What Lies Frozen

Project Overview

Game Title: What Lies Frozen

Genre: Psychological Horror

Target Audience:

• Fans of atmospheric horror games (e.g., P.T., Layers of Fear, Outlast).

• Players seeking narrative-driven, immersive horror experiences.

• Ages 16+ due to mature themes and intense psychological content.

References:

• P.T. - Horror

• Stay Out Of The House - VHS effect

Platforms:

Core Gameplay Features: 

Exploration and Atmosphere:
Players navigate the snowy cabin familiarizing the layout through each loop, uncovering environmental clues and experiencing an unsettling atmosphere.

Puzzle-Solving:
Players solve environmental puzzles to unlock areas, uncover story elements, and progress the narrative.

Psychological Horror:
The game leverages tense sound design, dynamic lighting, and eerie visual distortions to create a sense of dread.

Narrative Loops:
Each loop adds layers to the story, revealing new details while distorting the environment and events.

Environmental Storytelling:
The cabin and its contents (e.g., notes, objects, and photographs) tell the story of the wife, her husband, and their tragic past.

Key Features: 

Snowstorm Dynamic: The storm outside acts as a barrier, enhancing the feeling of isolation.

Loop Variations: Each loop introduces subtle or dramatic changes to the cabin’s layout, objects, and audio cues, keeping players on edge.

Basement Focus: The basement serves as a pivotal point in both gameplay and story progression.

Estimated Playtime: 

2 - 4 Hours, depending on Player's  pace.

Team:

Game Designer - Noah Vaters  https://noahvatersnscc.wixstudio.com/noahvaters

Lead Programmer - Charlie Curry https://sites.google.com/view/charliegamesportfolio/home 

Lead Artist - Qi Liu https://www.artstation.com/ricky782 

Project Manager - Abby Jones https://www.artstation.com/abbyjones 

Sound Designer - Ryan LeBlanc https://ryanleb2003.wixsite.com/ryanleblanc