What it is
OFFRECORD is a short, story-driven first-person crime thriller from solo developer Red Cap Games. Released as the first episode of an ongoing story, it follows ex-convict Jason as he returns home after five years in prison, only to be dragged back into violence. The game is currently available on itch.io as a free download (pay-what-you-want, with a $5 suggested price).
From the developer
In the developer’s own words, from redcap-games.itch.io.
Five years behind bars.
One chance to start over.
After five years in prison, Jason returns home, hoping to leave his past behind.
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An old friend. A quiet house. A fresh start.
But some things never change.
WELCOME BACK, JASON.
What begins as an ordinary homecoming soon turns into something far more dangerous.
And before long, Jason finds himself holding a gun again.
He wanted a fresh start.
They had other plans.
FIGHT BACK.
Face armed enemies who take cover, reposition, and fight back.
WHAT TO EXPECT
30-Minute Story-Driven Crime Thriller
PSX-Inspired Visuals
First-Person Gunplay
Cover-Based Enemy AI
Cinematic Dialogue & Cutscenes
The First Episode of an Ongoing Story
CONTENT CREATORS
Want to record or stream OFFRECORD? You're welcome to!
Gameplay videos, streams and monetization are allowed. No need to ask for permission.
Playtime: Approximately 30 minutes.
CONTROLS
WASD — Move
Mouse — Look Around
Shift — Sprint
LMB — Fire
RMB (Hold) — Aim
R — Reload
Scroll Up — Draw Weapon
Scroll Down — Holster Weapon
ESC — Pause / Settings
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Editor takes
“The 30-minute runtime and straightforward WASD/mouse controls make for a tight, responsive loop, but the single Makarov and cover-based AI keep the difficulty curve honest even if there's no room for mechanical depth.”
“With no build variety and a linear story that's over before the first reload, the only replay hook is the 'Straight to Action Mode' in update 1.2, and that's a thin thread for a run addict to pull.”
“The rules are crisp—take cover, aim, reload, survive—and the PSX-era simplicity means every hit lands fair, but the 30-minute length leaves the cover-based systems underdeveloped before you've earned a real aha moment.”
How to play
Movement uses WASD, with the mouse for looking around. Shift sprints, the left mouse button fires, holding the right mouse button aims down sights, and R reloads. The scroll wheel draws or holsters your weapon, and ESC opens pause and settings.
Tips
- Enemies take cover, reposition, and fight back, so staying mobile and using aim-down-sights for precision is key.
- The game is short — roughly 30 minutes — so treat it as a focused, story-first experience rather than a long campaign.
- If you want to jump straight into action, a 'Straight to Action Mode' was added in update 1.2, bypassing the slower opening.
- The PSX-inspired visuals and atmospheric presentation lean into a tense, thriller tone; play with headphones for the full effect.
Questions
How long is OFFRECORD?
Approximately 30 minutes of playtime for the first episode.
Is OFFRECORD free?
It's listed as pay-what-you-want with a $5 suggested price, and is currently on sale at 100% off (free to download).
Can I stream or record the game?
Yes. The developer explicitly allows gameplay videos, streams, and monetization without needing permission.
Is this a full game or a demo?
It's the first episode of an ongoing story, released as a standalone playable chapter.
What platforms is it on?
Windows only, via itch.io.
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