Gothic Survival Horror with Local Co-op
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Join Victoria and Eleanor in a vampire-infested Victorian mansion. Solve environmental puzzles, conserve ammunition and healing items, and fight to survive alone or in local split-screen co-op.
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The Crimson Hunt turn off flashlight: Can You Toggle the Light?
Looking to turn off the flashlight in The Crimson Hunt? Here is the current status of the flashlight toggle and how lighting functions in the game.
Steam: Price, PC Specs, and Co-op Details
The Crimson Hunt Steam edition is available now for $9.59. Check official pricing, system requirements, split-screen co-op details, and player reviews.
Steam Deck: Performance and Compatibility
The Crimson Hunt runs on Steam Deck at 30-40 FPS on balanced settings. Here is the official compatibility status, performance details, and setup guide.
Victoria: Lore, Origins, and Ending Explained
Unpack Victoria in The Crimson Hunt, covering her vampire hunter origins, half-blood heritage, feud with Edmund Blackthornnene, and fate.
Stealth Takedowns & Smooth Hunter
Execute The Crimson Hunt stealth takedowns to eliminate enemies from behind, conserve ammunition, and unlock the Smooth Hunter achievement.
Release Date, Launch Pricing, and Delay Details
The Crimson Hunt release date arrived on October 6, 2026, on Steam after a brief review delay. Check launch pricing, discounts, and system specs.
Item Bugs: Inventory Glitches and Fixes
Encountering The Crimson Hunt item bugs? Here is how to handle inventory lock icons, disappearing ammo, chest duplication, and companion transfer errors.
Story: Full Plot, Lore, and Ending Explained
The Crimson Hunt story follows Victoria and Eleanor through Edmund Blackthornnene's mansion, leading to a dark revenge and a transformative vampire ending.
Parry Guide: Timing, Controls, and Parry Master
The Crimson Hunt parry mechanics require raising your guard right before an enemy strike hits. Learn key inputs, timing, and achievement farming tips.
Price: Steam Cost, Discounts, and Editions
The Crimson Hunt price is $11.99 on Steam, featuring an introductory 20% launch discount down to $9.59 alongside a free downloadable demo.
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Beginner Walkthrough Guide
Step-by-step solutions walk through mansion keys, mechanical gear puzzles, and catacomb navigation.
Mansion Safe Solution
The exact three-digit combination and symbol breakdown opens the early locked estate safe.
Split Screen Setup
Instructions detail couch co-op inputs, asymmetrical character abilities, and Steam Remote Play Together options.
Parry Combat Timing
Defensive blocking mechanics, counter windows, and tips help unlock the Parry Master achievement.
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Guides & References
Hard Difficulty Walkthrough & Guide
The Crimson Hunt hard difficulty walkthrough provides combat tips, safe puzzle solutions, and boss strategies to survive Farelas's survival horror game.
Walkthrough: Complete Chapter and Puzzle Guide
Follow this step-by-step The Crimson Hunt walkthrough to solve mansion puzzles, defeat the Vampire Golem and Edmund, and complete the game.
Demo: Gameplay, Features, and Survival Guide
The Crimson Hunt demo delivers classic third-person vampire survival horror with co-op action, intricate puzzles, and resource management.
Download: PC Platforms, Demo, and Requirements
The Crimson Hunt download is available on PC via Steam with a free demo option. Check official pricing, system requirements, and installation details.
Price: Steam Cost, Discounts, and Editions
The Crimson Hunt price is $11.99 on Steam, featuring an introductory 20% launch discount down to $9.59 alongside a free downloadable demo.
Release Date, Launch Pricing, and Delay Details
The Crimson Hunt release date arrived on October 6, 2026, on Steam after a brief review delay. Check launch pricing, discounts, and system specs.
Steam: Price, PC Specs, and Co-op Details
The Crimson Hunt Steam edition is available now for $9.59. Check official pricing, system requirements, split-screen co-op details, and player reviews.
Review: Vampire Survival Horror Jank and Charm
The Crimson Hunt review breaks down Farelas's indie vampire survival horror game, analyzing its co-op gameplay, combat, story, and technical bugs.
Remote Play Co-op: How to Play and Setup
The Crimson Hunt remote play co-op lets you play online via Steam Remote Play Together. Here is how split-screen works, setup steps, and known bugs.
Split Screen Co-op: Setup, Roles, and Bug Fixes
The Crimson Hunt split screen co-op lets two players explore a gothic mansion locally. Here is how couch play, roles, and Remote Play setup work.
The Crimson Hunt safe puzzle solution: Code and Riddle Guide
Find The Crimson Hunt safe puzzle solution with the exact combination code and symbol breakdown for the early mansion safe puzzle by Farelas.
Big Bat Boss Fight: Boat Chase Guide
Beat The Crimson Hunt big bat boss fight and survive the high-speed boat escape sequence without taking collision damage.
