The Berlin Apartment is a narrative exploration game that invites players to uncover deeply personal stories hidden within a single Berlin apartment, spanning multiple eras.
In the 1933 chapter of The Berlin Apartment, you’ll step into Josef’s shoes — figuratively and literally — as he prepares to flee Berlin, a city shadowed by rising perspecution. This walkthrough is here to guide you through finding all the important items Josef needs before his journey and help him hold onto what matters most.
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Josef’s friend, Esther, is on her way to pick him up. She helped Josef prepare a list of what to pack — a collection of Josef’s most treasured posessions. And a razor.
Warm Jacket
First on the list — and hardly a surprise — Josef needs something warm for wherever he’s headed. Head to the bedroom, down the hall and opposite the study. Open the cupboard on the left beside the bed, and you’ll find Josef’s favourite jacket hanging on the right.
Passport
In the study, open the left-hand drawer on Josef’s desk to find a hidden compartment containing his passport. Also inside is a contract hiding the keys to his cinema, the Minerva Lichtspiele. Both highly sentimental and highly space-saving — win-win!
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Lucky Shoes
Start at the rear of the living room and step into the hallway. On your left, spot a shelf with a small step ladder nearby. Use the ladder to reach the cupboard above — it’s there you’ll find Josef’s lucky shoes. A memory of a film premiere lingers around this spot, a reminder of better days!
Pocket Watch
In the workshop, beneath a blanket in the back left corner, rests a safe. Inside is Josef’s Grandfather’s pocket watch — frozen forever at the moment Black Thursday changed everything.
Razor
Go to the bathroom near the entrance, which doubles as Josef’s film developing room. Flip on the light near the door. On the sink, you’ll find a razor, but instead of packing it, Josef stumbles on some old photos — precious memories he chooses to keep instead.
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Journal
In the kitchen by the entrance, look for the drawer beside the sink. Inside, you’ll find Josef’s journal — but it’s locked. Search the top right of the drawer for a gold key with a diamond head — one of many keys Josef kept — to unlock it.
Camera
Just across the hall from the living room is Josef’s workshop. Look to the left-hand shelf to find his old camera. Take a photo — one last snapshot before leaving everything behind. It might be on the “maybe” list, but do Josef a favour and pack it. You’ll need to do some creative positioning in the suitcase (more on that later), but he’ll appreciate it!
Packing Everything Into The Suitcase
That might be all the items on the list — but your job isn’t done yet. Not unless you want Josef to leave behind some of his most treasured belongings. Fortunately, there’s a way to fit everything in the suitcase — including the stone the auxillary police threw through the window. And yes, you’ll earn a Steam achievement for pulling it off.
First, if you haven’t already, put the camera back into its case.
Second, tuck the photo (the one you took with the razor) into the journal, and slide the passport inside the contract folder with the cinema keys. Space efficiency is everything!
Third, prepare your suitcase for when the stone arrives — once it’s thrown through the window, the clock is ticking. Follow the visual guide below: leave a clear square space between the camera, shoe, and jacket to fit the stone perfectly.
Josef now faces an uncertain future — but at least he carries with him what means the most.
The Berlin Apartment is out now on PC via Steam.
A copy of The Berlin Apartment was supplied to Quest Daily by the publisher.
