Foster: Ghost Child | 養小鬼
Foster: Ghost Child provides an atmospheric horror that incorporates East Asian elements rarely used in games. The game makes use of Chinese traditional elements to convey a distinct and frightful storyline that incorporates Taoism, Buddhism, and Chinese mythology.
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August 4, 2022
3 years and 364 days ago
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Mixed77 reviews44.2%
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10 itemsAbout the Game
Story
Yun Xiu court, located in a remote mountainous area, was once a bustling casino and hotel. However, it was forced to close overnight. The truth behind it is chilling. Liu Xi must explore this mysterious haunted hotel to solve the case of her parents' disappearance and the ghostly apparitions that have been haunting her. How will she survive in this ever threatening environment? Help her unravel the layers of mystery and return to safety.
“Ever since my parents' bizarre disappearance, I've been having nightmares about a group of pregnant women in cheongsams and a scary woman draped in thorns.” Liu Xi
The Gameplay
Foster: Ghost Child provides an atmospheric horror that incorporates East Asian elements rarely used in games. The game makes use of Chinese traditional elements to convey a distinct and frightful storyline that incorporates Taoism, Buddhism, and Chinese mythology.
You had to explore the otherworldly rooms and find objects to interact with while escaping from the vengeful spirit. A cursed, sinister past will eventually surface as further mysteries are solved.
Key Features
-Foster: Ghost Child is solo developed by one person
-First-person with a spine-chilling atmosphere
-Immersive gameplay and puzzle-solving experience
-Eastern cultural references
-Unique and appealing graphics
-English and Chinese supported
