In 1982, a young boy named Alex discovers a mysterious video game called Polybius in his local arcade. As he becomes obsessed with the game, strange things start happening in his small town.
People who play Polybius begin experiencing hallucinations and paranoia, leading to a series of unexplained deaths. Alex must uncover the truth behind the game and its sinister effects before it's too late.
As he delves deeper into the mystery, Alex realizes that Polybius is not just a game – it's a government experiment designed to control people's minds. With the help of his friends, Alex must find a way to stop the game and save his town from its deadly influence.