Retro Horror Template is the most complete framework for Unity to simplify the design and creation of horror games using classic mechanics from the PSX/N64 era. Look at points of interest, Classic door transition system, Extendable door locks, Cross-scene doors.
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Retro Horror Template v5.0.5 (19 Apr 2026) (Latest version)
Retro Horror Template v5.0.3 (25 Mar 2026)
Retro Horror Template v4.2.2 (16 Oct 2025)
Retro Horror Template v4.1.4 (04 Jul 2025)
Retro Horror Template v3.1 (04 Feb 2025)
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Retro Horror Template is the most complete framework for Unity to simplify the design and creation of horror games using classic mechanics from the PSX/N64 era.
? FEATURE OVERVIEW
Fixed camera system
Pre-Rendered backgrounds support
Save/Load system
Mapping system & editor
Global storage box & local containers
Tank & Alternate player movement
180-Turn
Look at points of interest
Classic door transition system
Extendable door locks
Cross-scene doors
Interactable objects
Inventory System
Item examination
Extendable Inventory Combinations
Document Reading
Points of Interest & Interactions with multiple choice
Surface detection with dynamic footsteps VFX/SFX
Actor State System
Object Push mechanic
Combat System for ranged & melee attacks
Auto aiming with target toggle
Vertical aiming
Weapon reload
Status Monitor
Keyboard/Gamepad support
Low-health animations & movement reduction
Gun, Shotgun, Assault-Rifle and Knife weapons included
Simple cinematic player
Ladder climbing
Obstacle climbing
Enemy grabs & finishers
Music handling system
Attack Combos
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
Please bear in mind that this template is a starting point for you to build upon. Creating your own game is always going to require additional work on your end and previous programming knowledge is required. This template is not a “create my unique game in one click” kind of framework.
Source code included
Compatible with the new and old input systems
This package is not prepared by default to work with URP and HDRP but can be easily updated by using Unity tools to convert the included materials.
Some rendering features will not work correctly (e.g. PreRendered backgrounds)
