Still Life 2 is the 2009 sequel to the original detective thriller, continuing the chilling saga of FBI Agent Victoria McPherson as she races to uncover the identity of a meticulous serial killer dubbed the East Coast Torturer. Set in fall 2008 Maine, you also play as journalist Paloma Hernandez—kidnapped and embroiled in a cat-and-mouse game—as the story switches between investigation and desperate survival.

Key features

• Dual protagonists offering contrasting gameplay styles
  Alternate between Victoria’s forensic detective work and Paloma’s tense evasion of the killer.

• Investigation-focused thriller narrative
  Piece together clues using evidence kits, autopsies, and interviews to advance the case.

• High-stakes survival sequences
  Paloma’s chapters hinge on avoiding traps and escaping danger in horrific environments.

• Psychological horror atmosphere
  The tone is dark and mature, with crime scenes that emphasize psychological tension.

• Inventory-based puzzles and forensic tools
  Use fingerprint scanners, luminol, DNA analysis, and environmental interaction to progress.

• Detailed environments with full 3D graphics
  Visually realized scenes of Maine crime locations and killer hideouts enhance immersion.

• Strong emphasis on storytelling over action
  Narrative pacing relies on suspense, dialogue, and plot twists rather than combat or exploration.

• Mixed reception noting story strength but gameplay flaws
  Critics praised the plot ending but cited issues with bugs, inventory system, and pacing.

• Medium-length, single-player experience
  A linear storyline that typically lasts 8–12 hours without branching or replay features.