Folded Whispers

Overview

Concept

A point-and-click adventure set in a whimsical fantasy world where characters communicate through intricate origami creations. Players must navigate through dialogue-based gameplay to save a loved one from an impending magical catastrophe.

Audience

Casual gamers and puzzle enthusiasts aged 12 and up who enjoy story-rich experiences and unique communication mechanics.

Platforms

Setting and Narrative

Setting

A vibrant, paper-craft inspired fantasy realm where magic flows through folded creations. Forests of origami trees, cities with pop-up book architecture, and rivers of flowing ribbons create a visually stunning and tactile world.

Backstory

In this world, the art of origami is a sacred form of communication and magic. An ancient evil has begun unfolding the fabric of reality, threatening to flatten all existence. The player's loved one, a master origami artist, has been kidnapped to assist in this unraveling.

Plot

The protagonist must journey through the paper realms, solving puzzles and engaging in origami-based dialogues to gather clues about their loved one's whereabouts. As they progress, they uncover a deeper conspiracy and must rally allies to prevent the unfolding of their world.

Mechanics

Point-and-click exploration
Dialogue-based problem-solving
Origami folding mini-games for communication
Inventory management with paper items
Character relationship building through origami gift exchanges

Art and Audio Direction

Visual Style

A blend of 2D hand-drawn art and 3D paper-craft aesthetics, creating a unique pop-up book feel. Animations mimic the folding and unfolding of paper, with vibrant colors and intricate patterns adorning the world and characters.

Character Design

Characters are designed as elaborate origami creations, each with distinct folding patterns that reflect their personalities and roles in the story. As relationships develop, characters may transform or unfold to reveal hidden aspects.

World Design

The game world is divided into themed zones, each representing different types of paper art. Players navigate through pop-up book style environments, with interactive elements that unfold or transform as the story progresses.

Audio Design

A soundtrack featuring gentle acoustic instruments like guitar and piano, complemented by the ambient sounds of rustling paper and folding creases. Character 'voices' are represented by the sounds of different papers being manipulated, creating a unique audio language.

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