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The Icarus Experiment
Plumb the depths of a doomed leviathan on a mission to save a dying solar system. Unravel a mystery that could alter the fate of humanity. Created with Adventure Forge, this showcases the power of the no-code tool that lets you craft your own narrative-rich experiences.
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September 20, 2024
2 years and 39 days ago
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Positive12 reviews83.3%
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Gameplay Overview
The Icarus Experiment is a narrative-driven, choice-based adventure game set aboard the UNE Hyperion, a spaceship that harbors deep secrets following a catastrophic experiment gone awry. In this tension-filled, sci-fi universe, players navigate through a series of puzzles, moral dilemmas, and hidden dangers, unraveling the mystery of what led to the ship's demise.Key Features
- Branching Narrative: Choose how you wish to proceed with different events throughout the game. Each decision can have an impact on what you learn throughout the game and can influence what you choose to do.
- Environmental Investigation: Discover what happened on the UNE Hyperion by inspecting terminals, reading ship logs, and discovering clues in the environment.
- Point & Click Puzzles: Players navigate the space station, interact with objects and solve puzzles through a simple 2D point-and-click interface.
- Customize your character: Choose from 3 distinct uniforms and access unique dialogue options based on what you choose.
- Solve the Mystery: Find out what the mission of the UNE Hyperion is, who you are, and what happened to the ship.
Story
You wake from hypersleep on the seemingly deserted UNC Hyperion, with no memory of your identity or your mission. Discover the truth behind the disaster that befell the ship and its crew. What is The Icarus Experiment and what happened to it?Explore 4 distinct areas within the UNC Hyperion: The Hypersleep Chamber, Crew Quarters, Engine Room, and The Bridge.
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