chaos theory.

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