Indie · 2014
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
In short: The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is an Indie game by The Astronauts, released in 2014 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo. It takes about 4 hours to beat. Critics rate it 82/100.
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is a horror adventure game, heavily focused on the narrative. You are Paul Prospero, a detective with paranormal abilities. You get a letter from a boy named Ethan Carter, who cries out for help. You have nothing to do but go to his town and find out what happens to Ethan’s family. The…
Key facts
- Released
- 25 September 2014
- Genre
- Indie · Adventure · Action
- Length
- ≈ 4 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Xbox · Nintendo
- Studio
- The Astronauts
- Publisher
- THQ Nordic
- Critics
- Metacritic 82
- Steam reviews
- 88% positive (8,831 reviews)
- Best price
- $19.99 · Green Man Gaming
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Story" vibe
- ≈ 4h to see the end
- Story rich
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat The Vanishing of Ethan Carter?
Expect about 4 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play The Vanishing of Ethan Carter with friends?
No, The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is a single-player experience.
What platforms is The Vanishing of Ethan Carter on?
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.
Where to buy The Vanishing of Ethan Carter for the best price?
The best price Game Picker found is $19.99 at Green Man Gaming. Prices are checked daily.
Is The Vanishing of Ethan Carter a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 82. On Steam, 88% positive (8,831 reviews).
What games are like The Vanishing of Ethan Carter?
In the same spirit: Metamorphosis, Left Alone and Go Home Annie: An SCP Game.
