AdventureFit check
Is The Crooked Man worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Players interested in 2D horror-adventures with exploration elements
- Horror players who want action elements alongside exploration
- Players looking for a game with multiple endings
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking a game centered only on action may not want its combination of exploration and action elements
- Players who prefer one ending may not suit a game with multiple endings
- Players who avoid strong depictions of violence should consider other options
Our take on The Crooked Man
The defining detail is the investigation of a former apartment tenant, which draws David from strange events in his new home into a search for answers.
What is The Crooked Man?
Play as David Hoover, who has moved into a new apartment during a difficult period in his life.
After strange events begin occurring there, David asks about the former tenant but learns little. Compelled to find out more, he sets off in search of the man to find answers. The Crooked Man is a 2D horror-adventure featuring exploration and action elements. The game includes multiple endings and strong depictions of violence. It is the first title in the Strange Man series developed by Uri Games. Achievements and localization in multiple languages were added for the Steam release.
How The Crooked Man plays
- 01Multiple endings
- The game offers more than one ending.
- 02Exploration and action
- The 2D horror-adventure combines exploration with action elements.
- 03Violent content
- The game includes strong depictions of violence.
- 04Series first title
- The Crooked Man begins Uri Games’ Strange Man series.
- 05Added release features
- Achievements and localization in multiple languages were added for the Steam release.
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The Crooked Man: platforms & release
Is The Crooked Man worth it?
It is worth it if: players interested in 2D horror-adventures with exploration elements. Skip it if: players seeking a game centered only on action may not want its combination of exploration and action elements.
Where can I download The Crooked Man?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens The Crooked Man's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is The Crooked Man on?
Windows only.
