You are 5 years old.
Your parents left.
And your sister made a TERRIBLE mistake.
MATILDA was created by a 20-year-old solo developer while balancing university and game development.Thousands of players have already entered the house.
Now it's your turn.
More About MATILDA
Your parents leave for the night to celebrate their anniversary.
They trust the two of you to stay home, finish your responsibilities, and be asleep before they return.
They leave you alone with your older sister, Matilda.
At first everything feels normal.
Until Matilda discovers a strange game hidden beneath her bed.
A game neither of you should have played.
"The New Friend Game."
Something enters the house that night.
And it isn't your sister anymore.
Features
- 30–45 Minute Horror Experience
- Atmospheric Exploration
- Entity Hunting
- Radar System
- Multiple Scares & Secrets
- PSX / VHS Inspired Visuals
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3 or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Integrated Intel HD Graphics / AMD Radeon Vega
- Storage: 150 MB available space for Chapter 1; 300 MB for MATILDA 2
- Peripherals: Keyboard and mouse
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Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars
In order to download this game you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $4.50 USD at official platform for Red Cap Games, itch.io through the links given above.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the main story premise of MATILDA?
You play as a 5-year-old boy left home alone with your older sister, Matilda, while your parents celebrate their anniversary. The horror begins when Matilda uncovers "The New Friend Game" under her bed and summons a demon that possesses her.
2. How much hard drive space do I need for both chapters?
The game is extremely lightweight due to its retro aesthetic. The downloaded file for MATILDA Chapter 1 is roughly 133 MB, while MATILDA 2 takes up about 264 MB.
3. How long does it take to complete the game?
The initial game is a short, narrative-driven experience lasting about 15 to 25 minutes. The sequel, MATILDA 2, expands the gameplay into the surrounding forest and takes roughly 30 to 45 minutes to finish.
4. Why am I getting a "Windows Protected Your PC" popup when launching it?
Because Red Cap Games is an independent solo creator, the executable file isn't registered with Microsoft's database. To play, click "More Info" on the Windows SmartScreen popup and select "Run Anyway" to start the game.
5. Can I play this horror game on a Mac?
No, the game natively only provides download packages for the Windows platform. Mac users will have to use third-party Windows compatibility programs like Whisky, Crossover, or a virtual machine to launch the executable.
6. What gameplay mechanics are featured in the sequel?
While Chapter 1 focuses on hiding in your house, MATILDA 2 introduces a flashlight battery mechanic, entity tracking via a radar system, and a puzzle loop where you must collect broken doll pieces hidden in the woods.
7. Is there controller support available on itch.io?
The game is built primarily for keyboard and mouse inputs to look around and interact with objects. If you want to use a controller, you will need to map your buttons using desktop remapping software like JoyToKey.
8. Who developed MATILDA and how can I support them?
The game was built entirely by a 20-year-old solo university student. You can download the games directly on the Red Cap Games itch.io profile, where you can choose to donate extra money to fund their future indie horror projects.
