Games like The Solivagants (or, Videogames Fail at Character Context)

Made by @slashie_ for the 2019 7DRL Challenge A program that simulates a DM running a RPG adventure. I wanted to create a program that simulated the work of a Game Master / Dungeon Master on a pen and paper RPG session (and no, that’s not what all computer RPGs do). It all came from the research I made for my talk at Roguelike Celebration 2018 and the short article I published afterward. I knew in…

KARMA: The Dark World is a first-person psychological thriller set in an alternate 1984 East Germany, where the oppressive Leviathan Corporation controls society through surveillance and manipulation. Players assume the role of Daniel McGovern, investigating suspects’ memories using advanced technology to uncover hidden truths. Navigate twisted mental landscapes while questioning reality and your own sanity.

In Space Pilgrim Academy: Year 1, you play as Gwen Kho, a space pilot and newly appointed teacher at the prestigious Space Pilgrim Academy. As you navigate through your new role, you will encounter challenges, mysteries, and make new friends. This episodic adventure game features multiple endings, puzzle-solving, and humorous dialogues inspired by classic sci-fi stories. Explore the galaxy, uncover secrets, and balance your teaching duties with unexpected adventures.

Final Fantasy: Chronicles of Eno is a fan game based on the beloved Final Fantasy Franchise, though with an unusual twist. It is also an adaptation of a long-running Dungeons and Dragons campaign! Created by a team of two developers, a musician and in correspondence with an artist, not to mention the input of the original players, we're dedicated to seeing our dearly held tale come to life in a fu…

Embark on your own epic fantasy quest to restore colour and life to a forgotten and abandoned world. Solve puzzles and learn about real life strategies for managing anxiety taught in a fun and engaging way. Developed alongside a practising psychologist, Taming Yore Dragon innovates and expands on what videogames can achieve! Rescue and join forces with a diverse cast of characters who provide val…

In Stories: The Path of Destinies, play as Reynardo, ex-pirate and accidental hero, as you defend your world against a mad Emperor and his ravens. Each choice you make leads to a unique narrative, with diverse and action-packed scenes ranging from light-hearted to dark and Lovecraftian. With multiple endings, you'll need to learn from past mistakes to find the one true path. The game is now powered by Unreal Engine 4.1.

"Attentat 1942" is a narrative-driven video game that delves into the events of World War II and the Czech resistance against the Nazi occupation. Players uncover historical accounts through interactive comics, mini-games, and interviews with survivors. The game aims to educate and immerse players in a captivating storyline while preserving the memories of those who experienced the war firsthand.

This is a series of visual novel adapted from a real story. It is divided into three stages: high school, University and undertaking life to tell a common and tortuous life trajectory. Here is the first episode of the series.In this episode you will experience the life of a high school student in China. The characters live and study under the background of examination-oriented education in senior …

"Brigand: Oaxaca" is an open-world, role-playing game set in 19th century Mexico. The player takes on the role of a bandit seeking to build a criminal empire amidst political turmoil and revolution. With various quests, character customization, and a rich story, this game offers a unique and immersive experience in a rarely explored setting.

"EPONYMOUS: In Which a Work Is Known by Its Reading" is a short narrative/exploration game that challenges players' preconceptions in a world of unreliable infrastructures. With no combat or failure states, players can finish the game in roughly nine or ten minutes while collecting mobility upgrades to navigate the world. The game encourages players to remember why they were and enable a self-fulfilling prophecy, but warns that they can never change the past.