I didn't really know much about the game before playing it... I wouldn't say blackout, but i tried not to find information out.
If you start to over think while playing a game you might figure something out. I probably would have figured out what was going to happen to his kid, but as i didn't over-think it, it was for me shocking and emotional. I guess it can have more of an effect if you have children also.
Fortunately when i did start to over think it, it generally didn't go as i expected - which is good :)
Later on there are a few more heart wrenching moments, it's just a fantastic game, one of this generation i would say. I know some people may not enjoy it, but I personally think that NDog have done a wonderful job, and it's certainly not a game to be missed if you get the chance.
Making an indie game : Dead of Day!
