At Miss Mulligatawney's School for Promising Girls, a shocking incident has occurred: a school prefect has been pushed out of a window, and you're the one everyone is pointing fingers at. Dive into the gripping world of Expelled!, the latest mystery game from inkle, the masterminds behind Overboard!. You have just one day to clear your name or cleverly shift the blame onto someone else.
Set in the spring of April 1922, Expelled! puts you in the shoes of Verity Amersham, a scholarship student at an elite boarding school. Voiced by the talented Amelia Tyler, known for her role in Baldur's Gate 3, Verity has always tried to keep her head down. But now, accused of attempted murder, she must navigate a web of intrigue to save herself.
This game goes beyond simple dialogue choices. Every action you take—from where you go, to who you talk to, and what you say—shapes the narrative. NPCs roam the school in real-time, reacting to your moves. Some might offer assistance, while others could be plotting your downfall. The question remains: who can you really trust?
In Expelled!, you're not just solving a mystery; you can also lie, mislead, or manipulate to ensure your safety. Need an alibi? Persuade someone to cover for you. Feeling cornered? Shift the blame to another. The more you bend the rules, the more paths open up for you.
Each playthrough of Expelled! lasts about 30-45 minutes, yet no two runs will ever feel the same. Your choices unlock new clues, lead to different endings, and reveal hidden secrets scattered throughout the school. Discover why the cellar is locked or what your best friend is hiding. If you manage to avoid expulsion, you might even aim for the prestigious rank of Head Girl.
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Immerse yourself in the era with a soundtrack featuring jazz legends like George Gershwin, Louis Armstrong, and Bessie Smith. Expelled! masterfully blends a tense mystery with a dynamic, ever-evolving story. How you choose to clear your name—or how far you're willing to go to do it—is entirely in your hands.
Expelled! is set to launch on March 12th, available on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and iOS.
