Gameplay
Vengeance Incarnate is a game about revenge and its consequences. The player returns to the world of living as an animal, to get even with those who hurt them. The choices the player makes will affect how their story will end, and a wide range of mechanics add to the fun part of the experience.
The focus lies in:
- Narrative
- Mechanics
- Choices & Consequences
Core Gameplay
Introducing the narrative through clicking
The first mechanism the player will be exposed to, and the most basic one, will be clicking through the short, initial narrative. It will serve as an introduction to the current situation of the player, and their thoughts.
Watching memories (watching short cut scenes)
It will further introduce the player to who they are playing as, and it will present other characters in the game. The player will be able to choose which memory they would like to watch, or if they want to watch them at all.
Collecting and examining items
The items will serve as collectibles that will further introduce the player into the game world and narrative. Upon more diligent examination of the items, the player might get to know useful for the gameplay facts.
Choosing what animal to reincarnate as
Depending on this choice the player will be able to access different mechanics and learn new things about the narrative. It will also unlock new possibilities for gameplay.
Making choices
The choices that the player makes will affect how their story will end. The endings will reflect whether the player’s gameplay was more directed towards getting revenge or trying to make peace with their past.
Surviving in the animal form
The player will need to watch out for the dangers coming from the surroundings. Although dying in animal form won’t instantly end the game, it might affect how the game ultimately ends.
- Characters from the story will react to the player’s actions in their animal form. Depending on the player’s choices, at some point the characters might realize the animal is the player, and it might unlock new scenes or endings.
- The game ensures replayability through the possibility of reincarnation as different animals and exploring the endings through making different choices.
- Strong focus on mechanics aims to provide more entertainment.
- External dangers aim to keep the player engaged in the game and add the factor of mastering a game skill.
