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The Automaton of Second London

A Victorian Fantasy Halloween Robo-Otome

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Drone Garden Studios
Publisher
Drone Garden Studios
Release
November 14, 2024
1 year and 261 days ago
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About the Game

Arabella Harlow is a governess seeking new employment in the city of Second London one Halloween season.  Her paths cross with an eccentric alchemist-inventor, who introduces her to his myriad of creations.  One particular automaton is Jack, a humanoid construct with ruby-red eyes and intellect on par with a human's.  But Jack cannot speak - not verbally.  So Arabella is hired on to teach him how to communicate through alternate methods.

As they grow in their relationship - are they colleagues?  are they comrades?  are they confidantes?  Arabella herself is not quite sure. - a series of tragic, dramatic events culminate in a murder.  Secrets lurk in the city of Second London...secrets that may put Arabella's life in danger...

  • A Victorian-inspired fantasy visual novel from the creator of Clash: Robot Detective

  • Play as Arabella Harlow in this robo-otome

  • Build your relationship with Jack - be distant, be friendly, or even become emotionally attached

  • Mystery and horror elements fit in with the gloomy Halloween season

  • Sketchy sprites against dark backgrounds create an interesting appearance

DEVELOPER'S NOTE: this visual novel was made in a month for a competitive game jam.  It is not what one would call the most polished experience and it is most likely not going to receive any updates.  I am focusing my efforts on fulfilling a childhood dream by expanding this basic story into a fantasy novel.  By purchasing this visual novel, you will be helping me by supporting my efforts to write and publish a full-length book!  And so, thanks in advance!

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