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Is Alan Sharp worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Fans of detective fiction who want a murder investigation with a developed story
- Horror players who enjoy psychological tension and uncertainty
- Puzzle fans who want to search objects and speak with the town’s folk during an investigation
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players looking for sustained combat, which is not among the described gameplay activities
- Players seeking a light tone rather than psychological horror and threats
- Players who prefer to carry usable items without a stated limit
Our take on Alan Sharp
The emphasis on investigation and psychological horror leaves less room for action-focused play. Progress centers on examining objects, solving puzzles, conversations, and hiding from danger, while usable items are limited to a restricted amount.
What is Alan Sharp?
Alan Sharp is a detective mystery and psychological horror game centered on a murder investigation in Beggers Hole.
The prologue follows Sam Whithers, a young detective and former assistant to Alan Sharp, through events before Alan arrives at the crime scene. Players later take the role of Alan, a retired private detective drawn into a case involving a murdered boy, missing parents, rumors of madness, and strange occurrences at the Regan family home. Gameplay combines exploration, searching objects for clues, conversations with the town’s folk, puzzles, journal entries, and limited storage for usable objects in a briefcase.
As danger follows, players may need to find a place to hide. Areas to explore include streets, a forest, a beach, and mysterious corridors.
How Alan Sharp plays
- 01Limited Item Storage
- The number of usable objects that can be carried is restricted, with a briefcase available for keeping items for later.
- 02Investigation Journal
- Players can review recorded information when they need a reminder or are deciding what to do next.
- 03Multiple Areas
- Exploration includes streets, a forest, a beach, and strange corridors.
- 04Hiding From Danger
- Survival can require finding a place to hide when a threat follows.
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Alan Sharp: platforms & release
Is Alan Sharp worth it?
It is worth it if: fans of detective fiction who want a murder investigation with a developed story. Skip it if: players looking for sustained combat, which is not among the described gameplay activities.
Where can I download Alan Sharp?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Alan Sharp's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Alan Sharp on?
Windows only.
