Hi Entropy Phi,
Thanks for visiting Northbury Grove! We've added your play-through to the Northbury Grove playlist...but we're sad to hear you didn't survive your stay. We think you can beat the game if you give it another shot.
You actually can dodge and hide from the killer. But you gotta be careful. Let me help you with a few pointers / tips.
- The killer WILL see your flashlight, so turn it off if he's nearby. (Or if you're hiding in a locker.)
- If you camp too long he's bound to find you....
- Listen carefully to the sound of his footsteps.
- Pay attention to what doors are closed / open, you'll be able to estimate his location and avoid him accordingly.
- You can 'trip him up' around furniture.
- Take him on a few loops and hide when you feel like you've lost him.
- The items are randomly spawned. All of the items will always spawn, but you do gotta keep your eyes peeled. Take a mental note where you find everything.
As for the map feeling scattered, I'd suggest following the lights. They will lead you on the correct path! The next game will be more dynamic and balanced in tone / gameplay. Let us know if these tips helped!
Cheers,
Jon