Developed by the Indonesian based indie developer, Mojiken Studio, When the Past was Around is an adventure point and click puzzle game coming to PC via Steam and itch.io. The game is directed by the creator of She and the Light Bearer and A Raven Monologue, Brigitta Rena, based on a prose she wrote.
The game tells a bittersweet tale between a girl and her lover in a surreal world consisting of disjointed rooms from memories and time. With each gathered clue, solved puzzles, and unlocked door, the girl will find her way, unraveling the secrets between her and her lover, the secrets which she used to know.
To celebrate the announcement, Mojiken Studio released the prologue chapter of the game for free on Steam and itch.io. The prologue features the beginning chapter of the relationship between The Girl and the enigmatic Owl.
When the Past was Around features:
- Personal and ubiquitous story about overcoming the past and finding one self
- Various puzzles to solve and many mysteries to uncover in everyday familiar objects and activities
- A sweet and whimsical journey set in a series of hand-drawn, down-to-earth settings
- Atmospheric violin music will accompany you from the peaceful days to the angstiest moments
When the Past was Around will be available for PC, spring 2020. You can download the prologue chapter via Steam and Itch.io.