| Release: 15 March 2024 Developer: TS GAMES LLC OS: Windows 10, 11 (64-bit) CPU: Intel Core i5 GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 ATI RAM: 16 Gb Storage: 3 Gb Steam Reviews: Very Positive Version: (Full Game) Latest version |
Ethel introduces Thomas Mertle, a WWII veteran who faced difficulties in adapting after the war. His story is burdened by post-traumatic stress disorder and addiction, which led to the destruction of his family and the loss of his home. In 1949, the protagonist finds shelter with his grandparents, who help him stay sober, but his fragile balance is upset by an accusation of stealing medicine.The situation reaches its peak at night, when Thomas wakes up in his grandmother's room among traces of blood, with no memory of what happened and discovering her disappearance; this forces him to flee and hide for 12 years until he decides to return to establish the truth about what happened. Ethel's gameplay is based on exploring a detailed mansion from a first-person perspective to clarify the circumstances of the key mystery. Gamers look for clues placed in the environment to put together a picture of the events of the night when the hero disappeared. Progress is associated with solving puzzles that require attention to detail and manipulating objects in the house.The process itself contains elements of psychological pressure and unexplained phenomena that can be provoked by actions, influencing the game world. There is a checkpoint system for resuming the passage. The narrative is presented mainly through the environment and notes found when exploring locations. The player creates a story about Thomas and his grandmother, which touches on the themes of the hero's trauma and the unclear circumstances of his relative's disappearance. The structure of this game implies multiple routes and alternative endings. Choices and discoveries shape the outcome, providing an incentive for repeated runs to reveal other facets of what happened.