Elevated RiskMalware Delivery

playinnerevilbeta.github.io

A GitHub Pages site promoting a free pixel-art horror game download with no verifiable developer or publisher details.

Strongest evidence
  • GitHub Pages hosting with no business registration or company details found.
  • Single prominent download button with no verifiable developer, publisher, or contact information.
  • YouTube video promotes the same domain for a game download, a pattern often used to distribute unwanted programs.
  • Domain not indexed in global traffic rankings and lacks any established business footprint.
  • Visual analysis flags the page as a classic software-themed malware landing page.
Risk level
Elevated
Evidence strength
moderate
Captured page preview of playinnerevilbeta.github.io
Scanned July 17, 2026 at 11:04 PM UTC

At a glance

3 facts that matter
Antivirus detections
0 detected
92 security services reported no detection
Domain registration
Shared-host subdomain
Registration age unavailable
Operator identity
Missing
No independently verifiable operator identity
Security assessment

The Dossier

The site is hosted on GitHub Pages under the subdomain playinnerevilbeta.github.io and presents a single prominent 'DOWNLOAD NOW' button for a claimed 2026 psychological horror game called Inner Evil. The page displays gameplay screenshots, mechanics descriptions, and a YouTube trailer link, yet provides zero contact information, business registration, or verifiable developer credentials. Independent evidence links the same domain (or close variants) to YouTube videos that direct users to download the game from this exact location. Visual analysis notes the minimalist high-contrast design and lack of navigation or footer elements, which are common traits of software-themed malware landing pages. The domain carries no global traffic ranking and the hosting IP shows a moderate abuse score with multiple prior reports.

Risk Factors
  • GitHub Pages hosting with no business registration or company details found.
  • Single prominent download button with no verifiable developer, publisher, or contact information.
  • YouTube video promotes the same domain for a game download, a pattern often used to distribute unwanted programs.
  • Domain not indexed in global traffic rankings and lacks any established business footprint.
  • Visual analysis flags the page as a classic software-themed malware landing page.
Positive Signals
  • No antivirus engines flagged the page as malicious.
  • SSL certificate is valid.

Site Purpose and Visitor Journey

The page loads a static horror-themed landing experience that immediately presents a large 'DOWNLOAD NOW' call-to-action. Scrolling reveals gameplay screenshots, stage descriptions, and a list of mechanics including story-driven choices, scarce resources, and multiple endings. No login, registration, or payment forms appear. External resources load from fonts.googleapis.com, cdn.jsdelivr.net, dropbox.com, and youtube.com, but no external storefront or publisher site is referenced.

Operator Identity and Claims

No company name, studio logo, physical address, email, or phone number is present anywhere on the page. The copyright notice reads '© 2026 INNER EVIL' while the download is promoted as available now. The domain itself is a GitHub Pages subdomain with no associated business registration found. The name 'Inner Evil' appears in multiple unrelated gaming projects, making brand ownership unclear.

Security and Hosting Signals

The SSL certificate is valid and issued by Let's Encrypt. No antivirus engine flagged the landing page itself. The hosting IP carries an abuse score of 34/100 with 19 prior abuse reports. The domain is not indexed in global traffic rankings and shows no established business footprint.

External Evidence

A YouTube video titled 'Inner Evil Game Trailer' explicitly directs viewers to download the game from this domain or close variants, a pattern frequently observed in distribution of potentially unwanted programs.

Recommendation

Do not download or run any files from this site. Treat the offered game as unverified and potentially malicious.

Website Preview

Captured page preview of playinnerevilbeta.github.io
Visual findings

The page exhibits classic characteristics of a software-themed malware landing page, prioritizing a single download trigger over any verifiable product information or professional branding.

  1. 1Prominent 'DOWNLOAD NOW' call-to-action button typical of malware distribution sites
  2. 2Minimalist, high-contrast aesthetic often used to mask lack of legitimate site infrastructure
  3. 3Vague, sensationalist branding ('INNER EVIL') lacking clear developer or publisher credentials
  4. 4Absence of standard website elements like navigation menus, footers, or contact information

Web Research

YouTube

This content isn't available. you can get the game from this website! https://evilinnerbeta.... Inner Evil Game Trailer.

Single source
Source: YouTubeView source
Research finding

The domain 'playinnerevilbeta.github.io' is hosted on GitHub Pages, a platform frequently used for hosting static sites, including personal projects and potentially malicious content.

Unverified
Research finding

The name 'Inner Evil' is common in gaming, with multiple unrelated projects (e.g., visual novels, strategy games) using the title, which may be used to confuse users.

Unverified
Research finding

YouTube search results link the domain (or similar variations like 'evilinnerbeta') to promotional videos for a game, which is a common tactic for distributing potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) or malware.

Unverified
Research finding

There is no evidence of a legitimate business or official game studio associated with this specific GitHub Pages domain.

Unverified

Threat Detection

Antivirus consensus0 of 92 detected a concern
Browser warning statusNo warning observed
Isolated page observationNo malicious indicator observed
Public regulatory warnings0 warnings

Technical Details

Identity
Operator
Missing
On-domain email
Not observed
Phone
Not observed
Address
Not observed
Domain
Status
Shared-host subdomain
Registration
Registration age unavailable
Encryption
Valid TLSv1.3
Certificate issuer
Let's Encrypt · YR2
Infrastructure
Network address
185.199.111.153
Hosting organization
GitHub, Inc.
Country
US
Server
GitHub.com
Connections
Redirects
1
Cross-domain redirect
No
Referenced domains
4
Final destination
https://playinnerevilbeta.github.io/

What to do

Before interacting
Verify first

Do not download or run any files from this site. Treat the offered game as unverified and potentially malicious.

If you already interacted

If you downloaded or opened a file, disconnect the device if it behaves unexpectedly, run a full security scan, remove anything installed from the page, and change important passwords from a different trusted device.

Final Verdict

Risk level
Elevated
Evidencemoderate
Elevated RiskMalware Delivery

Suspicious. The page presents itself as a free psychological horror game download but shows multiple red flags typical of malware distribution sites.

Recommended action
Verify first

Do not download or run any files from this site. Treat the offered game as unverified and potentially malicious.

Evidence: moderateScanned July 17, 2026 at 11:04 PM UTC

Safety FAQ

Is playinnerevilbeta.github.io safe to use?+

Suspicious. The page presents itself as a free psychological horror game download but shows multiple red flags typical of malware distribution sites.

What should I do about playinnerevilbeta.github.io?+

Do not download or run any files from this site. Treat the offered game as unverified and potentially malicious.

How old is playinnerevilbeta.github.io?+

playinnerevilbeta.github.io is a subdomain on a shared hosting service, so it does not have an independent public registration age.

What if I already interacted with playinnerevilbeta.github.io?+

If you downloaded or opened a file, disconnect the device if it behaves unexpectedly, run a full security scan, remove anything installed from the page, and change important passwords from a different trusted device.

When was this report updated?+

This report reflects the scan completed July 17, 2026 at 11:04 PM UTC.

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