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About Case Records: Lost Night
Case Records: Lost Night is a psychological horror adventure game from Walnut LLC, released on PC in 2026. It expands on the CASE: Animatronics and CASE 2: Animatronics Survival universes, focusing on unsettling narratives and tense exploration. The game blends first-person perspective with puzzle-solving and stealth elements, set in eerie environments filled with malfunctioning animatronic threats. Designed for players who enjoy suspense and atmospheric storytelling, it leans into jump scares and psychological tension rather than combat. The single-player campaign emphasizes narrative depth, with fragmented case records and lore pieces scattered throughout. Its indie pedigree means a lean, focused experience over 6, 8 hours, with a price point that aligns with standard adventure titles.
Gameplay
Players navigate dimly lit locations like abandoned arcades and research labs, solving environmental puzzles to advance the story. Core mechanics involve avoiding or evading animatronics that stalk the player with unpredictable patterns. You use a flashlight with limited charge, pick up case files to piece together the plot, and manage a sanity meter that affects perception. Controls are tight, with a focus on movement and quick-time escape sequences during chases. The game’s tension comes from restricted vision, ambient sounds, and sudden threats. You can’t fight enemies, only hide or run. Sessions often involve backtracking to unlock new paths, with a save system that locks behind puzzle progress. The lack of respawns after death adds risk to exploration, making every encounter feel high-stakes.
What Players Think
PlayPile data shows a 4.1/5 rating from 12,500 users, with 68% completing the game. Average playtime is 7.3 hours, and 23% achieve 100% completion. The community mood leans "haunted" (45%) and "curious" (30%), with 15% frustration over unclear puzzles. Reviews highlight "effective jump scares" and "atmospheric design," though some call the difficulty curve "unforgiving." Achievement stats show the "True Ending Seeker" trophy unlocked by 18% of players, requiring all case files. Critics praise the lore integration with prior CASE titles but note recycled set pieces. The game’s 82% positive rating on Steam reflects its niche appeal.
PlayPile's Take
Case Records: Lost Night is a solid pick for horror fans who prefer cerebral tension over combat. At $29.99, it’s reasonably priced for its length and polish. The 32 achievements add replay value, but the game’s punishing stealth sections may frustrate casual players. If you’ve enjoyed the CASE series or titles like Five Nights at Freddy’s, this fits your vibe. Skip if you dislike limited save points or rely on quick reflexes for survival. It’s a short but effective horror experience.
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