Nothing Strange Here

Nothing Strange Here is a mystery adventure game set in the open-world town of Larcenest Gap. You take the role of a journalist who has recently moved to the area and begins to notice that something is not right. The game involves meeting local residents, taking on unusual quests and investigating a mystery that extends beyond the player’s day job. The world is divided into handcrafted areas ranging from forests to city streets, and the game is designed around exploration, photography and finding hidden content.

The central mechanic is the camera. Players photograph notable moments during quests and then turn these into published articles. On completing each quest, the player picks one of three article styles, and the chosen article affects how the town responds. This can alter the gossip on the town’s quest board, change the appearance and atmosphere of areas, and influence how the townsfolk behave, with characters remembering what has been written about them and in some cases changing their clothing to match.

The game also includes a sticker collection system. Stickers are unlocked by photographing odd moments, finishing quests and exploring hidden locations, and can be used to decorate an in-game journal or scrapbook, whether as a creative record or as an evidence board. A day and night cycle is present, and certain events, characters and secrets are only available at particular times. Achievements are also included.