Outlast 2: 10 Scariest Moments From The Demo

5. Opening The Window

Outlast 2 Window
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As one of the only genuinely predictable jump scares in the demo, opening the window to one of the early section's cabins is a frustrating one to get caught by. Bearing all the hallmarks of a classic video game jump, you'll be annoyed that you didn't see it coming and guard yourself.

However, as soon as you step forward to ease the window open, the screeching crow that soars out past your view will send you leaping backwards in you seat. The thing appears instantly and so close to your character that it looks much bigger than just a bird at first. Flashback memories of lunging psychos in the first game will shock you out of your skin, but the eventual realisation that it was just a bird will hurt just as much.

Even after the thing's flown out of sight and your heart rate starts to slow back down, you'll never trust this cabin again. Wandering around will be a collection of nudges and cautious steps; that bird certainly did its job freaking you out!

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