The Medium

What You Actually Do

In The Medium, you play as Marianne, a medium who is affected by visions and can live and interact across the real world and the spirit world. The game is presented from a third-person perspective and centers on exploring an abandoned hotel resort that became the site of an unthinkable tragedy many years ago.

Your main activities are investigating this dark mystery, using psychic abilities to solve puzzles that span both worlds, and uncovering disturbing secrets. The dual-world perspective is central to how Marianne understands what she encounters: the same situation can have another side, and the game presents truth as more complicated than it first appears. You must also survive encounters with The Maw, a monster born from an unspeakable tragedy.

Who Will Enjoy It

This is likely to suit players looking for a single-player adventure shaped by horror, mystery, thriller, and action themes. It may appeal especially to players who enjoy investigating unsettling places, following a disturbing mystery, and solving puzzles through a character with access to two connected worlds.

The game is a focused choice for someone who prefers third-person psychological horror and a solitary experience. Readers seeking a straightforward action game, multiplayer play, or a lighter tone should compare those expectations with the listed genres and single-player mode.

Buying Guidance

Before buying, compare the live price shown on this page and verify that your platform is supported. The listed platforms are Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Also consider whether its single-player format, third-person view, psychological horror, mystery investigation, dual-world puzzles, and encounters with The Maw match how you like to play. The supplied information does not establish details beyond these listed features, so use the page's current information when checking whether it is the right fit.