The Third Shift

From the Devs

The Third Shift is a Game Boy Styled horror game inspired by classic horror titles like Resident Evil and Clock Tower. 

As the newly hired security guard at the Roanoke Museum of History and Wonder, you’ll be working under the watchful eye of your boss, Daniel. 

An Adventure in Multiple Perspectives

• Blend 3rd and 2nd person perspectives as you see yourself through video surveillance.

• 1st person point and click style gameplay when you’re away from the camera’s view.

A Museum of Mystery, History, Wonder… and Nightmares

Navigate the Roanoke Museum, a twisted, labyrinthian assortment of halls and exhibits.

Piece together the horrifying mystery behind the museum and the surrounding community of Roanoke Island.

The history of Roanoke, and the disappearance of the Lost Colony, play a part in this ominous tale…

The Exhibits

Journey through vast and complex exhibits as you are hunted by gruesome creatures. 

Each unique exhibit covers a specific topic bursting with detail, educational info, and terrifying secrets.

• The Human Body Exhibit - A controversial exhibit that holds plastinated corpses that display grafted human specimens. Where did these bodies come from?

• The Aquarium - Wander through the tranquil halls and underwater tunnels of this stunning pixel recreation of an aquarium atmosphere. Aquatic fun for the whole family! 

• Terrors of the Deep - Beneath The Aquarium you’ll find a haunting exhibit showcasing deep-sea creatures and other mysteries.

• The Cryptids Exhibit - Learn about the cryptids of the world in this massive showstopper exhibit! Discover the Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Chupacabra, and many more!

• Those Who Came Before - A hauntingly beautiful exhibit dedicated to the Indigenous people of the Island.

• Our Island - See the world’s largest potato! Big Beard the Pirate! Mama Jo’s eatery! What’s not to love?! 

• The Mystery (and History) of Roanoke - Learn about the events that happened during the colonization of Roanoke in the late 16th century.

• ??? - Disturbing secrets lie underneath the museum. You’ll have to experience the game to discover what these might be.

Branching Paths and Multiple Endings

In The Third Shift, the decisions you make matter. 

Designed with replayability in mind, experience one of six different endings.

As you progress through the story, the directions you take and the dialogue decisions you make will have an impact on your ending… and your paycheck.

A Retro Horror Aesthetic

• Set in the 90s and packed with nostalgia.

• An homage to the classic Game Boy look and feel.

• Exquisitely grotesque pixel art and animation, brimming with detail.

• An eerie chiptune soundtrack paired with crunchy audio design.

• A unique blend of horror, comedy, and charm.

• Collect pop caps and press pennies via the Penny Pincher machine.

• Switch between 17 color palettes to fit your mood.

• Different death cutscenes for every enemy encounter.