Chapter 1 Walkthrough — House Survival
Chapter 1 is your introduction to Jerry's possessed household and the survival systems that define Weird Strict Dad. You spawn in the upstairs bedroom as curfew hits. House rules flash on screen — stay quiet after dark, complete chores, never enter the basement — and breaking them increases Jerry's aggression. Your immediate goals are locating the generator shed, stockpiling gas cans, managing noodles and water for hunger and thirst, and learning hiding spots before Jerry's patrol AI escalates. This walkthrough covers the full first chapter from spawn to morning completion.
Spawn & House Rules
After the intro cinematic, check the rule board in the hallway. Rules rotate slightly between updates but always include noise restrictions and chore assignments. Interact with chore markers (dishes, laundry, trash) using E to reduce Jerry's suspicion meter visible in some UI skins.
Pick up the flashlight early from the kitchen drawer — you will need it when the generator fails later. Do not enter the basement; the door is locked until Chapter 1 completion but Jerry punishes players who linger near it as if testing boundaries.
Managing Hunger, Thirst, O2, and Energy
Hunger and thirst decay steadily. Grab noodles from the pantry and water from the fridge or bathroom sink interact points. Letting either hit zero slows movement and raises heartbeat audio that Jerry can detect from farther away.
Oxygen ties to the generator — when fuel empties, house power cuts and O2 drains in enclosed rooms. Energy governs sprint length via Shift or mobile sprint button. Cycle food and water during safe windows when Jerry is patrolling the opposite wing.
- Noodles — Kitchen pantry and dining table; restores hunger.
- Water — Fridge, bathroom, garage cooler; restores thirst.
- O2 — Keep generator above 25% fuel to avoid panic drains.
- Energy — Walk when Jerry is one room away; sprint only in open escape lines.
Generator & Gas Cans
The generator sits in the backyard shed connected to the house power grid. Gas cans spawn in garage shelves, near the lawn mower, and occasionally in the kitchen utility closet after the first blackout tutorial event.
Interact with the generator while holding a gas can to refuel. Each can adds a fixed percentage — typically two to three cans per night phase. Assign one player as fuel runner while others watch CCTV if unlocked mid-chapter. Blackouts trigger Jerry roaming faster with flashlight off penalties.
- Locate the shed generator on first safe moment.
- Collect every visible gas can before night intensifies.
- Refuel when fuel drops below 30% — not empty.
- During blackout, hide or crouch-walk to CCTV room if power partial.
- Restock cans from garage respawns after morning phase triggers.
Surviving Jerry's Patrols
Jerry uses sound and line-of-sight. Close doors quietly behind you. Valid hides include bedroom closets, under master bed, laundry hamper (patch-dependent), and bathroom shower curtain in some builds. Enter hide with E when prompt shows; exit only when footstep audio fades.
If Jerry enters your room while you are not hidden, sprint to the nearest closet or loop around the dining table using crouch. Jump-scares are not always instant kills — some builds grant a two-second window to reach cover if crouch is held.
Completing Chapter 1
Survive until the morning bell or complete the final chore chain event — whichever milestone your lobby version displays. The basement door unlock cutscene teases Chapter 2. Collect lobby rewards and spend coins from codes like FOLLOWGAME before re-queueing.
Replay Chapter 1 to practice generator rhythm without Chapter 2 pressure. Speedrun strats skip optional chores if suspicion meter allows; casual groups should finish chores for tutorial coins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are gas cans in Chapter 1?
Primary spawns: garage workbench, shed exterior shelf, kitchen utility closet after first blackout, and backyard near the fence. Respawn locations shift slightly each night phase — sweep the garage first every cycle.
Can Jerry see me under beds?
If you crouch and enter the hide prompt before he enters the room, under-bed hides work. Standing or partial entry fails. Some closets require closing the door manually after hiding.
What if the generator hits zero?
Power cuts, flashlight becomes mandatory, O2 drops in bedrooms and basement hallway, and Jerry speeds up. Refuel immediately if a can is available; otherwise hide until partial power returns in some script versions or accept a wipe.
Is CCTV available in Chapter 1?
Basic CCTV unlocks late Chapter 1 after the security room power puzzle. Use it to call Jerry's position for teammates refueling outside.
How do I unlock Chapter 2?
Beat Chapter 1 in lobby story mode. Chapter select unlocks after first full completion in most Season 1 builds.