10 Most Terrifying Horror Game Locations

Dolls and mannequins may seem like shorthand for lazy scares these days, but when implemented correctly, they can produce some of the most terrifying set-pieces the medium has ever seen.

Case and point, Condemned: Criminal Origins' infamous abandoned shopping mall.

Of all the decaying urban environments you'll have to explore during your time playing as SCU investigator Ethan Thomas, the shopping mall is definitely the one that will linger in your nightmares for the longest time.

Upon entering the disused shopping plaza, we immediately catch sight of mannequins in the distance. Creepy enough on its own, but we then see some walking around in an inaccessible area. From that point on, the gloves are off, and any mannequins that are strewn around the area are a potential enemy that's ready to pounce at you at a moment's notice.

You'd think that surviving that onslaught would be the end of the nightmare, but oh boy, you'd be so very wrong.

We'll avoid specifics as you should absolutely experience it first hand, but the level's final set-piece is undoubtedly one of the most terrifying and memorable horror set-pieces that the medium has ever seen.

Tread carefully, and be suspicious of every mannequin.