Link Steam
indiegame.fan
9 Lives header art

9 Lives

Step into a noir-inspired world of mystery, humor, and the supernatural in 9 Lives, a visual novel where your choices shape the story. Solve puzzles, uncover secrets, and navigate branching dialogue in a stunning black-and-white art style. Will you crack the case or get lost in the shadows?

Steam Page
Developer
Stefano Bianchi, S. Whites
Publisher
Rising Tide
Release
Coming Soon
Steam Reviews
No reviews yet

Does this feel indie?

Vote based on whether this game feels indie to you. You can change your vote at any time. Results earn an IGF score after 10 accepted votes.
No votes yet
Vote on More Games
Game contextLatest: IGF Team
ContextThe evidence factors used to assess whether this game belongs on IndieGame.Fan.Status
Notes
Latest Contributor: IGF TeamEdit notes
Search Google: Who developed 9 Lives?Developer scaleThe operating scale of the game's developer.
Search Google: Who published 9 Lives?Publisher scaleThe operating scale of the game's publisher.
Search Google: Is 9 Lives self-published or published by Rising Tide?Publisher statusHow the game's publishing relationship is classified.
Search Google: How is 9 Lives and Rising Tide funded?FundingThe known source of funding behind the game.
Search Google: Who controls the creative direction and IP for 9 Lives and Stefano Bianchi and S. Whites?Creative controlWho appears to retain creative control of the game.
Search Google: What is the release status of 9 Lives?Release statusWhether and how the game has been released.

Media

5 items

About the Game

In 9 Lives, you’ll uncover a web of secrets as you work alongside the eccentric Detective, the sharp-witted cat "9", and the enigmatic Aristospider, a figure shrouded in mystery. What begins as a simple job application quickly spirals into a dark and intricate plot filled with noir-inspired intrigue, supernatural elements, and unexpected twists.

As you navigate the story, your choices in dialogue and logic-based investigations will shape the outcome of the game. Will you piece together the clues to solve the case, or will the shadows consume you? With multiple endings, every decision matters, and every playthrough offers a new perspective on the story.

Key Features

  • Noir-Inspired Storytelling: Immerse yourself in a dark, gripping narrative filled with mystery, humor, and supernatural intrigue.

  • Iconic Black-and-White Art: Experience a visually striking world brought to life with a unique and personality-driven art style.

  • Jazz-Infused Soundtrack: Lose yourself in a moody, atmospheric soundtrack featuring jazz classics and original compositions.

  • Branching Dialogue and Investigations: Shape the story through your choices, logic, and deductive reasoning.

  • Multiple Endings: Uncover the truth behind the characters and the case, with endings that reflect your decisions and investigative skills.

  • Quirky Characters: Meet a cast of unforgettable personalities, from the sardonic Detective to the enigmatic Aristospider and the clever cat, "9."

Tone and Style

9 Lives masterfully blends the dark, brooding atmosphere of classic noir with a touch of humor and sarcasm. The game’s storytelling is both addictive and immersive, drawing you into a world where nothing is as it seems. With its stunning visuals, evocative soundtrack, and intricate plot, 9 Lives is a love letter to noir literature and a must-play for fans of mystery and visual novels.

Indie Game Fan