Version 5.5.5 was a notable update in the game’s lifecycle (released around late 2021–early 2022). While Red Mount Media no longer provides detailed patch notes for older versions, the community and surviving archives point to these changes:

Most players die in the basement. The lighting is broken in 5.5.5—your flashlight flickers based on proximity to The Maw. If your flashlight starts strobing, freeze. The Maw cannot see you if you stand completely still for 3 seconds, but the moment you turn your camera, it sees the movement.

1. Don't Run Blindly Running drains stamina. If you run out of stamina while the monster is chasing you, you die. Only run when you are being chased or moving through long, safe hallways.

2. Use the Eyes Constantly Every time you pass an eye icon on the wall, activate it.

3. The "Phone" Trap In this version, you might occasionally find a phone that rings. Do not answer it. Answering the phone creates a loud noise that attracts the monster directly to your location. The phone is a trap.

4. Map Awareness The maps are randomly generated layouts of rooms.

5. The Flashlight You start with a flashlight. Use it sparingly.