The Premise: Contestants on a hit survival reality show vanish without a trace in the haunted expanse of Barlang Valley. You play as Brian Everette, a paranormal investigator sent to uncover the truth. But here, the nightmare bends to your choices—every decision twists the story into darker paths. Will you survive the valley’s cursed secrets, or disappear forever like the rest?
Gameplay: AFAR is a full-length FMV horror game where every click matters. Choices branch the story, unlocking hidden scenes, lore, and five different endings. Each playthrough takes around 30 minutes, but uncovering the full mystery requires multiple runs—an experimental, bingeable approach to horror storytelling.
Key Features:
• FMV Gameplay – A DIY full-motion video game built entirely by one person.
• Five Endings – Your decisions shape who lives, who dies, and what truths are revealed.
• Quick, Replayable Runs – Each playthrough lasts 30 minutes, but the full nightmare unfolds across multiple paths.
• DIY Spirit – Shot for just $5,000 on a prosumer action camera by one person, using practical effects, in-camera tricks, and hand-built matte work to capture the eerie spirit of VHS-era FMV games.
Filmmaker Jason Trost says:
“With AFAR, I wanted to create something that didn’t exist—a horror experience you can play, watch, or read. It’s short, sharp, and replayable, but with five endings and hidden lore, it pulls you back in again and again. It’s part film, part game, part book—a living nightmare built entirely DIY.”
AFAR will have its World Premiere screening at the 10th Anniversary of the Nightmares Film Festival on October 18th, as well as a hands-on interactive booth running throughout the fest (Oct 16–18) where attendees can try the game solo or with friends.
AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film launches worldwide on October 23rd, 2025 on Steam as a full FMV videogame, alongside an interactive DVD and a choose-your-own-horror paperback.
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