Firewatch is an adventure game played from a first-person view that takes place in the American state of Wyoming in 1989.[1][2] Players take on the role of Henry, a fire lookout who is assigned to his own tower in Shoshone National Forest.[3] Through exploration of the surrounding area, Henry uncovers clues about mysterious occurrences in the vicinity that are related to the ransacking of his tower while out on a routine patrol and a shadowy figure that occasionally appears watching him from afar.[4] Henry's only means of communication is a walkie-talkie connecting him to his supervisor, Delilah.[5] Players may choose from a number of dialog options to speak with her upon the discovery of new interactive objects or environments, or can refrain from communicating. The player's choices will influence the tone of Henry's relationship with Delilah. As the story progresses, new areas will be opened up for players.