The Stone of Madness – Real-Time Tactical Stealth Game | Uncover the Monastery's Secrets

The Stone of Madness is a gripping real-time tactical stealth game

Brought to you by The Game Kitchen and Tripwire Presents, creators of the acclaimed Blasphemous series. Set in a haunting 18th-century Spanish monastery located deep within the Pyrenees, this is no ordinary asylum or prison. Instead, the monastery serves as a cruel madhouse and inquisitorial prison, where five unique prisoners – Agnes, Leonora, Eduardo, Amelia, and Alfredo – must band together, each drawing upon their distinct abilities, to overcome psychological torment and uncover the monastery’s darkest secrets.

Your mission? Help these prisoners escape, but beware – escaping this heavily guarded and eerie monastery is anything but easy. Each character brings a specific skillset to the table: cast spells, assassinate targets, distract guards, stun evil spirits, and explore hard-to-reach areas. As you switch control between them, you must navigate the treacherous environment, combining their powers to find hidden clues, tools, and alternate routes to freedom.

The characters are more than just prisoners; each suffers from a variety of phobias and traumas that influence how they respond to the world around them. As the game progresses, managing their mental health becomes crucial. Failure to do so could trigger devastating effects such as paranoia, dementia, or violent outbursts, which will alter the way you control the character and impact the group's survival.

With two campaigns to choose from, each offering its own unique storyline, special characters, and objectives, The Stone of Madness delivers a rich and immersive experience. The game’s real-time mechanics mean that every decision counts. Time plays an essential role, with the day providing more opportunities for sneaking and exploring, while night brings the increased threat of paranormal activity and heightened security. If you choose to venture out after dark, you'll face stricter guards and more challenges – but for those brave enough, the rewards might be worth the risk.

One of the most striking aspects of The Stone of Madness is its hand-painted, frame-by-frame animation, heavily inspired by the works of renowned 18th-century Spanish artist Francisco de Goya. The game’s isometric perspective beautifully showcases these visuals, making players feel as if they are adventuring through a living, breathing Goya painting. Every detail has been carefully crafted to immerse players in a world of madness, mystery, and survival.

If you're a fan of stealth gameplay, psychological horror, and tactical strategy, The Stone of Madness is an unforgettable journey into a world where madness and reality blur, and every choice could mean the difference between life and death.