Crooked Pines

Step into the shoes of Norton, a retired policeman who has just undergone major heart surgery. He returns to the case of the Crooked Pines Carver, the serial killer that haunted his town while he was on duty. Revisit the original crime scenes, piece together fragments of evidence, and decipher the mysterious messages left behind, all while recording every finding on your trusty typewriter.

But the night isn’t safe. Something stalks the shadows, and fear can push your heart past its limit. Can you uncover what has been hiding in the dark without losing yourself in the process?

What you'll do

• Return to the original crime scenes to retrace steps, search for clues, and connect the dots of a long-buried mystery.
• Run and hide from a relentless stalker, finding safe moments to regroup before danger closes in.
• Watch your vitals: your heart rate spikes with each scare, and a sudden fright could have fatal consequences.
• When night ends, go back to your office, type up findings, organize notes, read between the lines, and push toward the truth.

Atmosphere and stakes

Crooked Pines blends investigative drama with survival horror. The town’s quiet facade hides a dark legacy, and every corner could conceal a clue or a threat. The Carver’s whispers echo through deserted streets as Norton confronts memories from his past and a present that demands his resilience.

Key themes

• Reopening cold cases and connecting elusive evidence in a tense, atmospheric setting.
• Balancing detective work with personal health risk in life-or-death moments.
• Unraveling mysterious messages that hint at a larger, looming danger.
• Facing past choices while racing against an unseen predator that thrives in the dark.

Face your past, uncover the truth, and navigate a perilous night where every clue matters and every heartbeat counts.