The Mare of Jonah
A first-person psychological horror game where a young boy is trapped in a haunted, decaying mansion. Run, hide, and outsmart vengeful spirits as you uncover dark, twisted secrets. Can you survive the nightmare that waits in every shadow?
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The Mare is a unique fast-paced gripping horror game that mixes classic ghost story with a nerve-wracking horror experience. Prey that you will survive the evil forces that lurks in the shadows of this grand mansion. Move carefully, and hide when you can. Run as fast as you can, but for all the world don't get caught.
Play as a young boy trapped in an old mansion. In the game you can navigate through many of the rooms and corridors in the house, while trying to find clues and objects that are needed for the story to progress. 
Use stealth to avoid drawing attention from enemies. If necessary, hide under tables, beds or inside wardrobes. You can even use an old radio receiver that reveals the enemy's location.
FEATURES
Psychological Survival Horror: You are not a hero, your only chance of surviving the nightmarish world of Jonah is to run, hide, and stay one step ahead of the darkness.
Immersive Atmosphere: Stunning, high-quality visuals create a hauntingly detailed world that pulls you into the unsettling story of Jonah.
Stealth and Strategy: Navigate the environment carefully with stealth-based mechanics, using the shadows and your wits to avoid the unknown.
Terrifying Unpredictability: Nothing is certain, enemies lurk where you least expect, keeping you on edge with every step.
Dark Inspiration: The setting and events of Jonah draw from chilling real-world myths and psychological horror, delivering a truly disturbing experience.
The house is full of dark rooms and corridors that must be explored for the story to progresses. To gain access to the various rooms, you must first find the keys that fit the specific doors.
