Sometimes it takes a nightmare to wake a place like Dahlia View. Lead the investigation into a missing child and discover the dark secret of Dahlia View in this story-driven observational thriller from the creators of The Occupation and Ether One.
Players embody Robert Conway, a wheelchair-bound ex-detective tracking a missing child. Gameplay centers on methodically gathering evidence through meticulous object interactions. Players click on specific environment details to uncover clues. The evidence board allows connecting key information through a satisfying pin-and-string mechanic.
Wheelchair movement creates intentional navigation challenges. Controls simulate disability authentically, with players bumping into furniture and navigating tight spaces. Detailed environmental interactions let players open drawers, examine objects, and collect subtle clues.
Directly inspired by Hitchcock's "Rear Window", players surveil neighbors through apartment windows. Camera mechanics enable taking photographs and recording neighbor interactions. Players can listen to conversations and track suspicious behaviors from a fixed vantage point.
Mandatory evidence collection drives linear progression. Puzzles demand careful observation and logical connections. Investigations require thorough environmental exploration. Gameplay trusts players to draw independent conclusions without excessive guidance.
Minimal dialogue choices maintain narrative focus. Story unfolds through character performances and environmental storytelling. Atmospheric details reveal complex character motivations.
Approximately 8-10 hours of concentrated detective work. Straightforward mechanics encourage careful, deliberate investigation. Multiple playthroughs reveal nuanced narrative layers.
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