The Burned Down House Murder

Is this game any good? Yes, it has an 82 on MetaCritic and is a contender for Game of the Year awards.

Are there any guns? Yes, finding weapons is an achievement in The Vanishing of Ethan Carter.

Can you die in this game? You cannot die, but you can be jumped in the mines maze and have to restart that section.

Why do all the clocks say 7:00 and 7:04? This is an ambiguous story element; look at the clocks during the final ending scenes for clues.

Do I have to do the stuff in the order of the guide? No, the game allows for backtracking, so missing events and returning later is acceptable.

How are these graphics so good? The developers modeled the graphics after real-life images, a technique not as extensively used in AAA titles.

I'm stuck on this chronology... Refer to the chronology section of the guide, but try playing around with it first.

I can't *start* this chronology... Check the checklist for the current section to ensure you have inspected everything and placed items correctly.

So, what happened to Ethan? Did he really vanish? This is a spoiler; you must play the game to find out.

How do I know what I forgot? Look for letters or chronologies that signify the end of an event or puzzle. The map at the end of the game can also show what you missed.

When will this come to PS4? The Vanishing of Ethan Carter was released on PS4 on July 15th, 2015.

How long does it take to complete this game? Expect to take at least a few hours for your first playthrough, depending on your puzzle-solving and detective skills.

What if I have more questions? You can contact the author via email, found in the "Contact Information" section, and should include "Ethan Carter", "TVOEC", or "Scary Game" in the subject line.