WOW! Good game RongRong!
I can definitely tell a lot of work went into this one. You've done a fantastical job with the art, assets, and MY GOD- the animated cutscenes. I did not expect those, they are a treat to witness because you rarely ever get to see those in RPG games such as this.
With my initial praises out of the way, let me get to the critique-
Unfortunately many of my criticisms have to do with the gameplay. It's the fact many of the chase scenes have A LOT of trial and error- and if you save in the wrong place- you can get locked into a hell where you can die over and over again.
It's an unfortunate fate for anybody who decides to save in one file and one file only. I'd recommend any newcomers to save in multiple files because you're going to need that.
Those trial and error sequences unfortunately can take me out of the horror and make me frustrated than invested.
What keeps me from rating this to a four is that despite my frustrations with the gameplay, is how much I can tell A LOT of work went into this.
I'd love to know more about Ann and maybe consider implying the fate of the Principal- I think all of us would like to know what happened to HIM.
If you ever make another game, consider focusing it more on Ann's backstory! Put her in a situation that makes us know more about her!
Thank you for reminding me of that golden RPG game era. This reminded me of Misao, The Witch's House, Mad Father, Ib etc... I liked your take on these kinds of tropes. This is much more than just a horror game.
Overall, me and my friends had a fun time witnessing this golden game. Looking forward to the next one!