It Lurks!

It Lurks! follows Nate Hendricks, a down-on-his-luck private detective whose business is slow and bills are piling up. One evening, Doctor Offenhauser calls to hire him, offering few details but insisting the matter is urgent.

Explore the manor

You investigate a creepy manor as the story unfolds. Foreground walls become solid when Nate moves away from them and translucent when he approaches, helping you see into each area. Lighting effects shape the surroundings, while music and sound effects play throughout. Sounds such as a fireplace or ticking clocks grow louder as Nate nears their source and softer as he moves away.

Turn-based battles

Combat uses an interactive, turn-based system where quick reflexes and strategic choices can help you overcome dangerous foes. Nate can use a .38 Special, which fires quickly and deals heavy damage but has limited ammunition, or a combat knife for melee attacks. Skills and items also help in battle.