Barrow Hill: Curse of the Ancient Circle is a horror adventure game developed by Shadow Tor Studios.

Released in 2006, it is set in the site of Barrow Hill, based on real geographical locations in Cornwall, England.

It is played as a classic first person "point and click" adventure, with the world being represented by pre-rendered, animated screens.

The adventure is based on a non linear structure, that gives the players a lot of freedom in exploring the environment and collecting clues at their own pace.

"[8] GameSpot criticized the lack of engagement and scare factor, comparing the game to "a wait in a doctor's office.