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MINDFATE

After awakening in a mental hospital, Yuriko’s search for an escape turns into a journey through her disturbing past. With each step forward, normality fades away revealing a surreal world where nothing is as it seems.

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About the Game

WHAT IS STILL REAL?

After awakening in a mental hospital, Yuriko’s search for an escape turns into a journey through her disturbing past. With each step forward, normality fades away revealing a surreal world where nothing is as it seems.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Mindfate takes place in a dark, yet sometimes colorful 2D world that has you confront Yuriko's past. In this adventure, you will make difficult decisions, meet deep characters, collect various items, solve tricky puzzles, and explore the vast surreal world.


GAME FEATURES

  • A beautiful world depicted in lovingly handcrafted and intricate pixel art.

  • Simple controls for movement and interaction.

  • Captivating soundtracks that enhance the atmosphere.

  • An exciting and gripping story that will haunt you.

  • Multiple endings based on your choices.

  • Many complex characters to meet.

  • Diverse and challenging puzzles that test your mind.

  • A wide variety of different rooms and locations.

  • Numerous secrets and Easter eggs to discover.

  • Emotional moments that guarantee tears.

A game developed, written, programmed, and illustrated by Emin Araki.