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 Release: / Genre: Surreal, Indie, Walking simulator Gameplay Time: 3 hours (estimate) Status In development Download: Steam |
7 Days is an indie narrative-driven exploration game by IC Industries made with RPG Maker MZ.
Story[]
In 7 Days, players step into the fragmented mind of a young man trapped in a surreal, dreamlike world after taking certain substances. Over the course of seven days, he must confront memories tied to pivotal moments of his life like family, love, school, and personal loss. Each day immerses the player in symbolic environments tied to his past, where choices determine whether he faces his trauma and moves forward or remains consumed by it.
Characters[]
Main Character[]
Lost in a dream world, re-experiencing trauma's from his life. An adult in real life, but a kid-like form in the dream state. Doesn't have arms, a face, and normal legs for some reason. Can see flashbacks when he has a sheet on.
Haven[]
Used to be the main character's girlfriend, before they broke up. In the dream world, she makes sure you're okay and lets you save the game.
Loneliness[]
Always seen at the end of a day, almost like your consciousness is confronting you. Asks questions that the player might have difficulty answering.
Selene[]
The main character's cat from when he was younger. He found her on the train tracks, stuck in wires. The main character decided to keep her home, and felt safe for the first time.
Locations[]
Your room[]
Your own room, your safe space, your sanctuary. A mix of your childhood room, and your current house.
The Forrest[]
Green grass fields, joyful mushroom creatures, and a breath of fresh air.
School[]
You've spent a lot of your time as a child here. The school is a place of isolation and disconnected memories.
Parent's home[]
Your old home. A house filled with fragmented memories of family life.
Cat City[]
The city. I used to go here a lot with my family. The place is filled with all kinds of animals, and activities to do.
Her mountain[]
A journey to explore your memories with Haven, similair to the mountain you climbed with her.
Loneliness[]
A dark void, created from the moments you felt alone.
Gameplay[]
The game has you explore a world between dreaming and reality over seven days. Some days have you do activities and quests, while others are focused on exploring the traumas.
The player can use Ghost mode in certain places to activate a flashback sequence. These show more insight to the main character's past life, and also sometimes serve as a puzzle element.
At the end of most days (and some flashbacks), you have a choice to either accept the traumas and regrets, or to fall into the same pattern again. These alter the ending of the game, and certain moments in game.
Graphics[]
The game offers a unique look, with all the sprites being hand-drawn on paper and having a slightly "animated" look. Most of the backgrounds were water painted.
Gameplay, Her Mountain
Music[]
The soundtrack has a mix of ambient, alternative rock, and electronic tracks.