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"Kafka's Metamorphosis" is an emotional narrative game based on the life of Franz Kafka and his renowned novella, "The Metamorphosis." Set in the autumn of 1912, the game depicts Kafka's struggles as a writer navigating societal pressures as a young man, employee, and eldest son. It delves into the motivations behind Kafka's creation of "The Metamorphosis."
Drawing inspiration from Kafka's literary world and life, including "The Metamorphosis" and "The Judgment" (both reflecting his complex relationship with his father), the game resonates with universal themes of familial conflict and the feeling of insignificance. Unlike Kafka's original work, this game emphasizes the clash between Kafka's identity as a writer and his father's expectations. It explores the timeless pressure felt by individuals, both then and now.
Uncover Kafka's choices and creative process in this lyrical and melancholic experience. Simple touch controls and a fast-paced narrative, reminiscent of a short film, allow players to explore Kafka's daily life and inner world. Playing the game enhances the appreciation of his works, including "The Castle" and "The Trial," as well as his diaries and letters.
Following "Kafka's Metamorphosis," MazM is developing a game reimagining Edgar Allan Poe's "The Black Cat" and "The Fall of the House of Usher," marking their debut into the horror/occult genre.
Game Features:
- A cinematic visual novel with emotionally resonant literary content and intuitive touch controls.
- A narrative evoking a poetic and tragic emotional film, incorporating Kafka's writing and short stories.
- Free access to early game stages.
- A blend of everyday emotional healing, family drama, romance, horror, grotesque, and mystery elements.
- A portrayal of Kafka as a writer, son, employee, and man, exploring his life and literary roots in a heartfelt dramatic style.
- An emotional healing game offering insight into Kafka's life, relatable to modern experiences.
Ideal for:
- Those seeking solace from daily life's pressures.
- Those who enjoy touching stories presented through dialogue, illustrations, and narrative.
- Fans of visual novels, story games, character games, light novels, and web novels.
- Those who prefer simple and easy-to-use controls for literary and cinematic experiences.
- Readers interested in Kafka's works but intimidated by the original texts.
- Those curious about Franz Kafka's life.
- Aspiring creators struggling with creative processes.
- Literature enthusiasts who prefer interactive storytelling to traditional reading.
- Fans of intriguing family stories with thrilling and touching elements.
- Appreciators of artistic game illustrations and direction.
- Those who enjoy light psychological horror.
- Those who appreciate light romance and friendly interactions.
