the first half of this game conducts it's atmosphere with a deft hand, managing to hit a shockingly good crescendo at it's climax. it's hardly a surprise when it fumbles it, losing steam and turning the game into a tedious sort of "hot spot hunt", where standing in places will trigger a new scare for you to jump at. it certainly over stays it's welcome, and i found the scares near the end more than a little cheap, but it's a fun indie romp and probably a blast to play with your friend who gets a little more scared than you do.