Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing in Disguise

Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing in Disguise is an open-world thriller where an FBI agent takes on a case of strange murders in a small town. The story takes place in two times at once: one line is connected with the hero’s past, the second - with the events of the sequel. The town gets around on foot and by car, and between tasks the agent manages to dine at eateries and chat with the locals. Some scenes are presented in a deliberately strange way. The combat is simple, but there is survival: weapons break, and ammo counts. Puzzles are scattered throughout the story locations. The car allows you to quickly move between points, but gasoline also counts. Side activities like saving a cat or playing cards provide small bonuses. Conversations with locals reveal part of the truth, although almost everyone here lies. The second case is presented through a return to the past, and little by little it becomes clear who is who. Weapons break at the most inopportune moments, but repairs are inexpensive. Companions help in battles, but orders are given to them manually. The agent conducts business himself, and the map marks only large points. The weather in the town changes, and when it rains the streets look completely different. Some side characters appear only at certain hours. The food scenes look weird, and that's on purpose. The second city opens after the first chapters. The case is full of details, and some of them do not relate directly to the murder. Local residents live an ordinary life, and this is the main strangeness of the town. The weather and residents' schedules change, so the city lives its own life. For those who like weird, open-world mysteries, this title is perfect.