Fatal Frame

Overview

Fatal Frame is a survival horror video game developed by Tecmo for PlayStation 2. The first entry in the Fatal Frame series, it was published by Tecmo in Japan (2001) and North America (2002), and by Wanadoo Edition in Europe in 2002. An expanded Xbox port was published by Tecmo in 2002 in North America (2002) and Japan (2003), and by Microsoft Game Studios in Europe in 2003. The story follows Miku Hinasaki, a spiritually-sensitive girl exploring the haunted Himuro Mansion in search of her brother Mafuyu. Gameplay follows Miku as she explores the Mansion, solving puzzles and fighting hostile ghosts using a mystical camera.

Development began after the PlayStation 2 hardware was introduced to Tecmo. The concept was created by Makoto Shibata, who acted as director. He and producer Keisuke Kikuchi wanted to create the scariest gaming experience possible. Its atmosphere was inspired by Japanese horror and war movies, although some parts were cut due to graphic content. In North America, the game was marketed as being based on a true story. The game received generally positive reviews for its atmosphere and main gameplay mechanic, while the port drew praise for its improved visuals. A sequel, Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly, was released in 2003.

Official trailer

Trailer. Watch on YouTube

Gameplay

Fatal Frame Full HD 1080p Longplay Walkthrough Gameplay No Commentary, SHN Survival Horror Network. Watch on YouTube

Screenshots

Game details

Genres

Adventure

Developer

Tecmo

Publisher

Wanadoo Edition, Tecmo

Series

Fatal Frame

Platforms

PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2

Age rating

ESRB T

Modes

Single player

Yes

Local multiplayer

No

Online multiplayer

No

Co op

No

Age ratings

USK

16

CERO

C

GRAC

19+

ESRB

T

Release dates

Playable today

Playable offline todayYes

Single-player only, with no online features.

Online

Plays offlineYes

Credits

Region

US