Immersed in her nightmares, in a chaotic reality, confused and all alone. The only safe place is her room, but not forever... She wanders through an empty city and strange places while fleeing from creatures lurking in the darkness to find out what's going on. You are in the skin of Ana Lúcia.
Players praise the game's exceptional pixel art, which creates a highly detailed and immersive 2D environment. The unique setting of the Brazilian Northeast in the 1990s adds a distinctive cultural flair that enhances the overall dark and unsettling tone.
A core gameplay mechanic involves strategically using the protagonist's flashlight to navigate the environment, find items, and interact with different types of enemies. Some enemies are attracted to light, while others are repelled by it. Players must carefully manage the protagonist's sanity, as prolonged exposure to darkness causes it to deteriorate, leading to increased dangers.
The game primarily follows a point-and-click adventure format, with players exploring the detailed environments and solving well-designed, challenging puzzles to progress the story. Discovering clues, documents, and items scattered throughout the world contributes to unraveling the game's mysteries.
While the core gameplay loop of exploration and puzzle-solving is engaging, players highlight the depth of the narrative and the game's adherence to psychological horror elements. The protagonist's struggle with nightmares and a disturbing reality is praised as captivating and thought-provoking, with the game's ability to blur the lines between reality and dream keeping players invested.
The game includes some player choice elements and collectibles that can unlock additional narrative content and secrets, contributing to the game's replayability and the player's investment in the story.