


After ten years of construction, the government announces to the world the completion of a top-secret project based in the Pacific Ocean, known as Stiver Island (Capital Island in the Japanese version). The Japanese version is one of the few games to support the Rez Vibrator. There are seven possible endings to the game. At one point, Keith has choice of companion, Karen or Kelly, both with different areas to explore and storylines to uncover. Keith is accompanied by various companions. Items are stored in the players backpack, which has a limited number of slots, but larger backpacks can be collected. Customisation of equipment can help Keith, or in the case of certain accessories, change his appearance.

When an aftershock strikes, the player must make Keith crouch, to keep him stable and safe from harm. Ultimately, the aim of the game is to move through the city avoiding hazards and finding new routes through seemingly impassable hazards. It is possible to give the character's companion water. Water can be drunk from clean taps or from bottled water filled up along the way. If the player does not do this, the character begins to slowly lose health. If the character becomes thirsty from running or other strenuous tasks, the player must provide the character with drinking water. HP is the character's health and QP is the amount of energy the character has left.
