Released in 2020 for PC (Microsoft Windows), this is the concluding episode of the survival horror adventure game. As the fifth episode, it builds upon established gameplay mechanics, emphasizing exploration, puzzle-solving, and resource management while confronting The Presence, an AI-driven entity reacting dynamically to player actions.

Story and Setting

Episode 5 brings players to Jeremy Hartwood Mental Hospital, where mysteries surrounding the cursed song and The Presence are unraveled. Players delve into the past to alter the future and understand the origins of the eldritch entity.

New Gameplay Elements

This episode introduces several new elements:

Jeremy Hartwood Mental Hospital

A new location haunted by former patients under the influence of The Presence.

Lidia as a Playable Character

Daniel's guardian angel, Lidia, becomes playable, offering new perspectives and abilities.

Character Conclusions

The fates of returning characters are determined by player actions, with appearances from figures of the past.

Epilogue

A concluding sequence provides final answers and alters the understanding of events within the game.

Narrative Conclusion

Episode 5 aims to tie together storylines and resolve conflicts, revealing the connection between The Presence and the song, determining the characters' ultimate fates.

What makes the gameplay unique?

The core gameplay loop involves navigating environments, solving puzzles, and managing resources while evading or confronting The Presence. The AI-driven nature of The Presence ensures that each playthrough offers a unique experience, as its behavior adapts to the player's actions and decisions. The introduction of Lidia as a playable character adds a fresh perspective, with unique abilities that complement the established gameplay mechanics.