Beginner's Guide
Welcome to your new night job at a humble Bakso Malang stall! What seems like a simple task of serving delicious Indonesian meatball soup quickly turns into a nerve-wracking ordeal. This guide will help you survive your first shifts and understand the core mechanics. Take your time learning - this is a complex horror game that rewards patience. As the night begins, the stall is quiet, and the initial customers seem normal enough, but be prepared for what's to come.
You're working the night shift at a traditional Indonesian bakso stall (meatball noodle shop).
Your Goals:
- Serve hot bakso to real, legitimate customers
- Refuse service to supernatural anomalies
- Follow the posted rules for your shift
- Survive from 7 PM to 6 AM (11 hours)
What You'll Face:
- 40+ different types of anomalies
- Increasing difficulty as the night progresses
- Changing rules that vary between shifts
- Jin (spirit) entities from Indonesian folklore
Movement & Camera
- WASD - Move around stall
- Mouse - Look around
- Stay near service window
Core Actions
- Q - Activate Third Eye
- E - Serve customer
- R - Refuse service
Pro Tip: The Third Eye (Q) is your most important tool. Practice using it in short 1-2 second bursts during your first shift.
Step 1: Read the Rules (First 2 Minutes)
When you spawn, look for the posted rules in your stall. They're usually on a sign or board. Read them carefully and take a screenshot if possible. You won't be able to check them again during the shift.
Step 2: Wait for First Customer
Position yourself at the service window. Customers will approach from outside. You'll hear footsteps and see them walk up.
Step 3: Examine the Customer
For each customer:
- Look at their appearance - do they look normal?
- Did you hear footsteps when they approached?
- Listen to what they say/request
- Press Q to activate Third Eye for 1-2 seconds
- Check if they violate any posted rules
Step 4: Make Your Decision
Press E to serve (if they're normal) or R to refuse (if they're an anomaly or violate rules). When in doubt in your first shifts, refuse service - it's safer.
Step 5: Repeat Until Dawn
Continue serving customers until 6 AM. The shift lasts about 20-30 minutes of real time. Early shifts are easy, but difficulty increases after midnight.
Mistake #1: Not Reading the Rules
Many beginners skip the rules and focus only on anomaly detection. Rules violations can end your shift immediately. Always read them first.
Mistake #2: Overusing Third Eye
Holding Q continuously seems safe, but it fills a green meter that triggers bad consequences. Use it in short bursts only when needed.
Mistake #3: Rushing Decisions
You're not on a timer. Take 5-10 seconds to properly examine each customer. Rushing leads to serving anomalies.
Mistake #4: Ignoring Audio Cues
Footsteps, voice tone, and ambient sounds are important detection tools. Many anomalies approach silently or speak unnaturally.
Start by recognizing these obvious anomalies:
Faceless Customer
No eyes, nose, or mouth. Completely blank face. Immediate refusal.
Wrong Colors
Bright purple skin, neon green hair, unnatural tones. Easy visual detection.
Extra Limbs
Three or more arms, extra legs visible. Obviously abnormal.
Shadow Figure
Completely black silhouette with no features. Critical threat - refuse immediately.
Don't expect perfection. Here's what to aim for in your first 5 shifts:
Shift 1: Learn the Basics
Goal: Survive with ANY ending. Learn controls, understand rules, get comfortable with Third Eye. 40-50% accuracy is fine.
Shifts 2-3: Build Confidence
Goal: Reach 60-70% accuracy. Start recognizing common anomalies. Practice rule compliance.
Shifts 4-5: Develop Strategy
Goal: 75-85% accuracy. Begin targeting specific endings. Understand all mechanics.
After 5-10 shifts, when you're comfortable with basics:
- Detection Techniques Guide - Master advanced anomaly identification
- Survival Tips - Improve your survival rate and consistency
- Endings Walkthrough - Unlock specific endings
- Advanced Tactics - Perfect shifts and speedrun strategies