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Foreword: I expected this thread to be something to be done quick and easy, I knew I was wrong five minutes in when I realized I have to effort into things. Which also happens to be what occurred to me during the game development's process.
SYNOPSIS | In light of her fiance's passing, Emelie comes to face the consequences of her ignorance towards her own feelings. She realizes for the first time that after coming to know the comfort of another person's comfort and affection, it becomes difficult to adjust back to the previous empty life she lived. But everything changed when she receives the final parting gift he left behind.
THE WALL BETWEEN US is a story about one's grievance and moving on from the memories that haunt you. Featuring a nameable protagonist with two romance options and five endings, plus small variations. Follow the story of two people who try to figure out how emotions and humanity work.
CHARACTERS | The cast of The Wall Between Us centers around four different people with the focus on Emelie and Seth. However, their relationship isn't the only one that exists in the game.
Her apathy is what people noticed first from Emelie, but they soon to dismiss the idea of her stoicism when they see her passion for her work. Though, because of it, she’s also very inept when it comes to emotions, leading to her inability to cope with the death of her fiancé, Gray.
He woke up not too long ago, thanks to the untimely demise of his original owner and also the person he was modeled after. Seth is a bit new to the entire concept of humanity and only grasps what he can from the planted memories in his mind and observing people around him.
While seemingly selfish and entitled, Alfie has every reason to be the arrogant muck he is. Renowned as a genius inventor at a young age and scouted by many big names, though he’s knocked down a few pegs after meeting who would be his biggest rival yet
Soft-spoken and polite, Gray can become the epitome of kindness and charm if the situation requires him. Because of that, many people have grown to care deeply about him. Even in death, Gray left behind an impact that would linger on for a long time to come.
DETAILS | Artwork by homk (sprite and illustration) and potouto (miscellaneous and UI)
Soundtrack by ryt, with theme song by esselfortium
The game will be completely free and available sometimes late 2018 or early 2019