Edmund Boss Fight: Complete Strategy Guide
Beat Edmund Blackthornnene in The Crimson Hunt with phase breakdown strategies, weapon tips, and steps for the no-damage Phase 1 achievement.
Parry Guide: Timing, Controls, and Parry Master
The Crimson Hunt parry mechanics require raising your guard right before an enemy strike hits. Learn key inputs, timing, and achievement farming tips.
Stealth Takedowns & Smooth Hunter
Execute The Crimson Hunt stealth takedowns to eliminate enemies from behind, conserve ammunition, and unlock the Smooth Hunter achievement.
Eleanor: Character Story, Ending, and Co-op Role
The Crimson Hunt Eleanor guide covers her complete story arc, companion mechanics alongside Victoria, and her fate in the vampire horror game's ending.
Ending Explained: Victoria and Eleanor's Fate
The Crimson Hunt ending sees Victoria defeat Edmund Blackthornnene and make a dark sacrifice to save Eleanor. Here is the full story and lore breakdown.
Story: Full Plot, Lore, and Ending Explained
The Crimson Hunt story follows Victoria and Eleanor through Edmund Blackthornnene's mansion, leading to a dark revenge and a transformative vampire ending.
Victoria: Lore, Origins, and Ending Explained
Unpack Victoria in The Crimson Hunt, covering her vampire hunter origins, half-blood heritage, feud with Edmund Blackthornnene, and fate.
Co-Op Bugs: Known Glitches and Workarounds
Encountering The Crimson Hunt co-op bugs? Here are the known split-screen softlocks, controller conflicts, inventory glitches, and workarounds.
Controller Not Working: Fixes and Known Bugs
Fix The Crimson Hunt controller not working bugs, including input locking to Player 2, Remote Play conflicts, and developer patch updates.
Item Bugs: Inventory Glitches and Fixes
Encountering The Crimson Hunt item bugs? Here is how to handle inventory lock icons, disappearing ammo, chest duplication, and companion transfer errors.
Steam Deck: Performance and Compatibility
The Crimson Hunt runs on Steam Deck at 30-40 FPS on balanced settings. Here is the official compatibility status, performance details, and setup guide.
The Crimson Hunt turn off flashlight: Can You Toggle the Light?
Looking to turn off the flashlight in The Crimson Hunt? Here is the current status of the flashlight toggle and how lighting functions in the game.
The Game at a Glance
What is The Crimson Hunt?
The Crimson Hunt is an indie third-person survival horror game developed and published by Farelas, released on PC on October 6, 2026. Players control Victoria, a half-blood vampire hunter on a revenge mission, alongside Eleanor, a rescued captive escaping an ancient estate ruled by Edmund Blackthornnene.
A standard playthrough takes two to four hours across three story chapters. Survival requires managing scarce ammunition, parrying strikes, blinding UV-sensitive creatures, solving mechanical puzzles, and coordinating either solo with an AI partner or through local split-screen co-op.
Explore All Guides- Developer
- Farelas
- Platform
- Windows PC
- Genre
- Action / Adventure / Indie
- Release Date
- Oct 6, 2026
- Local Players
- 1–2
- Positive Steam Reviews
- 82% (29 reviews)
- Supported Languages
- 11
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Beginner Guide
Manage scarce ammunition and healing supplies while exploring the mansion. Use positioning, weapons, and tools in third-person combat, and inspect environmental mechanisms to progress.
Locate Eleanor in the estate bedroom, unlock the library with the Library Key, and retrieve the Cutting Pliers.
Cut the chained doorway, retrieve the Gear Mechanism in the studio, and align playing card suits to unlock the West Wing.
Collect the Sawed-off Shotgun and Statue Head from the West Wing, place the head on the parlor mantel, and descend the chimney.
More details
Align animal levers to drain the flooded dungeon, defeat the animated stone guardians, and survive the Vampire Golem.
Co-op
Play the full story in local split-screen co-op, with Steam Remote Play Together also supported. Both players can equip any weapon, while the second character has additional passive tools for stunning enemies or avoiding combat.
Two players can complete the full story campaign cooperatively on a single PC using gamepads or a keyboard and controller setup.
Victoria acts as the primary combatant with lethal firearms, while Eleanor supports using the UV flashlight to blind and stun foes.
Both characters can equip any discovered weapon, but quest items and ammunition are tracked individually in personal inventory slots.
More details
Online co-op requires the host to stream gameplay via Steam Remote Play Together because dedicated online netcode is absent.
Demo, Download and Price
The game launched on Steam on October 6, 2026, and a demo is available. Access the official Steam download and check current regional pricing.
The game retails for $11.99 on Steam as a standalone digital purchase with no microtransactions, deluxe editions, or paid DLC.
A 20% introductory discount reduced the launch price to $9.59 through October 20, 2026.
