I love love love love the game, I love how they have stuff in it that does happen in real life and shows how scary it is in reality. I also love how Fiona SHOWED fear like she SHOWED she was TERRIFIED and had no idea what she was doing , most of the horror games I play show some fear but not in the way she does. I hated Riccardo so much though that I made my step mom play that bit for me ૮꒰っ˕‹̥̥̥ ꒱ა . And the dog is so adorable, annoying at times (most of the time because he wasn't following me a lot even though I've trained him for awhile in that one dog training room and haven't really scolded him, maybe the game just hates me?) But other than that hes so cute and I would do anything to keep him safe and happy.

The ending was SOOOO annoying in the last part though. I've died maybe like 20+ times? I know it's a old game and older games usually tend to be much harder and unfair but I'm telling you HOW DID CAPCOM LOOK AT THE ENDING OF THE LAST PART OF THE GAME AND BE LIKE "yeah. Yeah. They'll be able to do this!" You have to be crazy... Cause wdym I'm being chased by the guy that's now all bones and fire while the castle is like collapsing or some shit and fiona falls every few seconds cause of stuff falling apart and causing some sort of earthquake, I later on found out you can crouch when that happens so she doesn't fall and takes her time getting up but sometimes the button didn't work or I didn't do it in time ૮꒰っ˕‹̥̥̥ ꒱ა then it took awhile for that door that wasn't budging in the start of the chase scene to open because you're supposed to run and push it open but the button to push it open is also the button for kick and you have to be like a certain amount away from the door to make her push it open but you have to also crouch at the start to to avoid her falling and that messed me up so bad instead of pushing it always kicked the door which doesnt work . So that took FOREVER to open without dying, then after that you gotta find the room you're supposed to be in then when you get there a statue falls on you and your stuck trying to lift it back up before it crushes you, and they didn't tell you whatsoever what button to mash on (so I had to search that up) BUT after awhile I finally did it !

This is probably the most hardest horror game I've played. it's definitely scary and uncomfortable, maybe not everyone's cup of tea but I genuinely enjoyed playing this game despite the annoying parts, my step mom was definitely having fun hearing my reactions and me being scared shitless 😭

★★★★★﹒

⤷﹐I would recommend this game if you think you could handle the stuff in it (recommend research of what is in the game unless you think you can do it without knowing), and think you can do the annoying parts. As I said, it's not everyone's cup of tea and I fear if this game was popular now it would get lots of hate because it has pretty weird stuff.

I see why my step mom loved this game too though ! I remember seeing someone I watched back then streaming it but I had forgot the games name, but when I visited my dad my step mom showed me what game I should play and it was the game I watched someone stream awhile ago and I was SO shocked my step mom had it so I played it after I finished all of fatal frame ! So glad I gave this game a chance and played it, I'm also gonna take me finishing the game as a big achievement BECAUSE THAT LAST PART WAS ACTUALLY SO TERRIBLY ANNOYING.

This title is a psychological survival horror game that stands out for its haunting atmosphere and unique companion mechanics. The MC is called Fiona Belli, a young woman who wakes up trapped inside a gothic castle after a car accident. Isolated and defenseless, she must rely on her companion, a dog named Hewie, to explore the castle, solve puzzles, and evade relentless pursuers. The relationship between Fiona and Hewie is central to the experience, with trust and obedience shaping how effectively he can help you survive.

The game’s greatest strength lies in its tension and atmosphere. The eerie castle feels oppressive and alive, filled with unsettling details and threatening stalkers who pursue Fiona with disturbing persistence. The panic system, which distorts the screen and controls when Fiona is frightened, is an inspired touch that immerses the player in her vulnerability. Visually, it makes impressive use of the PS2’s hardware, delivering realistic environments and lighting that amplify the dread.

However, the game’s structure can become repetitive, cycling through a pattern of being hunted, hiding, and solving puzzles. The pacing is deliberate and slow, which enhances tension but may frustrate players expecting faster action. Though if you come to this game expecting something like modern Resident Evil, than this one is not for you, this title is even slower than the very first RE entry, which is great for fans of oldschool survival horror. The controls are somewhat stiff, and while the story’s premise is intriguing, it doesn’t always deliver deep character development or a strong narrative payoff.

Despite these flaws, this game remains a memorable and underrated entry in the survival horror genre. Its focus on fear, helplessness, and psychological unease, combined with the emotional bond between Fiona and Hewie, gives it a distinctive identity. Though some people gave it mixed reviews upon release, it has since gained a loyal cult following for its atmosphere, originality, and haunting tone. This is a must-play if you are a fan of survival horror, especially if you like the more slower versions of them like the first entries of RE an Silent Hill.