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A File That Won’t Close

A writer who has lost his inspiration rents a secluded farmhouse to finish his final story. But strange things begin to happen. Is he losing his mind… or is this house hiding something that should have stayed buried?

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MindShiftGames
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MindShiftGames
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About the Game

A File That Won’t Close is a psychological horror game about a writer who is desperate to finish his final book.

Gameplay:
A first-person experience where you explore the house, uncover its hidden secrets, and piece together the story behind what really happened within its walls.

Features:

  • Hidden secrets scattered throughout the game, including subtle Easter eggs.

  • Cinematic visuals inspired by early 90s horror aesthetics.

  • Stylized art direction influenced by 80s–90s atmosphere and design.

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