the game follows a branching plot line through eight chapters with five possible endings, and depending on the decisions that the player makes during the game, the plot will progress in a specific direction. every so often, the player will come to a point where he or she is given the chance to choose from multiple options. text progression pauses at these points until a choice is made. to view all plot lines in their entirety, the player will have to replay the game multiple times and choose different choices to further the plot to an alternate direction. sometimes during text progression, an "active countdown" minigame appears, which requires the player to press the game buttons in a specific order in a set time limit. success or failure in these minigames influence which endings are viewed. during the turn-based battle sequences, the player assumes the role of shana. the player uses a combination of fire, powers of unrestraint, and treasure tools to battle crimson denizens; and shana is also able to use a special attack and defend.