THE HOLLOW SHIFT
A psychological horror game set in a rural Philippine town in the 1980s—where the past never stays buried. You arrive to visit your grandfather’s cabin, hoping for a quiet stay and a chance to earn some extra funds by taking a night shift at Litoy’s small sari-sari store in rural quiet town.
But as the nights pass, something feels… off. Strange noises. Odd occurrences. Whispers of the past that refuse to stay buried.
What begins as a simple job soon spirals into a terrifying mystery—one that forces you to confront the horrors hidden in the dark and uncover a truth that was never meant to be found.
Official Trailer
Features:
Classic Psychological Horror – Slow-building tension, eerie atmosphere, and a creeping sense of dread.
Authentic 1980s Provincial Setting – Explore a small rural town, a grandfather’s old cabin, and other unsettling locations inspired by real-life Filipino provinces.
Retro Horror Aesthetic – Inspired by PS1-style visuals and atmospheric horror games, with a classic music box soundtrack that holds more secrets than it seems.
Puzzle-Solving & Exploration – Search for clues, uncover hidden objects, and solve environmental puzzles to piece together the horrifying past.
A Story of Tragedy & Regret – The past never forgets. Can you escape the nightmare, or will history repeat itself?
Controls:
| Control | Action |
| WASD | Move |
| Left Click / E | Interact |
| Right Click | Zoom |
| Tab | Open/Close Inventory |
| F | Flashlight |
| Esc | Pause |
Gameplay Screenshots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is THE HOLLOW SHIFT?
THE HOLLOW SHIFT is a psychological horror game set in a rural Philippine town during the 1980s. Players take on the role of someone visiting their grandfather’s cabin while working a night shift at a small sari-sari store.
What can players expect from the game?
Players can expect a slow-building horror experience featuring mysterious events, unsettling encounters, exploration, and a story filled with hidden secrets from the past.
Is the game based on real events?
THE HOLLOW SHIFT is a fictional horror experience inspired by the atmosphere, culture, and rural settings of the Philippines in the 1980s.
What type of horror does the game focus on?
The game focuses on psychological horror, creating tension through atmosphere, mystery, strange occurrences, and the fear of discovering what lies beneath the surface.
How long is the game?
THE HOLLOW SHIFT is designed as a focused horror experience where players uncover the mystery through exploration and investigation.