A psychological horror adventure set in the frozen aftermath of a dead sun. Explore buried memories, search your lost daughter, and descend into a world where guilt speaks louder than truth.

This Demo lets you step into Chapter IV of The Protagonist. You will wander through the fractured corridors of Varon Orimir’s mind, guided — and tormented — by his own inner demon.Haunting whispers confront you with his past:<ul class="bb_ul"><li>The disappearance of his daughter.</li><li>The death of his wife.</li><li>The unbearable guilt that nothing could have changed these fates.</li></ul>Over the course of 15–25 minutes, you’ll experience an atmospheric descent into memory, regret, and distorted reality.Created with care by the two-person studio BeforeYouKnowGames, this demo offers a first taste of the psychological horror and emotional storytelling that define The Protagonist.Enjoy the ride — but don’t lose yourself in the subconscious.<img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3980590/extras/1737b8cf773db9a71535bdb2d76920da.avif?t=1769447714" width=1560 height=878 />

The Protagonist Demo

<h2 class="bb_tag" style="text-align: center">THE PROTAGONIST</h2>A haunting journey through memory, silence, and the frozen echoes of a broken world.Centuries after the collapse of the sun, Earth lies in eternal darkness. In this world without light, where silence feels alive and shadows remember your name, The Protagonist invites you into a deeply emotional, narrative-driven psychological experience.You play as Varon Ormir, a lost soul following a mysterious signal through the frozen ruins of the underground — and through the memories of a daughter he thought long gone.<img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3759550/extras/baa9458a5be155fff6e59f99f33281e5.avif?t=1775772213" width=920 height=430 /><h2 class="bb_tag" style="text-align: center">Gameplay &amp; Experience</h2>A story of grief, memory, and redemption Immerse yourself in a slow-burning emotional journey told through fragmented memories, symbolic environments, and haunting voice performances. Every step draws you closer to a truth you may not want to face.Exploration over combat There are no weapons, no battles — only exploration, atmosphere, and discovery. Navigate surreal spaces where the world itself reflects the protagonist’s inner descent.<h2 class="bb_tag" style="text-align: center">Story &amp; Setting</h2>Six centuries after Stillwake — the event that extinguished the sun — humanity clings to life deep beneath the ice. The underground colonies are divided by belief and isolation, while the surface above remains silent and forgotten.When a faint radio signal speaks with the voice of his daughter, Varon descends into a labyrinth of ice, faith, and memory — where the line between life and death slowly dissolves.<h2 class="bb_tag" style="text-align: center">What Makes It Unique</h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li>Emotionally powerful narrative — told through atmospheric exploration and evocative voice acting.</li><li>No combat, no distractions — focus entirely on story, emotion, and discovery.</li><li>Rich soundscape — an original score that shifts between beauty and despair, guiding every step.</li><li>Symbolic and surreal environments — explore a world shaped by guilt, memory, and hope.</li></ul><h2 class="bb_tag" style="text-align: center">Playtime</h2>A 2-hour focused experience — designed to be played in one immersive sitting.<h2 class="bb_tag" style="text-align: center">Sound &amp; Performance</h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li>Original soundtrack — haunting, minimal, and deeply emotional.</li><li>Voice acting that captures grief, longing, and fragile hope.</li></ul><h2 class="bb_tag" style="text-align: center">Core Themes</h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li>Memory &amp; Loss — echoes of a past that refuses to fade.</li><li>Guilt &amp; Forgiveness — the fragile path toward redemption.</li><li>Silence &amp; Isolation — the sacred quiet of a dying world.</li><li>Hope in the Dark — a single light that refuses to go out.</li></ul>