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Hollow Hours - Cheap House

Seeking a fresh start, 25-year-old Ethan buys a quiet suburban house with all his savings. But as the sun sets, the heavy silence, a strange neighbor's questions, and the strictly off-limits second floor reveal an unsettling truth: some fresh starts come at a horrifying cost.

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Raizen 5 Studio
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Alarm Studio
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About the Game

Escaping the suffocating noise of the city, 25-year-old Ethan pours all his savings and his uncle's help into buying a quiet, single-story home at 87 Ashwood Ridge. A fresh start. A peaceful sanctuary for him and his cat.

Or so it seems.

As you unpack your belongings, clean up the neglected property, and settle into your new life, the quiet atmosphere slowly curdles into an oppressive weight. The realtor’s contract came with one strict, unyielding condition: The second floor is strictly off-limits until the agreement is fully completed.

KEY FEATURES:

  • Interactive Companionship: You are not entirely alone. Interact with your cat to find comfort amidst the growing tension, but pay attention — animals often notice things humans cannot.

  • Realistic Narrative Loop: Unfold the mystery naturally through phone messages, interactions with curious neighbors, and exploring the hidden corners of the house.

  • Immersive Audio & Visuals: VHS-style post-processing, realistic 3D binaural audio, and tactile gameplay mechanics designed to make every creak and whisper feel unnervingly real.

  • The Forbidden Threshold: Respect the contract and stay away from the upper floor... or succumb to your curiosity and uncover what is hidden in the dark.

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