The Way Down
Absurdist Interactive fiction. Talk to the beings that inhabitant the world at its end. We forgot how to die.
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August 1, 2024
2 years and 1 day ago
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Positive40 reviews95.0%
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7 itemsAbout the Game
Walk the plains of The Way Down.
Talk to the beings that inhabitant this world at its end.
We forget how to die.
Features:
- Crunchy 3D art style.
- Over 400 Choices.
- Absurdist RPG "System".
About the author:
Samuel Leigh is a game developer, writer and adjunct professor based in New York.
