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"Kafka's Metamorphosis" is an emotional narrative game centered on the life of Franz Kafka and his renowned novella, "The Metamorphosis." Set in the autumn of 1912, the game depicts Kafka's struggles as a writer grappling with societal expectations as a young man, employee, and eldest son. The game aims to explore the genesis of "The Metamorphosis."

Drawing inspiration from Kafka's literary world and life, including "The Metamorphosis" and "The Judgment" (both deeply connected to his complex relationship with his father), the game resonates with the universal struggles of an eldest son transformed into a vermin. However, Kafka's Metamorphosis emphasizes the conflict between his writerly identity and his father's expectations. The feeling of insignificance and pressure is a timeless theme, relevant both to Kafka's time and our own.

Uncover Kafka's choices and creative process in this lyrical and melancholic experience. Simple touch controls and a fast-paced narrative make it akin to a short film. Explore Kafka's daily life and inner world, experiencing a range of emotions. Playing the game may enrich your subsequent reading of Kafka's works. Beyond the aforementioned novellas, the game also incorporates elements from "The Castle," "The Trial," his diaries, and letters.

Following "Kafka's Metamorphosis," MazM is developing a game reinterpreting Edgar Allan Poe's "The Black Cat" and "The Fall of the House of Usher," marking their foray into horror/occult.

Game Features:

• A cinematic visual novel with emotionally resonant literary content and intuitive touch controls.
• A narrative reminiscent of a poetic and tragic film, featuring Kafka's writings and short stories.
• Free access to early game stages.
• A blend of everyday emotional healing, family drama, romance, horror, grotesque, and mystery elements.
• A portrayal of Kafka as writer, son, employee, and man, exploring his life and the origins of his literature.
• An emotional healing game offering insight into Kafka's life, relatable to modern experiences.

This Game is Ideal For:

• Those seeking solace and healing from daily life's stresses.
• Those who enjoy touching stories presented through dialogue, illustrations, and narrative.
• Fans of reading, visual novels, story games, character games, light novels, and web novels.
• Those who prefer simple and easy-to-use controls in literary and cinematic narratives.
• Readers interested in Kafka's works but find them challenging to read.
• Those curious about Franz Kafka's life story.
• Aspiring creators struggling with creative processes.
• Literature enthusiasts who prefer playing story games to reading books.
• Those who enjoy intriguing and touching family stories.
• Fans of artistic game illustrations and direction.
• Those who enjoy light psychological horror.
• Those who appreciate light romance and friendly conversations.