in the final episode, Carlos is missing in the flooded basement. i've quit to the main menu, clicked Continue - and Dot is also missing.

Hey, so I bought the game and couldn't play even 5 minutes cause the scene with the boy in the basement isn't ending, no matter what I choose she just stay there and don't leave the basement, if I close and open the game she is missing and I can't do anythig...

Hi! I can't seem to figure our how Dot is supposed to arrange the pamphlets on the table in the community center. I have tried multiple ways but none of them are correct. It would be great if the game could provide a clue if it seems like the player is stuck....

Hi. Dot took a nap and opened a door to the past (as one does) and I think I exhausted all the options without finding a path forward? I spoke to the realtor, and then I spoke to Dot's grandmother (iirc), then Dot suggested I go outside. I read the paper and inspected the sign. I checked the vase and the floorboards and the door. I tried to go back to Dot's room but the door is locked. The key is glowing again but I can't use it anywhere. What am I missing?...

What's the reasoning for spoiling the game's narrative hook in the opening cinematic?