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BAPTISM

BAPTISM is a short kinetic novel about a madman, a child, and a lake.

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November 30, 2017
8 years and 246 days ago
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Positive27 reviews88.9%

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About the Game

BAPTISM is a short kinetic novel about a madman, a child, and a lake.

This is a story about a religious family living in the western United States, and the strange events that caused their lives to change forever.

Featuring almost 5000 words of story, hand drawn graphics, an original soundtrack, and a free art book, this project was brought to you be the wonderful people on Kickstarter!

--This game contains heavy religious themes and violence against children. Please be aware before purchasing!--