THE DISAPPEARANCE COMPELS THE PLAYER TO INVESTIGATE IN THE FIRST TEASER OF ONE SPIRIT
The alt-history visual novel, set in the fictional nation of Sysica, will depict the worst consequences of a Cold War that never ended
Today, indie studio Voyvod Arts is glad to introduce you for the first time to the brand-new universe of One Spirit, a coming of-age visual novel set in an alternative world where the Cold War never ended. The story takes place in Sysica, a fictional country from Eastern Europe that struggles to move on after decades of being a puppet state. Through the story of Yuri Danilin, and many other characters, players will discover the harsh reality of this dying nation – and its consequences for the people he loves.
The first teaser trailer of One Spirit hints about the political implications that lie behind the disappearance of a young activist, and how they reflect on the characters' development, psyche and everyday life.
Voyvod Arts is planning to launch a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter next summer to help finance the game, scheduled for release in Q2 2022. Details of the campaign will be announced closer to the date. In the meantime, you can check out for more updates and upcoming features of the game in the devlogs on the Steam page of the studio.
ABOUT ONE SPIRIT
One Spirit follows Yuri Danilin, a 18-year-old student disenchanted with life who returns to Nevilyovsk, his hometown, after finishing secondary education in the capital city. When news of a young local activist disappearing spread through the town, Yuri finds himself at the center of a dangerous game of truths that will push the whole country to the edge.
KEY FEATURES
- Uncover a deep and engaging story, set in an original world where the Iron Curtain hasn't fallen. Inspired by real events and reflections on them, experience the bleak feel of a war too long fought.
- See the world through the eyes of 6 main characters and 7 secondary ones -- unique personalities, deep and richly written, set in a path of self-discovery and self-affirmation in a world that has robbed them of a future.
- Put together the truth of a fragmented reality. Each character has their own perspective and way of life — explore them at will and draw your own conclusions.
- Take part in a philosophical journey about human nature, sentiment, struggle, society and life, with roots in contemporary critical theory, psychoanalysis and existentialism.
- Decide carefully how to spend your time in Nevilyovsk -- time is a limited resource and your everyday choices will determine the path you follow.
- Explore more than 30 different environments to reveal new details, points of view and events.
- Delve into six different subplots branching from the main story, involving their own arcs and mechanics.
- Dive into this decadent world through a high-quality art style that evokes the melancholic, nostalgic, decadent feel of the world.
