DreadXP brings gamers a twisty dive into childhood nostalgia with Amanda the Adventurer, now playable on Nintendo Switch. Crafted by the devs at MANGLEDmaw Games, this title marries the found footage horror genre with a faux children’s TV show vibe.
Who’s Amanda? Meet Your New Childhood Haunt
In Amanda the Adventurer, players fill the shoes of Riley Park, who’s just inherited an old house from Aunt Kate. What’s in the attic? A stash of VHS tapes showcasing the adventures of Amanda and her fluffy companion, Wooly the Sheep. Initially innocent, the videos get darker and raise suspicions that something—or someone—is watching Riley through the TV screen.
Puzzles and Secrets: It’s More Than Just a Show
The game involves more than passively watching episodes. Players are challenged to solve puzzles, connecting narrative dots between each episode. Fiddling with attic objects activates in-game events that bring Amanda’s hidden past to light. Multiple playthroughs reveal extra secret tapes, allowing for a richer understanding of the story, which is told through unsettling live-action cutscenes.
Key Elements That Dial up the Horror
- Interactive Episodes: Learning, laughing, and yes, some chills—experience it all with Amanda.
- Analog Horror Twist: Beneath the cartoonish exterior lies a narrative that becomes increasingly disturbing.
- Back to the ’90s: The game employs ‘90s-era CGI, making it a walk down memory lane.
- Fourth Wall, What Fourth Wall?: Amanda interacts directly with the player, making the experience eerily personal.
- Solve to Survive: Unlock secret paths and endings by solving the game’s puzzles.
Platform Availability and Pricing Deets
For those eager to partake in this spooky nostalgia trip, Amanda the Adventurer is available for download on the Nintendo eShop priced at $8.99. PC gamers can also get their fix via Steam, with the added bonus of Steam Deck compatibility.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows, Android, Nintendo Switch
