Plague: London 1665
Plague: London 1665 is an RPG with pixel art graphics set in 1665's during the Bubonic Plague outbreak in overcrowded and polluted London. As a body collector, graveyard keeper, and family provider, avoid the disease while clearing the streets. Will you survive the outbreak or become another victim?
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Welcome to "Plague: London 1665," an RPG pixel art game set during one of history's most devastating pandemics. The streets and alleys are swamped with the sick and dead, and only a few people are willing to risk their lives to remove the bodies.
As a body collector and graveyard keeper, it is your job to keep the city of London clear of corpses and give the deceased a proper burial. But this is not just a job, it is a means of survival. With the outbreak of the Bubonic Plague in full swing, resources are scarce and competition for them is fierce. You must weigh the need to provide for your family against the risk of contracting the disease.
Navigate the treacherous streets of London, scavenging for resources and trading with other survivors while avoiding the deadly disease that threatens to claim the lives of thousands. As the body collector and graveyard keeper, you will be in high demand, but you must weigh the cost of this well-paying job against the risk.
As you progress through the game, you will come across a number of NPCs, each with their own story and agenda. You will have the opportunity to make critical decisions that will impact the game's outcome. Will you prioritize the well-being of the city, the needs of your family, or your own survival?
With a focus on historical accuracy and intense gameplay, "Plague: London 1665" offers a unique and immersive experience of being a body collector, risking your life to clear out the streets, all for a hefty paycheck and the well-being of the city.
Help the sick
Bury the dead
Scavenge for resources
Design humane rat traps
Face difficult life decisions
Face ethical dilemmas
Complete quests and missions
Explore the City of London 17th century
Complete side quests and minigames
