Learn how to achieve the Alternate Ending (Ending 2) in Fatal Frame III: The Tormented. This guide details the specific steps and items needed on your second playthrough.
This alternate ending can only be achieved on a second playthrough of Fatal Frame III: The Tormented. After using the Dianthus Key in the Closet Hallway, proceed to the Stairs Hallway (2F) and move the dresser. The Dianthus Key itself is not required for this ending. The essential requirements are picking up the Purple Diary 4, defeating the Woman Brushing ghost, and using the Holly Key to unlock the mirror stand drawer.
- 1Stairs Hallway (2F): Move the dresser blocking the back door and cross the roof to the next door.
- 2Closed Room: Pick up PURPLE DIARY 4 from the ground. Photograph the CRYING WOMAN ghost. Collect TYPE ZERO FILM from the dresser. Open the wooden floor panel and descend into the Hearth Room.
- 3Hearth Room: Defeat the Woman Brushing ghost. She will drop a HOLLY KEY and the UPGRADED LENS "PIERCE". Return to the Kimono Room.
- 4Kimono Room: Use the Holly Key to open the mirror stand drawer. Collect the LEGEND OF SONG 3 file, KEI LOOKALIKE photo, and KYOKA'S EARRING. Exit the room and proceed to the Garden Corridor.
After obtaining these items, beat the game normally to trigger the alternate ending. You will notice a subtle change after waking from Hour XII.
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