Publisher Chorus Worldwide and developer Cellar Vault Games confirmed that Paper Ghost Stories: Third Eye Open, the next grim installment in an award-winning anthology of creepy tales inspired by Malaysian myths and Chinese culture, will launch for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam for PC this week!

Third Eye Open is a supernatural narrative adventure about a young girl coming of age. Guide Ting, a Chinese-Malaysian girl whose home is actively breaking apart, through the woes of adolescence, challenging friendships, and spiritual encounters. Befriend Xiu, a young ghost longing for eternal rest, and help them seek peace in a "paper theater"-style world inspired by the Joss-Papercraft of Southeast Asia. Play minigames, solve emotional puzzles, and avoid the dark spirits haunting Ting’s journey.

Her Journey

Spanning five pivotal years of Ting’s childhood, you will discover how her supernatural abilities make her different from her peers. Will you be able to come to terms with this power? Will you be able to help your family, friends and those lost souls along the way? Competing spirits will vie for Ting’s help, both guiding and misguiding you along the way, as they pursue their own conflicting agendas.

Her Fate

In order for Ting to unravel the mystery at the heart of the emotional journey you will need to navigate challenging conversations, save lost souls, solve compelling puzzles and stealthily avoid dark spirits and other threats. Ting will also need to contend with her own family, on the verge of falling apart… where she might be its only salvation.

A beautiful, cultural adventure

Third Eye Open is presented in a stunning, living "paper theatre" style, inspired by the Joss-Papercraft of Southeast Asia. From its activities and locations, to its characters and dialogue, the story is steeped in Malaysian tradition, culture and folklore. You’ll visit the Morning Markets, befriend an elderly monk, feast on Lok Lok and Nyonya Kuih at the Night Market, avoid the wandering spirits of the woods, and much more.

Paper Ghost Stories: Third Eye Open will be available for Xbox Series, PS5, Switch and PC (Steam) on September 5, 2024.

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