The Lighthouse

About

The Lighthouse casts you as a jaded private eye drawn into a chilling mystery. Set in 1964 Maine, you investigate the disappearance of Lily Beaumont, a case entwined with your own tragic past. Explore the decaying Wescott estate, a place where reality warps and eerie clues hide in plain sight. Solve cryptic puzzles and sift through layered narratives as you navigate between the present and twisted alternate dimensions. The game’s tense atmosphere and methodical investigation mechanics make every shadow feel ominous. Released in 2019, the game stands out for its emotional depth, blending personal tragedy with supernatural intrigue. James Irvine’s quest blurs the line between his grief and the case, creating a haunting narrative. With neo-noir visuals and a runtime of 8, 10 hours, it’s a compact but impactful story. Available on PS4, PC, and Xbox One, it’s a title that lingers long after the credits roll.

Storyline

The Lighthouse takes place on February 19, 1964. You play as James Irvine, a former detective turned private investigator in the state of Maine. Irvine is a man who solves the problems that the city doesn't have the inclination to follow-up on, little less solve. Many of the lucrative cases that come to his office are from locals with various requests, from spouses looking to expose infidelity in their relationships to business owners looking to gather enough evidence to incriminate their partners. February 19, 1964 is an important anniversary for Pt. Irvine as it’s the day he lost his first born, Lily, to cancer 7 years prior. Every year he visits her, placing a yellow lily and lit candle on her gravestone before watching it burn until extinguished. This tradition had never been broken - until today. As he packs to leave his office, candle in hand, he notices a letter slide under his door, the envelope marked: ‘Irvine.’ He opens it and reads: Mr. Irvine, My daughter hasn't come home for 2 years, 4 months and 9 days. You see, she's missing. She was involved in the old lighthouse incident, you may remember her name - Lily. I've asked the local authorities to look for her, but they haven't got a clue. They tell me horrible things that no parent should hear. They tell me to accept that she may have died. Worst, they tell me they can't help. I can't sleep until I know where she is, if she's safe, if she's scared, and if she's trying to come home but can't find home. Help me find her. Look for her at the Lighthouse, as that was her last known location. Elizabeth Beaumont Inside the envelope he finds an address and a single, yellow lily.