Can’t wait to play Ghostwire: Tokyo later this month? Why not play the free visual novel that serves as its prequel for now?

Publisher Bethesda and developer Tango Gameworks have released the game’s free visual novel –Ghostwire: Tokyo – Prelude– for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The PC version (Steam and Epic) will be out on 8 March.

Here’s a quick overview:

“Dive deeper into the world of Ghostwire with the Ghostwire: Tokyo – Prelude. In this exciting visual novel adventure, players will join the mysterious KK and his team of supernatural detectives as they investigate an unusual disappearance. However, along their journey they’ll stumble upon something even more sinister. Players can choose different interactions with KK’s associates to piece together their stories in Ghostwire‘s unique prequel.

Ghostwire: Tokyo is an action adventure game that challenges players to master the powerful arts of Ethereal Weaving while working to defeat the menacing Hannya and his followers, the Visitors, who have invaded Tokyo. These supernatural entities roam the stunning world of Ghostwire, creating a stunning atmosphere that is a love letter to Tokyo, its curiosities, and secrets.”

It’s a pretty neat way to hype up your upcoming spooky action game, especially if your visual novel has multiple endings and branching paths. Ghostwire: Tokyo will be out later on 25 March for PS5 and PC.