All events in Blackwell Epiphany takes place in New York, where it is necessary to investigate the murder of George Austin. The action takes place in the 30s of the last century. The spirit of a dead man asks for help to understand who killed him. Unknown forces torment the ghost of the deceased, which causes great pain. The police are waving their hands, not knowing what happened at the time of the murder. We have to take on the role of Rose Blackwell, who witnessed what was happening. All events take place in an abandoned house to which Sam Durkin sent the detective. In addition to the main character, Joey Mallone is given as a partner. The peculiarity of the latter is that it has no body. A ghostly companion will help you deal with the investigation of the case. The main task is to stay together, because their souls are connected.

The gameplay in Blackwell Epiphany is divided into 5 parts. It is necessary to explore locations, finding clues. The partner is able to communicate with ghosts and also pass through walls. It is possible to switch between characters as you progress in the case. You will have to communicate with interlocutors, learn new information, and also conduct surveys. It is required to find acquaintances and relatives of the deceased, putting together the puzzles of that ill-fated day. You will have to communicate with Jocelyn Contis, Madeline, Kendra Haskins, the priest and others. You need to walk the streets, visit snowy areas, police stations, climb onto the roof of a building, visit different corridors and rooms.