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Demonologist

Demonologist

Demonologist is a Co-Op horror game that can be played with at least 1 and up to 4 players. Your goal is to identify the type of evil spirit in cursed places and exorcise it using your equipment, either alone or with your team.

85%
Very Positive
DeveloperClock Wizard Games
PublisherClock Wizard Games
Release DateSep 25, 2023
$19.99
Peak Players8.7K
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
Indie
AI Review Summary

Demonologist is a high-fidelity cooperative horror game that many players find significantly scarier and more visually impressive than Phasmophobia. While it introduces engaging mechanics like ghost exorcism, the experience is currently hindered by severe technical instability and performance issues on older hardware. Recent sentiment is also affected by the controversial use of generative AI and concerns regarding the developer's long-term commitment to the project.

Pros

  • Atmospheric and genuinely frightening jump scares that surpass genre competitors.90%
  • High-quality graphics and visual polish, particularly following the v2.0 remastered update.85%
  • Unique exorcism mechanics that add a challenging second phase to the investigation gameplay.80%
  • Strong cooperative gameplay loop that is highly enjoyable when playing with friends.80%
  • Immersive environmental design and lore that keeps the paranormal investigation interesting.70%

Cons

  • Frequent multiplayer connectivity issues and game crashes that can make the game unplayable.85%
  • Poor optimization for older hardware, with recent updates reportedly 'bricking' the game for some users.75%
  • Controversial use of generative AI for in-game assets such as achievement art.70%
  • Perceived lack of developer focus and fears of project abandonment in favor of other titles.70%
  • Slow and grindy leveling system that makes progression feel painful.60%

Notable Mentions

  • The v2.0 Remastered update significantly overhauled the graphics but increased hardware requirements.
  • Players frequently compare the difficulty and scare factor favorably against Phasmophobia.
  • There is significant community backlash regarding the developer plugging other games within the news feed.
Confidence: 93%
Based on the 119 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Sep 5, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
427
Peak · last 90 days
1.1K
All-time peak
8.7K

Price

Current price
$19.99
Lowest tracked
$5.99since Jan 19, 2026

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
73%
All-time positive
85%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews24.4K
Positive: 20.8K (85%)Negative: 3.6K (15%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

25h

Avg Playtime at Review

73%

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