Blair Witch Chapter 3
In Chapter 3 of the Blair Witch game, players find themselves in a dark and foreboding forest, continuing the search for the missing boy, Peter Shannon. The chapter kicks off with Ellis waking up from a disturbing flashback, standing outside his tent. To navigate the night, players are advised to use their flashlight and keep an eye out for items of interest.
One crucial element introduced in this chapter is the red tapes mechanic. Players discover a camcorder with a tape inside, showcasing a person picking up a toy police car. By manipulating the tape, players make the toy car appear in the distance, a cue detected by Bullet, Ellis's loyal canine companion. Following Bullet's lead, players track down scents and clues, relying on the flashlight or the camcorder's night vision mode to see in the darkness.
The forest is filled with eerie symbols and wooden totems, hinting at the supernatural forces at play. Bullet guides players through fallen logs, dead tree stumps, and rock hills, uncovering essential items and triggering significant story events. The chapter is punctuated with moments of tension and discovery, maintaining the game's atmospheric psychological horror.