haven't played alot of the game so far, got to the part where i have to build shelter. from what ive seen so far the game is kinda bare bones and lifeless, the enemies look cool, the game is so dark can't see the tip pop ups go by so fast i can't read them, they also pop up about stuff i don't have yet. the gun when aiming down sights sits at the bottom of the screen and i have to look up to aim it, like some have said the running seems like a faster walk, the looting i can live with, but the graphics are so mobile looking. i want to support the Dev on this because it looks like it would be a fun game, but as is right now i can't really sink my teeth in. i hope the Dev in the future works on the graphics a bit more and some of the other stuff i mentioned. ill probably come back to this title after a bit. till then i can't recommend this game
Hauntsville
- Release Date:
- Mar 10, 2025
- Developer:
- Michael Janisch
- Publisher:
- indie.io
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game

As a traveler without a name, you find yourself stranded in a ghost town on the frontier. Everyone is gone, including the hired hand and the horses supposed to carry you over the mountain. But the howling in the distance means that you won't be alone for soon. Better check your iron, partner, for it's the only thing between you and monsters that lurk everywhere in the Cursed West.
Hauntsville is a western horror survival game, set in the heyday of the American West. Stranded with just the clothes on your back (and up to three of your hopefully closest friends), you'll have to work the land to make it through the night. Build a homestead, search the haunted town for supplies or try to survive on what you can find in the wild, pursued by creatures straight from North American folklore!

The Cursed West: Set in a remote mountain village during the conquest of the American West, Hauntsville lets you experience this pivotal period in American history, fighting for your very life against the things in the dark.
Alone or with pardners: It wouldn't be the Wild West without a trusty partner at your side. Whether you're the good, the bad, or the ugly, Hauntsville can welcome up to four brave cowboys on the adventure of their lives!
Western survival: A cowboy won't make it far on their own. Build a homestead with trees cut down with your own axe. Delve into mines to bring up iron to smith into tools. Hunt animals to keep yourself fed. Or pack your iron and head into the haunted town to stock up - if you dare.
Day and night gameplay: The valley’s almost peaceful while the sun is up, allowing you to explore in relative safety. But everything changes come nightfall. Beasts lurk around every corner, looking to turn you into a trail snack. Surviving from dusk till dawn is an open question.
Dynamic weather: Every time you head out the weather might take a turn for the worse. A clear sky can turn gray, followed by a downpour that leaves you trapped in the mud. Up higher, you might be blindsided by a blizzard or disoriented by the sudden onset of night, exposing you to things that lurk in the dark.
Unpredictability: Hauntsville relies on these sophisticated dynamic systems to ensure that no two games are the same. You never know if a place that was once safe might turn out to be a monsters' nest the next time through, a rich claim you just staked won't be buried under mud or snow when you come back, or if a quick trip to get firewood won’t turn into a nail-biting fight for survival.
Authenticity: Every aspect of Hauntsville has been meticulously researched, from the Colts and Winchesters, through period-accurate architecture and clothing, to the very beings stalking you in the valley, drawn from the rich folklore of the American West and beyond.
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User Reviews
needs work fun if you have friends unlike me
While still very rough, I like the game. Building and crafting is easy, could have some QOL items changed, but overall a good time. The enemies are fun, the weapons simple but effective and fast travel really really helps. Great start to the game, look forward to seeing what happens further down the rails.
I"ve played a lot of game where there out too kill you. Bit this, this is beyond the pale. I have never played a game where a game tries so hard to kill a player because there beating the game. Never have I seen so much cheating by a game then this one. You bring in enemy after I guessed defeated "5" enemy so that you would defeat me. WTF!!!!! Not only I'm working with old weapons. not only it takes a looonnngggg time to reload said weapons, you enemy get to have free shots at me and do a lot of damage to me that there's no way for me to heal myself fast enough to live. Please GYST!!!!!!! I like the game, I like the idea you have, just please make it so a person can survive the next day.
Glitchy and it needs work. Still waiting on my refund.
really hope the dev fixes the jank and can turn this into something great because i have always wanted a game like this
Cool Game. better with friends. Pain in the ass to get into your own base without exterior stairs. Many deaths cause by this. So..be sure to figure that out first. Other than that...I havent found any real issues.
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1600@ 3. GHz or Intel Core i5-4460 @ 3.1 GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
- Storage: 10 GB available space
- Additional Notes: SSD, Please ensure the latest graphics card driver is installed for your GPU.
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X / Intel Core i7-9700K
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 8GB / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8GB
- Storage: 10 GB available space
- Additional Notes: SSD, Please ensure the latest graphics card driver is installed for your GPU.
FAQ
How much does Hauntsville cost?
Hauntsville costs $15.19. Currently 20% off!
What are the system requirements for Hauntsville?
Minimum: Minimum: OS: Windows 10 Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1600@ 3. GHz or Intel Core i5-4460 @ 3.1 GHz Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB Storage: 10 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD, Please ensure the latest graphics card driver is installed for your GPU. Recommended: Recommended: OS: Windows 10 Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X / Intel Core i7-9700K Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 8GB / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8GB Storage: 10 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD, Please ensure the latest graphics card driver is installed for your GPU.
What platforms is Hauntsville available on?
Hauntsville is available on Windows PC.
Is Hauntsville worth buying?
Hauntsville has 50% positive reviews from 10 players.
When was Hauntsville released?
Hauntsville was released on Mar 10, 2025.
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