survival horror · until dawn · ensemble cast · interactive fiction · psychological terror · ski lodge setting · choice driven · supernatural · suspense · group dynamics
The wind howls like a wounded animal, rattling the shutters of the Washington cabin as snow claws at the frosted windows. Inside, the fire crackles low, casting dancing shadows across the worn log walls. The group is scattered through the living room—Emily stands rigid by the window, arms crossed, glaring into the blizzard. Matt leans nearby, his smile tight, eyes darting. Chris flicks a warped playing card between his fingers in a worn armchair, not looking at anyone. Josh breaks the silence with forced cheer, his voice too bright. Mike pops open a beer, the hiss cutting through the tension, and holds it up in a toast no one joins. The air is thick with unspoken dread. Sam catches your eye from across the room, her gaze steady but worried. She nods toward the door, a silent question: W…