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The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, 01

The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, 01

Dread rating: 7/10

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The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, 02

The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, 02

Dread rating: 7:10 to Red Creek

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The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, 03

Dread rating: Breezes

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Dread rating: MAXIMUM DREAD

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