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Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller

Developed by Phoenix Online Studios · Published by Phoenix Online Publishing

AdventureIndie
StatusOut now ReleaseSep 19, 2013 Price$3.74 Steam reviews375

At a glance

PlatformsWindows, macOS
ModesSingle-player
Price$3.74
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Steam reviews375
Languages3
Achievements59
DLC2

Overview

An adventure, indie game by Phoenix Online Studios, published by Phoenix Online Publishing — single-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “FBI agent Erica Reed has an uncanny talent: she can see the past and piece together how a crime unfolded. But not even this sixth sense could save her younger brother, Scott, from a brutal serial killer. Three years later, the investigation into Scott’s murder has gone cold -- but Erica’s work has only just begun.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsVery Positive — 82% positive of 797
Owners (est.)200000 – 500000
Peak players1
Player-voted tags:Point & ClickAdventureFemale ProtagonistMysteryStory RichDetectiveEpisodicIndieSupernaturalThrillerCrimeKickstarter

Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerNo
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportNo
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesYes
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • OS: XP/Vista/7
  • Processor: 2.0 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: ATI or NVidia with 512 MB RAM**
  • Storage: 7 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: ** - Not recommended for play on Intel systems with integrated/shared video memory

Recommended

  • OS: XP/Vista/7
  • Processor: 2.0 GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: ATI or NVidia with 1 GB RAM**
  • Storage: 7 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: ** - Not recommended for play on Intel systems with integrated/shared video memory

Supported languages (3)

EnglishItalianGerman

Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller?

Steam classifies Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller as a Adventure, Indie game, developed by Phoenix Online Studios. FBI agent Erica Reed has an uncanny talent: she can see the past and piece together how a crime unfolded. But not even this sixth sense could save her younger brother, Scott, from a brutal serial killer. Three years later, the investigation into Scott’s murder has gone cold -- but Erica’s work has only just begun.

How much does Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller at $3.74. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller for Windows, macOS. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Sep 19, 2013.

What platforms is Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller on?

Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller is listed for Windows, macOS on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller cost?

Steam lists it at $3.74.

Does Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 59 achievements for Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller.

Who made Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller?

Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller is developed by Phoenix Online Studios and published by Phoenix Online Publishing.

Where to get Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller

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