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Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror

Developed by Glitchy Pixel · Published by Glitchy Pixel

CasualIndie
StatusOut now ReleaseOct 20, 2014 Price$9.99 Metacritic70/100

At a glance

PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
ModesSingle-player
Price$9.99
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Metacritic70/100
Languages6
Achievements12

Overview

A casual, indie game by Glitchy Pixel, published by Glitchy Pixel — single-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Have you ever wondered what it feels to be a ghostly being? Watch them run and scream, scaring them using your intelligence, wit, and with the use of powers like possessions, spectres, altering objects and more. Have fun and play with the occult... and become a Poltergeist!” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsMostly Positive — 70% positive of 46
Owners (est.)20000 – 50000
Player-voted tags:IndieCasualPuzzleHorrorPixel Graphics

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 Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror.

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

System requirements (PC)

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

Minimum

  • OS *: Windows XP+
  • Processor: SSE2 instruction set support
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: DX9 (shader model 2.0) capabilities
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Storage: 500 MB available space

Recommended

  • OS *: Windows 7+
  • Processor: SSE2 instruction set support
  • Graphics: DX9 (shader model 2.0) capabilities
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Storage: 500 MB available space

Supported languages (6)

EnglishFrenchItalianGermanSpanish - SpainPortuguese - Brazil

Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror 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 Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror?

Steam classifies Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror as a Casual, Indie game, developed by Glitchy Pixel. Have you ever wondered what it feels to be a ghostly being? Watch them run and scream, scaring them using your intelligence, wit, and with the use of powers like possessions, spectres, altering objects and more. Have fun and play with the occult... and become a Poltergeist!

How much does Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror at $9.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror for Windows, macOS, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Oct 20, 2014.

What platforms is Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror on?

Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror is listed for Windows, macOS, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror cost?

Steam lists it at $9.99.

Does Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 12 achievements for Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror.

What is Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror's Metacritic score?

Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror has a Metacritic score of 70/100, per the Steam store listing.

Who made Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror?

Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror is developed by Glitchy Pixel and published by Glitchy Pixel.

Where to get Poltergeist: A Pixelated Horror

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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