Walkthrough#
Walkthrough Overview#
Game Phases#
| Phase | Length | Main content | Suggested level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early | 5-10h | Tutorial, basic mechanic unlocks | 1-10 |
| Opening | 10-20h | Core system unlocks, main progress | 10-20 |
| Mid-game | 20-30h | Open-world exploration, side quests | 20-30 |
| Late game | 30-40h | Main-story climax, powerful gear | 30-40 |
| Endgame | 40+h | Full collection, challenge content | 40-50+ |
Early-Game Essentials#
Move forward in the dark — a complete walkthrough guide for a horror game. 2. Don’t skip the tutorial; the core mechanics unlock within the first few hours 4. Explore the starting area to get basic equipment 5. Talk to NPCs to pick up the initial side quests 6. Learn the combat rhythm and basic combos
Mid-Game Strategy#
| Focus | Advice |
|---|---|
| Main story | Push until all areas are unlocked |
| Side quests | Clear side quests whenever you reach a new area |
| Gear | Refresh gear once per chapter |
| Collecting | Grab what you pass by; no need to chase |
| Skills | Prioritize practical skills |
| Resources | Save consumables for boss fights |
Late-Game Push#
Before entering the final chapter, complete these preparations:
- Update to the current best gear
- Stockpile enough medicine and consumables
- Complete key side quests to obtain crucial items
- Back up saves in case of multi-ending choices
- Confirm nothing permanently missable remains
Endgame Content#
| Content | Unlock condition | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| New Game+ | Clear the main story | Carry gear over and re-challenge |
| Challenge mode | Clear the main story | High-difficulty challenges |
| Full collection | After clearing | Use an interactive map |
| Achievement cleanup | Anytime | Watch for missable achievements |
| Multiplayer | Depends on game design | Play online with friends |
Key Milestones#
Chapter 1#
- Main objectives
- Unlocks
- Collection notes
- Boss fight
Chapter 2#
- Main objectives
- Unlocks
- Collection notes
- Boss fight
Chapter 3#
- Main objectives
- Unlocks
- Collection notes
- Boss fight
Chapter 4#
- Main objectives
- Unlocks
- Collection notes
- Boss fight
Final Chapter#
- Main objectives
- Cautions
- Multiple endings
Efficiency Tips#
- At every new area, find a merchant and update gear first
- After the main story unlocks a new ability, go back and explore areas you couldn’t reach before
- If stuck more than 30 minutes, try leveling up or taking another route
- Use the fast-travel system to save time
- Note that dialogue choices affect the story’s direction
- Save manually on a regular basis to prevent unexpected loss
Efficient Clear Route#
Full Collection Route#
| Step | Action | Length | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Complete main story Chapter 1 | 1-2h | Unlocks basic systems |
| 2 | Clear Chapter 1 side quests and collections | 1-2h | Watch for unmissable content |
| 3 | Push main story Chapter 2 | 2-3h | Unlocks new areas |
| 4 | Explore the Chapter 2 area | 2-3h | Get key equipment |
| 5 | Push main story Chapter 3 | 3-4h | Story turning point |
| 6 | Full collection in Chapter 3 | 3-4h | The chapter with the most collectibles |
| 7 | Complete main story Chapter 4 | 2-3h | Approaching endgame |
| 8 | Final preparations | 1-2h | Back up saves |
| 9 | Complete the main story’s final chapter | ||
| 10 | Endgame cleanup and completion | 5-10h | Remaining achievements/collections |
Boss Fight Strategies#
| Boss type | General strategy | Cautions |
|---|---|---|
| Humanoid boss | Watch attack patterns; focus on parry-counters | Watch for feints |
| Large boss | Attack weak points, keep moving | Watch for AoE attacks |
| Caster boss | Interrupt casts, use items | Watch elemental counters |
| Group bosses | Kill squishy targets first, use AoE | Watch coordinated attacks |
| Final boss | Come prepared, trade patience | Usually has multiple phases |
Full Collection Guide#
| Collectible type | Amount | Missable? | Best time to collect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key items | Few | Partly missable | During the main story |
| Collectibles | Many | Usually not | After clearing |
| Secret areas | Moderate | Partly time-limited | While exploring |
| Achievement-related | Moderate | Partly missable | Against a checklist |
| Breakable objects | Extremely many | No | Any time |
New Game+ Planning#
| Playthrough | Main goal | Suggested build |
|---|---|---|
| First | Free exploration, enjoy the story | Standard loadout |
| Second | Full collection, finish achievements | Best loadout |
| Third | Challenge play, self-imposed limits | Experimental loadout |
| Fourth+ | Speedruns or mods | Specialized loadout |
Common Rookie Mistakes#
| Mistake | Impact | How to avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Ignoring tutorial hints | Missing core mechanics | Read every hint carefully |
| Over-relying on autosave | Losing progress | Build a manual-save habit |
| Beelining the main story | Missing gear and resources | Explore each new area first |
| Wasting resources on the unnecessary | Shortages in key fights | Plan usage priorities |
| Not reading enemy attack patterns | Getting hit constantly | Observe and learn before attacking |
| Never upgrading gear | Late-game fights get hard | Refresh gear regularly |
More Resources#
| Resource | Type | How to get it |
|---|---|---|
| This game’s guide hub | Full guides | Browse the site’s other pages |
| Official patch notes | Update info | Official website or in game |
| Player wiki | Community database | Search a search engine for the in-game wiki or community guide sites |
| Game Discord | Live community | Official or community Discord servers |
| Speedrun community | Speedrun resources | Search the game name on speedrun.com |
| Modding community | Player mods | Nexus Mods or the Steam Workshop |