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T.W.I.R.L.

It's 3am in your childhood home. Everyone's asleep, but you. Sneak out of your room to do as you're told - "T.W.I.R.L." - whatever that means.

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Genie Boy Games
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Genie Boy Games, Haunted Publishing Syndicate
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About the Game

WHAT'S YOUR DEEPEST, DARKEST SECRET?

Experience a haunting, abstract narrative about self-worth, growing up in 2006, and protecting a secret for life.

BUT BE WARNED: If ever asked to look at yourself... DON'T.

through every step you make. You're nine years old. The house is dark except for moonlight, your alarm clock, and the red glow of your PS3 that's turned off. You step out of bed, and sneak out of your room.

about any and all thoughts, hopes, and nightmares. This is all just an innocent little thing you did as a kid... right?

the person sleeping. They won't hear you... will they?

another day, or, another year. Maybe no one remembers what happened.

don't do this.

KEY FEATURES:

  • Controller Support with Haptic Feedback

  • First Person, No HUD

  • Simple controls: Move, interact, and "look"

  • A cat that you can pet!

  • Hidden Easter Eggs. Something new to discover every time.

  • ~ 1 Hour playtime.

  • A psychological horror inspired by P.T. about a deep, dark secret you've kept since you were 9-years-old.

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