Planned Release Date: To be announced

About This Game

MANDATO is a short, story-driven first-person horror game inspired by Filipino culture and social issues. Explore a Filipino town where political influence reaches far beyond city hall—and uncover the disturbing reality hidden beneath promises, loyalty, and public image.

This release contains the first chapter of the story and takes approximately 35–45 minutes to complete.

THE STORY

You play as Juan, a devoted supporter of his town’s powerful mayor. His wife, Mina, is an uncompromising journalist determined to expose the injustice hidden beneath the mayor’s carefully maintained image.

While working at a local bar, Juan begins to overhear suspicious conversations between criminals and influential politicians. Bribery, disappearances, political intimidation, and extrajudicial killings may all be connected to the man he has trusted for years.

As Mina’s investigation brings them closer to the truth, Juan’s loyalty is gradually tested. In a town where the powerful control the law, simply knowing too much could put their lives in danger.

GAMEPLAY

Explore the environment from a first-person perspective, interact with characters and objects, and complete story objectives as the events of the night unfold. Examine documents, photographs, messages, and other clues that reveal more about the town and the people controlling it.

Your smartphone is also an important part of the experience. Use it to receive messages, follow developing events, and interact with story-related content.

The game focuses on narrative, atmosphere, exploration, and psychological horror rather than combat. Horror sequences and unsettling events gradually interrupt Juan’s ordinary life as the truth begins to surface.

FEATURES

• A short, linear first-person narrative lasting approximately 35–45 minutes

• A story about corruption, political loyalty, and the consequences of speaking out

• An atmospheric Filipino setting inspired by local communities and everyday life

• Environmental exploration and interactive story objectives

• Documents, photographs, phone messages, and conversations that reveal a larger mystery

• Dialogue-driven scenes featuring Filipino characters and cultural themes

• Psychological horror sequences and disturbing imagery

• No combat—the experience focuses on storytelling, tension, and atmosphere

• The opening chapter of Juan and Mina’s larger story

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

This game may contain very frightening scenes that may not be suitable for young audiences.