A fantastic mixture of text parser gameplay and plot that renewed my enthusiasm for interactive fiction. The designer reimagines the use of verbs in this style of game - think "examine," or "look" - to correspond with the player character as a ghost. The more you find as you move through the family mansion, the more you are able to remember and do. The twist is that most verbs are related to emotion, manifesting in kinetic projection, possession, and more. The all-text presentation is a benefit as it also muffled the experience of the house, its objects, and my actions, making them live in my imagination. That seems appropriate for a disembodied spirit. All along the way, plot is conveyed through exploration and is often accompanied by the strong emotions that it takes to manipulate the house and its objects. While the plot is, ultimately, a bit predictable, this is a very well-told story. I highly recommend it for those who enjoy interactive fiction and those who are curious about the style.

Reviewed on Jan 08, 2023


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