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Ethel

Welcome to my first game! Where you'll Immerse yourself in a unbelievable, story-rich mystery, packed with jaw-dropping plot twist, horror, and multiple endings.

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March 14, 2024
2 years and 140 days ago
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About the Game

AVERAGE TIME TO COMPLETE: 1hrs 30m

You take on the role of Thomas Myrtle, a World War II veteran, returns from the war with PTSD and struggles with addiction, leading to the collapse of his marriage and a period of homelessness. In 1949, his grandparents take him in, helping him achieve sobriety, but his fragile peace shatters when his grandmother accuses him of stealing her medication. One night, Thomas awakens in her room, surrounded by blood, with no memory of what happened, and his grandmother is missing. Wracked with guilt and fear, Thomas goes into hiding for twelve years. Now, he returns to uncover the truth about that night and seek redemption.

Gameplay:

**Checkpoint Saves**: Seamlessly pick up where you left off with checkpoint saves.

**Immersive Exploration**: Dive into a meticulously crafted, eerie house, where every corner holds secrets waiting to be uncovered.

**Compelling Mystery**: Piece together the events of a tragic night by gathering clues scattered throughout the environment.

**Terrifying Atmosphere**: Experience spine-chilling moments as you navigate through an environment filled with unexplainable phenomena and unsettling sound design.

**Interactive Horror**: Engage with the environment and trigger paranormal events, blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural.

**Mind-Bending Puzzles**: Test your wits with challenging puzzles that require keen observation to solve.

**Psychological Tension**: Encounter psychological horror elements that will keep you on the edge of your seat, questioning your own sanity.

**Rich Narrative**: Unravel a captivating storyline through environmental storytelling and discovered documents, immersing yourself in the haunting narrative.

**Replayability**: Explore branching pathways and discover different endings.

**Unforgettable Horror**: Brace yourself for an unforgettable horror experience, filled with suspense, dread, and moments that will stay with you long after the game ends.