X-Files (1998)
In The X-Files Game, players step into the shoes of FBI agent Craig Willmore during the timeline of the iconic series' third season. Tasked with locating missing agents Mulder and Scully, players use a variety of spy tools to uncover clues in the Everett, Washington area. Players will work with others to navigate a web of conspiracies and mysteries, with decisions affecting Willmore's perceptions and relationships. Featuring movie-quality video production and appearances by series stars, the game offers an immersive experience filled with point-and-click exploration, emotional interactions, and multiple endings shaped by player choices.
- Release date: 05-31-1998
- Developer: HyperBole Studios
- Publisher: Fox Interactive & Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
- Platforms: MacOS, PlayStation 1, Windows PC
- Not rated by: PEGI
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Animals & Wildlife
Dogs
Barking (very occasionally) but no dogs seen
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Parasites
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"Purity," also known as black oil, is an alien virus thriving in Earth's underground petroleum deposits. Dubbed "the black cancer" by the Russians, this sentient virus infiltrates humanoids through their eyes, mouth, nose, and ears, seizing control of their bodies. As the life force of alien colonists, it serves as a means of reproduction and conquest, infecting other races to expand their dominion across the universe.
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Rodents
Rat in opening scene
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Crime
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Explosions & Bombs
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There is a bomb in Gordon's Hauling on Day 3 (at night)
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Death & Loss
Death of Friend
Depending on choices
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It is possible to kill Mulder and lose the game. END GAME SPOILERS: Agent Cook dies at the end of the game.
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Missing Person(s)
FBI Agents Dana Scully and Fox Mulder are missing at the beginning of the game
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Disturbing Sounds & Sound Design
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Distorted Music
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There are multiple scenes where you must explore dark locations while ominous music and sound effects are played making these scenes creepy and suspenseful.
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Wet Sounds
When near water
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Drugs & Alcohol
Misc. Drugs & Alcohol Content
A character takes stolen (but legal) drugs, but no uses are shown
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Financial & Resource Management
Homelessness
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You will encounter a homeless man who has evidence you need on Day 4
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Gore
Blood
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Mild blood spatter
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Body Horror
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Once on board the Tarakan, you discover inverse shadows etched into walls — similar to the inverse shadows left by victims of the atomic bomb at Hiroshima. This is discussed more with Coroner Truitt on Day 3 of your investigation.
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Guts
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You will have to enter an autopsy room, look at/examine dead bodies, and view organs/tumors on autopsy trays.
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Hate & Discrimination
Racism
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Willmore asks Mr. Wong where he's originally from — not because of an accent but because of his appearance.
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Horror Themes
Aliens
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"Purity," also known as black oil, is an alien virus thriving in Earth's underground petroleum deposits. Dubbed "the black cancer" by the Russians, this sentient virus infiltrates humanoids through their eyes, mouth, nose, and ears, seizing control of their bodies. As the life force of alien colonists, it serves as a means of reproduction and conquest, infecting other races to expand their dominion across the universe.
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Infection Horror
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"Purity," also known as black oil, is an alien virus thriving in Earth's underground petroleum deposits. Dubbed "the black cancer" by the Russians, this sentient virus infiltrates humanoids through their eyes, mouth, nose, and ears, seizing control of their bodies. As the life force of alien colonists, it serves as a means of reproduction and conquest, infecting other races to expand their dominion across the universe.
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Jump Scares
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There are three "Game Over" scenes which include mild jump scares. Two from loud gunshot sounds when the player is suddenly and unexpectedly shot from behind, and another where the main characters dead body is suddenly shown landing on the ground with a loud ominous sound effect. While exploring the final location, there are mild jump scares when the player is suddenly ambushed by armed guards.
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Mind Control
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"Purity," also known as black oil, is an alien virus thriving in Earth's underground petroleum deposits. Dubbed "the black cancer" by the Russians, this sentient virus infiltrates humanoids through their eyes, mouth, nose, and ears, seizing control of their bodies. As the life force of alien colonists, it serves as a means of reproduction and conquest, infecting other races to expand their dominion across the universe.
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Possession
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"Purity," also known as black oil, is an alien virus thriving in Earth's underground petroleum deposits. Dubbed "the black cancer" by the Russians, this sentient virus infiltrates humanoids through their eyes, mouth, nose, and ears, seizing control of their bodies. As the life force of alien colonists, it serves as a means of reproduction and conquest, infecting other races to expand their dominion across the universe.
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Mental Health
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Misc. Mental Health
Paranoia
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Non-Sexual Abuse & Violence
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Phobias
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Hemophobia
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Mild blood spatter
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Megalophobia
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Very large shipping boat
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Misc. Phobias
Decidophobia (Fear of making decisions)
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Atomosophobia (Fear of atomic explosions), Electrophobia (Fear of electricity), Hoplophobia (Fear of firearms), Hylophobia (Fear of forests), Nucleomituphobia (fear of nuclear weapons), Nyctohylophobia (fear of dark wooded areas or of forests at night), Radiophobia (fear of radioactivity)
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Necrophobia
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Several dead bodies are seen. You will have to enter an autopsy room as well as look at/examine dead bodies.
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Nyctophobia
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There are multiple scenes where you must explore dark locations while ominous music and sound effects are played making these scenes creepy and suspenseful.
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Ommetaphobia
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"Purity" can cause a black, oil-like slick to appear in the eyes of the infected.
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Physical Health & Body Issues
Hospitalization
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When you find Scully (Day 4), she is in a hospital.
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Progressive Illness
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Wong was riddled with malignant tumors due to a massive carcinogenic exposure
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Sex & Erotica (Consensual)
Sexual Commentary
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At one point, you have the option to make a pass at a woman
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Traumatic Events
Structure Fire
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On Day 4, you enter a boxcar that recently experienced a fire.
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Violence in History
Reminiscent of Violent Historic Event
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Once on board the Tarakan, you discover inverse shadows etched into walls — similar to the inverse shadows left by victims of the atomic bomb at Hiroshima. This is discussed more with Coroner Truitt on Day 3 of your investigation.
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