The Haunted Building
Genuine Studio · 2024 · Horror, Multiple Endings, Visual Novel, 1990's, Story Rich
PC
Very Positive87% · 341
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About The Haunted Building
Every scene is a foreshadowing.
This is more than just a “ghost story.”
By unlocking different endings, your expectations will be overturned—twice—and your understanding of the truth will shift in completely unexpected ways.“The Haunted Building: The Locksmith on the First Floor” is a uniquely styled horror adventure set in the public housing block Cheung Wing House.
You play as Lee Shing, a young part-time security guard who becomes entangled in a series of unforgettable, nerve-wracking events inside this mysterious building.The story takes place in a residential block scheduled for demolition and redevelopment.
Because a handful of tenants still refuse to move out, your main duty is to collect their relocation consent forms.However, you soon discover that strange things lurk in every corner.
Each remaining resident behaves in unsettling ways…
And rumors of terrifying spirits wandering the building only make Lee Shing’s investigation even more dangerous.Set against the backdrop of 1990s Hong Kong, the game carries a strong nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic Hong Kong cinema, letting players relive an era filled with atmosphere and tension.
You must find a way—by any means necessary—to convince him to leave, and unravel the mysteries surrounding him.Every choice you make shapes the story and leads to multiple endings.
Some truths require more than one playthrough to uncover.
Whether the tenants live or die, and whether Lee Shing can survive and see through the lies—all depends on you.*The second unit “The Braided-Hair Girl” is currently in development, along with the series prequel “Urban Legend: Takeout.” Stay tuned!
This is more than just a “ghost story.”
By unlocking different endings, your expectations will be overturned—twice—and your understanding of the truth will shift in completely unexpected ways.“The Haunted Building: The Locksmith on the First Floor” is a uniquely styled horror adventure set in the public housing block Cheung Wing House.
You play as Lee Shing, a young part-time security guard who becomes entangled in a series of unforgettable, nerve-wracking events inside this mysterious building.The story takes place in a residential block scheduled for demolition and redevelopment.
Because a handful of tenants still refuse to move out, your main duty is to collect their relocation consent forms.However, you soon discover that strange things lurk in every corner.
Each remaining resident behaves in unsettling ways…
And rumors of terrifying spirits wandering the building only make Lee Shing’s investigation even more dangerous.Set against the backdrop of 1990s Hong Kong, the game carries a strong nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic Hong Kong cinema, letting players relive an era filled with atmosphere and tension.
About Unit One: The Locksmith
The first chapter focuses on a locksmith living on the first floor.You must find a way—by any means necessary—to convince him to leave, and unravel the mysteries surrounding him.Every choice you make shapes the story and leads to multiple endings.
Some truths require more than one playthrough to uncover.
Whether the tenants live or die, and whether Lee Shing can survive and see through the lies—all depends on you.*The second unit “The Braided-Hair Girl” is currently in development, along with the series prequel “Urban Legend: Takeout.” Stay tuned!
Features
- A Hong Kong–style narrative that plays like binge-watching a suspense drama.
- Fully voiced in Cantonese for an authentic local experience.
- 3D-modeled Hong Kong public housing for richer atmosphere and immersion.
- A complete storyline with multiple endings—some truths can only be discovered through repeated playthroughs.
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
When the game first came out, most of us were disappointed that it was only in the Chinese language when they already stated on the store page that it had English language. The developers promised us, and they delivered! We are finally able to play this wonderful game with English subtitles. The Haunted Building is a visual novel mixed with Point & Click elements. You play as Lee Shing, a new security guard at an old building. He was planning to work there temporarily, and those thoughts persisted, especially after he discovered that the building would be demolished soon and that he would have to convince the remaining few residents to sign a consent to move. It wasn't an easy job, not when the resistance is high, and slowly he is starting to see things, paranormal activities. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3613222943 I didn't expect the story to be this good. The more you play it, the more you discover. It is very well written, and each character served their role well. I especially enjoyed the side stories, which make you see everything from a different perspective. When you play the game again, the outcome will be different, as if your character stores w…31 found this helpful
The Haunted Building, developed and published by Genuine Studio, is a narrative-focused first-person horror experience set within the aging walls of a 1990s Hong Kong public housing complex. Rather than leaning entirely on shock-driven scares, the game constructs its terror through atmosphere, cultural specificity, and layered storytelling. It places players in the role of Lee Shing, a part-time security guard tasked with persuading tenants to sign relocation consent forms before the building’s demolition. What initially appears to be bureaucratic routine gradually unravels into a tense and deeply personal mystery filled with psychological unease and hints of supernatural interference. The setting plays a crucial role in shaping the game’s identity. The housing estate feels authentic and lived-in, from narrow stairwells and dim corridors to modest apartments cluttered with everyday objects. This grounded realism strengthens the horror elements, as the fear emerges not from fantasy environments but from a space that feels plausible and intimate. The architecture’s repetition and confined design enhance the sense of claustrophobia, while flickering lights and distant echoes inject s…1 found this helpful
Finally support english! now is playable for all peope :D now I only need the haunted building 2 support english
Very fun game
10/10 story
game designed with details. worth your money
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