Description

"Escape from Monster Manor" is a first-person shooter video game developed by Studio 3DO and released in 1993 for the Panasonic 3DO. Set in a haunted manor filled with a host of supernatural creatures, the game challenges players to navigate through twelve levels of eerie corridors and rooms, searching for pieces of a talisman needed to banish a gathering evil. As players traverse the spooky manor, they encounter various ghosts and monsters that they must defeat using a variety of weapons, with the primary weapon being energy blasts from their hands. The game is noted for its atmospheric graphics and sound, which effectively contribute to an immersive and creepy gaming experience.

The game stood out at the time for utilizing the advanced capabilities of the 3DO system, showcasing rich 3D environments and detailed textures that were impressive for its era. This title also incorporated actual digitized photos to create textured walls and effects, adding a layer of realism to the horror-themed gameplay. "Escape from Monster Manor" helped demonstrate the potential of the 3DO as a new gaming platform, although the console itself struggled to gain a widespread audience. The game also featured an eerie soundtrack and environmental sounds that heightened the tension, making it a memorable example of early 90s horror video game genre.