Haunting Ground is a psychological survival horror game where you play as a young woman named Fiona Belli, who wakes up trapped in a mysterious, gothic castle after a car accident that claimed the lives of her parents. Alone, frightened, and vulnerable, Fiona must explore the castle, uncover its disturbing secrets, and survive against the deadly obsessions of those who wish to use her for their own twisted purposes.

The game stands out in the genre for its focus on vulnerability, fear, psychological manipulation, and the unique companion mechanic involving a loyal dog named Hewie.