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A story-rich psychological horror inspired by real-life experiences. Follow Emily, 23, as she moves to Brooklyn for a fresh start, but finds herself drawn into a slow spiral of obsession and control. Featuring voice acting, this atmospheric and grounded experience is deeply unsettling.

Reviews: Very Positive — 91% — of 240 reviews
Released: 2025-05-14
Developer: Zeal
Publisher: Cardiora Studio
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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