The Distortion Project
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Within a narrative set entirely in a second person point-of-view, you begin your journey as a key element in a classified government organization, tasked with researching the nightmarish Universe 114, an alternative shadow of Earth corrupted by darkness.
However, as you traverse the many horrors of this strange new realm, you begin to realize that everything you think you know is wrong. All prior research is null and void, and you soon find yourself consumed in a pool of deceit, betrayal, paranoia, and ultimate insanity.
As you complete your journey, it's up to you to solve the many mysteries and uncover the truth about Universe 114, but be warned - nobody can be trusted. Not even yourself.
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