London, UK – April 2nd, 2025 – Aviary Studios announces that Hello Stranger, the highly anticipated FMV psychological horror-thriller, is an Official Side Event at the London Games Festival (LGF) and an official selection at the Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFFF) this April.
Experience Hello Stranger Like Never Before – In a Cinema!
For the first time, audiences can immerse themselves in the tension of Hello Stranger through interactive group gameplay screenings. These cinematic events will take place at:
London Games Festival – Genesis Cinema, Whitechapel, London (E1 4UJ) on Thursday, April 10th at 7:00 PM BST
BIFFF (Brussels) – Cine 2 Palais 10, Heysel, Place de Belgique 1, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium on Saturday, April 12th at 9:00 PM CEST
The Future of Interactive Cinema
Building on the international success of The Gallery, Aviary Studios pushes interactive storytelling further with Hello Stranger. These exclusive screenings allow audiences to control the story in real time using glowsticks to vote on decisions—turning every viewing into a communal game of survival.
What is Hello Stranger?
Hello Stranger is a gripping FMV psychological horror-thriller written and directed by Paul Raschid (The Complex, Five Dates, Ten Dates, The Gallery). Launching on PC via Steam in May 2025, the game places players in control of critical choices within a chilling narrative where survival hinges on every decision.
The Story
Cam lives entirely through his smart-home—working, socializing, and escaping through “Hello Stranger,” a random video chat app. One night, a masked stranger hacks into Cam’s life, traps him inside, and forces him to play three twisted games. Every choice is a test. Every move could be his last.
Key Features
• Over four hours of live-action footage with multiple narrative branches
• Ten possible endings based on player choice
• Mini-games that test logic, reflexes, and instinct
• Psychological tension that builds with each decision
Cast Highlights
The game features an all-star cast including:
• George Blagden (Vikings)
• Danny Griffin (Fate: The Winx Saga)
• Christina Wolfe (The Ark, FBI: International)
• Kulvinder Ghir (Foundation)
• Laura Whitmore (Queenie)
• Yasmin Finney (Heartstopper)
• Derek Jacobi (Gladiator)
Acclaimed Festival Selection
Following a sold-out gameplay screening at Dinard Film Festival 2024 and recognition at the Red Sea Film Festival 2024, Hello Stranger continues to garner praise across both gaming and cinematic circles.
Hello Stranger launches on PC via Steam in May 2025 for $9.99 USD / €9.75 EUR / £8.50 GBP. Wishlist now on Steam. For more information, visit www.aviaryfilms.co.uk and www.paulraschid.com
