The Lurking Horror

Step into the unsettling world of The Lurking Horror, a classic text adventure from the legendary Infocom. Originally released in 1987, this chilling interactive fiction puts you in the shoes of a computer science student at a prestigious university (strongly implied to be MIT) during a brutal snowstorm. Your simple task of completing a term paper quickly devolves into a terrifying ordeal as you uncover a sinister, otherworldly presence beneath the campus. Navigate dark tunnels, encounter bizarre characters, and solve intricate puzzles, all while trying to survive the unspeakable horrors that lurk in the shadows. With its atmospheric prose and challenging design, The Lurking Horror offers a truly immersive and frightening experience that pushes the boundaries of imagination. Are you brave enough to face what lies beneath?