Martha Is Dead is a dark first-person psychological thriller set in Italy in 1944 that blurs the lines between reality, superstition, and the tragedy of war. As the conflict between Germany and the Allies intensifies, the desecrated body of a drowned woman named after ... Martha! Martha is dead, and her twin sister, Giulia, the young daughter of a German soldier, must deal with the severe trauma of murder and the loss of her sister on her own. The hunt for truth is shrouded in an atmosphere of mysterious folklore and the horrors of war, which is tightening ever closer. What will win?Features

• Exceptionally authentic voice acting in ItalianThe first indie game to use Italian as the default setting – full immersion in the story and characters is guaranteed.

From the creator of The Town of LightThe second game from LKA, the award-winning creator of "The Town of Light" and a specialist in reality-based narrative games that tackle challenging topics.

The deep and dark multi-layered narrative of "Martha Is Dead" is an exploration of loss, relationships with others and the psychological consequences of a dark period in history through the eyes of a young woman who is looking for the truth, but who also hides her own secrets.

Explore the breathtaking countryside of the Tuscan countryside – on foot, by boat or by bike. Set in reality, the setting and historical context of "Martha Is Dead" are inspired by real facts and places that have been faithfully recreated in the style characteristic of the LKA studio.

Playing with dollsPlay with numerous sequences, played out in the puppet theater, to recapture repressed memories.

A combination of folklore and superstitionUnlock symbols and use tarot cards to explore new aspects of the game and summon the spirit of the Lady.

Background of the warCollect newspapers, telegrams, and listen to the radio to stay up to date with the events unfolding in the arena of war.

Virtual photographyTake photos for pure pleasure and to progress within the story and explore more aspects of the game world. The simulator will guide you through photography from the 40s of the last century. You'll have the opportunity to develop authentic photos in a fully operational darkroom!

Authentic Italian music of this eraImmerse yourself in the game's deeply evocative and atmospheric music. The soundtrack features underwater music by Between Music, featuring their project Aquasonic; as well as atmospheric and poignant sounds by the composer of "The Town of Light" – Aseptic Void. The pieces are composed into a single whole in the style of this era and are diversified with modified versions of classic pieces, including Schubert's Ave Maria and O Bella Ciao. This whole is complemented by original songs written and performed by Francesca Messina, also known as a disco star from the 90s. The Ridden Woman.