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"Kafka's Metamorphosis" is an emotional narrative game based on the life of Franz Kafka and his seminal novella, "The Metamorphosis." Set in the autumn of 1912, the game depicts Kafka's struggles as a writer navigating societal pressures as a young man, employee, and eldest son. It explores the genesis of "The Metamorphosis" itself.
Drawing inspiration from Kafka's literary world and life, including "The Metamorphosis" and "The Judgment" (both deeply connected to his complex relationship with his father), the game resonates with universal themes of familial conflict and the feeling of insignificance. While mirroring the novella's plot of a son transforming into a vermin, Kafka's Metamorphosis focuses on the conflict between his identity as a writer and his father's expectations. This relatable struggle transcends time, echoing experiences faced by many, both then and now.
Uncover Kafka's choices and creative process in this lyrical and melancholic game. Simple touch controls and a fast-paced narrative, akin to a short film, allow players to delve into Kafka's daily life and inner world, experiencing a spectrum of emotions and stories. Playing the game enhances the appreciation of Kafka's works, offering a fresh perspective on his writing. Beyond the aforementioned stories, the game incorporates elements from "The Castle," "The Trial," his diaries, and letters.
Following "Kafka's Metamorphosis," MazM is developing a game reimagining Edgar Allan Poe's "The Black Cat" and "The Fall of the House of Usher," marking their debut into the horror/occult genre.
Game Features:
- A cinematic visual novel with emotionally resonant literary content and intuitive touch controls.
- A narrative reminiscent of a poetic and tragic film, incorporating Kafka's writing and short stories.
- Free access to early game stages.
- A blend of everyday emotional healing, family drama, romance, horror, grotesque, and mystery elements.
- A portrayal of Kafka as a writer, son, employee, and man, exploring the origins of his literature in a heartfelt dramatic style.
- An emotional healing experience offering insights into Kafka's life and its relevance to modern experiences.
This Game is Ideal For:
- Those seeking solace and healing from daily life's stresses.
- Those who enjoy moving stories presented through dialogue, illustrations, and narrative.
- Fans of reading, visual novels, story games, character games, light novels, and web novels.
- Those who prefer experiencing literary stories and cinematic narratives with simple controls.
- Readers interested in Kafka's works but find them challenging to read.
- Those curious about Franz Kafka's life story.
- Aspiring creators or writers struggling with their creative processes.
- Literature enthusiasts who prefer playing story games to reading books.
- Those who enjoy intriguing and touching family stories.
- Fans of artistic game illustrations and direction.
- Those who enjoy light psychological horror.
- Those who appreciate light romance and conversational elements.
