The 18th Attic – Cat Anomaly Horror Game (Teaser)

The 18th Attic – Cat Anomaly Horror Game (Teaser) is a first-person horror experience built around a closed interior space and repeated observation. The player finds themselves inside an attic that appears ordinary at first glance but functions as a looping environment. Movement is unrestricted within this space, yet progress depends on recognizing irregularities rather than reaching a physical exit. The teaser establishes the attic as both a location and a system where memory, perception, and repetition are tightly connected.

Concept and Narrative Direction

The narrative in The 18th Attic – Cat Anomaly Horror Game (Teaser) is presented through fragments rather than a continuous story. The player is not given a clear explanation of why they are in the attic or how the situation began. Instead, narrative context is revealed through interaction with anomalies and through images captured by the player. Each discovery adds partial information that suggests a personal history tied to the space. The game avoids direct storytelling and relies on the player’s interpretation of repeated events and visual changes.

Core Interaction Design

Gameplay focuses on observation and documentation. The player uses a camera to capture abnormal elements that appear in the attic. These anomalies may take different forms and are not always immediately visible. Progression depends on noticing changes between repeated loops and responding correctly to them. There is no combat system, and avoidance is handled through awareness rather than action-heavy mechanics.

Key interaction systems include:

·         first-person navigation through a repeating attic layout

·         identifying visual and environmental anomalies

·         using a camera to document abnormal elements

·         unlocking memory fragments through photographs

·         managing psychological pressure through in-game cues

These systems work together to create a cycle of observation, recognition, and documentation.

Role of the Environment

The attic environment is designed to remain mostly consistent while allowing small but significant changes to stand out. Furniture placement, lighting, and object behavior may shift between loops. This consistency helps the player build a mental map, making deviations easier to detect. The limited size of the space reduces exploration complexity and increases focus on detail. The environment reacts to the player’s actions, reinforcing the idea that observation directly affects progression.

Companion Mechanics

A cat accompanies the player throughout the experience and functions as a stabilizing element. The cat’s behavior can indicate changes in the environment or provide relief during intense moments. While the teaser does not fully explain this system, it suggests a connection between the companion and the player’s mental state. The cat serves both as a mechanical feature and a narrative presence within the attic.