The Gap
The Gap is a short first-person horror experience taking place in a ghostly abandoned house on a lonely street corner.
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April 14, 2023
3 years and 110 days ago
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Mostly Positive142 reviews72.5%
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9 itemsAbout the Game
Years ago, my daughter went missing. After a time, everyone gave up hope of finding her... They moved on.
But not me. I know my daughter is alive. She is out there somewhere, waiting for me. Needing my help.
Last night I got this letter...
The Gap is a short first-person horror experience taking place in a ghostly abandoned house on a lonely street corner. You don't know what forces compelled you to come here, but it is clear someone is living inside.
Features
It will sometimes be necessary that you delve into near complete darkness to proceed. I have given you a small body light to aid you in this.
It is not recommended for lower end systems.
But not me. I know my daughter is alive. She is out there somewhere, waiting for me. Needing my help.
Last night I got this letter...
The Gap is a short first-person horror experience taking place in a ghostly abandoned house on a lonely street corner. You don't know what forces compelled you to come here, but it is clear someone is living inside.
Features
- An atmospheric, horrifying environment hand crafted to take advantage of your fear of the dark.
- An engaging linear narrative.
- A Free Roam gamemode letting you explore the game world without the confines of the linear story.
- Minimal gameplay mechanics typical of walking simulator genre.
It will sometimes be necessary that you delve into near complete darkness to proceed. I have given you a small body light to aid you in this.
It is not recommended for lower end systems.
