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About Overclocked: A History of Violence

Set against the backdrop of a catastrophic thunderstorm raging over New York City, Overclocked explores an archetypical, yet actual condition of mankind: violence. This psychological thriller mixes frightening fictional thriller elements using innovative narrative structures. Overclocked charts the diffuse areas where memories and illusions; dreams and reality; perpetrators and victims; collide. Army psychiatrist, David McNamara, is called to the Staten Island Forensic Hospital in New York City to consult on a case that requires his expertise in forensic psychiatry. Tasked with exploring the minds of five young men and women who were found scared, screaming, and without memory, he makes alarming discoveries as he begins to cautiously explore the psyches of his young patients. Throughout the game, players will switch between six different characters in this chilling interactive psycho thriller.

Release Date

Oct 12, 2007

Developer

House of Tales

Publishers

HandyGames

Overclocked: A History of Violence FAQ & buying guide

What games are like Overclocked: A History of Violence?

The Moment of Silence

Point-and-click

D4: Dark Dreams Don't Die - Season 1

The Lies We Tell Ourselves

Puzzle

Is Overclocked: A History of Violence worth buying?

Steam

76.15% positive

'Mostly Positive', 130 reviews

Metacritic

Critics (IGDB)

73/100

2 critics

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What is Overclocked: A History of Violence about?

The game begins when five amnesic college-aged teens suddenly appear with guns in the middle of New York City. Psychiatrist David McNamara from DC is sent to examine the case thanks to his previous work in the US Army dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder. Right from the beginning, the case seems odd. On the first day, David discovers that all five patients had the same origins, and they were escaping from the same unknown person from an isolated military island. As the history is revealed, David, using a PDA as a tape recorder, makes his way through the teens' minds, piecing together their history, while at the same time dealing with his ongoing divorce. David himself has serious issues regarding anger management, which ended his former relationship. It is revealed in the end that the teens were part of a military experiment for making amnesic assassins, and David's anger issues were only side effects of the previous project back in the Army.

AdventureIndiePoint & ClickPsychologicalMysteryStory Rich

Game modes: Single player

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What is the cheapest place to buy Overclocked: A History of Violence?

Right now the lowest price for Overclocked: A History of Violence we're tracking is $2.47 at Gamivo — 84% below Steam's $14.99. We compare 4 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price Overclocked: A History of Violence has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for Overclocked: A History of Violence is $1.49 at Steam on May 22, 2026. The current best price is about 66% above that low.

Is Overclocked: A History of Violence worth buying?

76% of 130 Steam user reviews for Overclocked: A History of Violence are positive ("Mostly Positive"). It also holds a Metacritic score of 70.

When was Overclocked: A History of Violence released?

Overclocked: A History of Violence released on October 12, 2007, developed by House of Tales and published by HandyGames, Anaconda, Lighthouse Interactive, Micro Application S.A., THQ Nordic, Noviy Disk.

What platforms is Overclocked: A History of Violence available on?

Overclocked: A History of Violence is available on PC (Microsoft Windows). It supports single player.

When do Overclocked: A History of Violence prices drop?

Overclocked: A History of Violence last hit a new low of $1.49 on May 22, 2026 at Steam. Current best price is $2.47. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.

Where's the cheapest place to buy Overclocked: A History of Violence?

The cheapest Overclocked: A History of Violence price right now is $2.47 at Gamivo, 84% below the Steam price.

Overclocked: A History of Violence price comparison across stores
Store	Edition / Region	Discount	Price	Buy link
GamivoBest price	Steam · Global	—	$2.47	Buy Overclocked: A History of Violence at Gamivo
Steam	Steam	—	$14.99	Buy Overclocked: A History of Violence at Steam
Green Man Gaming	Steam · North America	—	$14.99	Buy Overclocked: A History of Violence at Green Man Gaming
GamersGate	Steam · Global	—	$14.99	Buy Overclocked: A History of Violence at GamersGate

All-time low: $1.49 at Steam on May 22, 2026 — the current best price is 66% above it.

Prices in USD, refreshed every few minutes. Switch currency on this page for EUR/GBP/BRL and more.

Overclocked: A History of Violence FAQ & buying guide

What games are like Overclocked: A History of Violence?

The Moment of Silence

Point-and-click

D4: Dark Dreams Don't Die - Season 1

The Lies We Tell Ourselves

Puzzle

Is Overclocked: A History of Violence worth buying?

Steam

76.15% positive

'Mostly Positive', 130 reviews

Metacritic

Critics (IGDB)

73/100

2 critics

Be the first to review Overclocked: A History of Violence

What is Overclocked: A History of Violence about?

AdventureIndiePoint & ClickPsychologicalMysteryStory Rich

Game modes: Single player

Quick answers

What is the cheapest place to buy Overclocked: A History of Violence?

Right now the lowest price for Overclocked: A History of Violence we're tracking is $2.47 at Gamivo — 84% below Steam's $14.99. We compare 4 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price Overclocked: A History of Violence has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for Overclocked: A History of Violence is $1.49 at Steam on May 22, 2026. The current best price is about 66% above that low.

Is Overclocked: A History of Violence worth buying?

76% of 130 Steam user reviews for Overclocked: A History of Violence are positive ("Mostly Positive"). It also holds a Metacritic score of 70.

When was Overclocked: A History of Violence released?

What platforms is Overclocked: A History of Violence available on?

Overclocked: A History of Violence is available on PC (Microsoft Windows). It supports single player.

When do Overclocked: A History of Violence prices drop?

Where's the cheapest place to buy Overclocked: A History of Violence?

The cheapest Overclocked: A History of Violence price right now is $2.47 at Gamivo, 84% below the Steam price.

Overclocked: A History of Violence price comparison across stores
Store	Edition / Region	Discount	Price	Buy link
GamivoBest price	Steam · Global	—	$2.47	Buy Overclocked: A History of Violence at Gamivo
Steam	Steam	—	$14.99	Buy Overclocked: A History of Violence at Steam
Green Man Gaming	Steam · North America	—	$14.99	Buy Overclocked: A History of Violence at Green Man Gaming
GamersGate	Steam · Global	—	$14.99	Buy Overclocked: A History of Violence at GamersGate

All-time low: $1.49 at Steam on May 22, 2026 — the current best price is 66% above it.

Prices in USD, refreshed every few minutes. Switch currency on this page for EUR/GBP/BRL and more.