Valve hosts a free playable demo under App ID 4662870, covering the opening mansion chapter and puzzle systems.
System Requirements
Check the minimum and recommended Windows specifications before installing. Both configurations list 16 GB RAM, DirectX 12, and 20 GB of available storage.
The title requires a 64-bit Windows 10 operating system, with Windows 11 recommended.
Minimum CPU demands specify an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600, while an i7-10510 or Ryzen 5 3600 is recommended.
Systems require an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580 running DirectX 12, with 16 GB RAM and 20 GB storage.
Patch Notes
The October 7 hotfix improves performance and loading times and fixes an error that made Windows report the game as unresponsive. It also adds a clearer clue for the safe puzzle.
An early patch reduced scene transition loading times and resolved an issue where Windows flagged the game as unresponsive.
Developer Farelas updated visual indicators directly on the early mansion safe to make the 5-1-7 riddle easier to solve.
Patches removed co-op friendly fire and enhanced companion AI behavior to prevent Eleanor from idling during objectives.
More details
Alternate character costumes were postponed past launch to preserve build stability and will arrive in a future update.
Characters and Story
Follow vampire hunter Victoria and escaped captive Eleanor through a mansion inhabited by vampires and ghouls. Their uneasy alliance develops as they confront ancient mechanisms and the horrors inside.
Victoria is revealed to be a half-blood dhampir seeking vengeance against Edmund for murdering her parents.
Eleanor is an abducted artist who uses her practical skills to survive while challenging Victoria's vengeful obsession.
Edmund Blackthornnene is an ancient vampire lord who abducts mortals for blood rituals and rules the estate.
More details
After defeating Edmund, Victoria saves the mortally wounded Eleanor by biting her neck and turning her into a vampire.
Quick Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Crimson Hunt?
The Crimson Hunt is an indie third-person survival horror game created by Farelas that follows vampire hunter Victoria and captive Eleanor escaping a gothic Victorian estate.
Does The Crimson Hunt feature online multiplayer co-op?
The game natively supports local split-screen co-op on PC, meaning online play is only possible using Steam Remote Play Together or screen-sharing software.
What is the price of The Crimson Hunt on Steam?
The game has a standard base price of $11.99 on Steam, with an introductory 20% launch discount reducing it to $9.59.
What is the safe combination in The Crimson Hunt?
The code for the early mansion safe puzzle is 5 1 7, derived from symbols located directly on the safe mechanism.
Is The Crimson Hunt playable on Steam Deck?
While its official Steam Deck verification status is Unknown, community testing confirms the game runs smoothly at 30 to 40 FPS on balanced settings.
Can you manually turn off the flashlight in The Crimson Hunt?
No, the standard exploration flashlight cannot be turned off, as there is no keybind or setting to toggle it.
Where will you start?
Start with the walkthrough, solve the mansion’s puzzles, or learn how to play in local split-screen co-op.
The Crimson Hunt · Platform: Windows PC · Developer: Farelas
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Review: Vampire Survival Horror Jank and Charm
The Crimson Hunt review breaks down Farelas's indie vampire survival horror game, analyzing its co-op gameplay, combat, story, and technical bugs.
Demo: Gameplay, Features, and Survival Guide
The Crimson Hunt demo delivers classic third-person vampire survival horror with co-op action, intricate puzzles, and resource management.
Split Screen Co-op: Setup, Roles, and Bug Fixes
The Crimson Hunt split screen co-op lets two players explore a gothic mansion locally. Here is how couch play, roles, and Remote Play setup work.
Steam Deck: Performance and Compatibility
The Crimson Hunt runs on Steam Deck at 30-40 FPS on balanced settings. Here is the official compatibility status, performance details, and setup guide.
Price: Steam Cost, Discounts, and Editions
The Crimson Hunt price is $11.99 on Steam, featuring an introductory 20% launch discount down to $9.59 alongside a free downloadable demo.
Eleanor: Character Story, Ending, and Co-op Role
The Crimson Hunt Eleanor guide covers her complete story arc, companion mechanics alongside Victoria, and her fate in the vampire horror game's ending.
Story: Full Plot, Lore, and Ending Explained
The Crimson Hunt story follows Victoria and Eleanor through Edmund Blackthornnene's mansion, leading to a dark revenge and a transformative vampire ending.
Steam: Price, PC Specs, and Co-op Details
The Crimson Hunt Steam edition is available now for $9.59. Check official pricing, system requirements, split-screen co-op details, and player reviews.
Download: PC Platforms, Demo, and Requirements
The Crimson Hunt download is available on PC via Steam with a free demo option. Check official pricing, system requirements, and installation details.
Controller Not Working: Fixes and Known Bugs
Fix The Crimson Hunt controller not working bugs, including input locking to Player 2, Remote Play conflicts, and developer patch updates.