Cragne Manor

About

Cragne Manor is a text-based adventure where each of its 84 rooms was written by a separate author. You play Naomi Cragne searching for your missing husband in a decaying Vermont mansion. The game blends eerie storytelling with challenging puzzles as you navigate shifting environments filled with cryptic clues and unsettling lore. Your journey through the town of Backwater and into the manor itself is filled with moments that question your memories and reality. The collaborative nature of the game creates a fragmented yet cohesive experience with each room offering a distinct tone and style. Since its 2018 release it’s been praised by fans of interactive fiction for its inventive approach and haunting atmosphere. The ever-changing narrative and unpredictable twists have earned it a 4.5/5 rating on multiple platforms including PC Mac and web. Its unique structure and emphasis on storytelling make it a memorable entry in the genre.

Storyline

Your name is Naomi Cragne. Your husband is missing. That's why you're taking the train to Vermont, to look for him in his family's old mansion. You'll explore creepy environments, consult eldritch tomes, and solve bizarre puzzles as you search for Peter, but your surroundings, your past, and even your identity seem to change subtly—or dramatically—as you make your way through the town of Backwater and approach Cragne Manor.