#text-based rpg

My interpretations of a few of @within-your-eyes-if 's characters! I gave Leese some eye bags because of all the inner turmoil he has to deal with. Lyth's design was heavily influenced by Heaven Official's Blessing. I kept imagining both him and Xiang as if they were in that universe.

I swear--I have this in firm memory--that floating around the internet somewhere is a beautifully scripted text-based RPG called some variant of Guinevere where you play as Guinevere. (a few years ago, I dunno, 2019? Earlier?)

It is only text. It is the most lo-fi production ever, it is text on a slightly off-white background, and it was utterly transporting. There were paths that turned you into a powerful sorceress. You could be into Arthur or not, into anyone or not, you could go a magic route or a political power route or a "I just want to love someone and have fun" route, it was exquisitely done. 10/10 storytelling. It starts off the day you get married and follows your early life at Camelot.

Roadwarden text-based RPG game for Linux, Mac, and Windows PC get's an accolades trailer. Due to the creative genius of developer Moral Anxiety Studio. Available on Steam, GOG, and Humble Store. Roadwarden takes inspiration from one of the oldest video game genres, text adventures. While still managing to do everything right for modern audiences. Which is delivering truly sound RPG gameplay. From publisher Assemble Entertainment and developer Moral Anxiety Studio. The Roadwarden interactive novel gameplay structure almost comes second. Due to its climactic setting and careful storytelling. All served in a pleasing low-key pixel art style. But, we’re not the only ones who think so. Since its launch last week, Roadwarden has over 260 positive Steam reviews with a 96% score.

Roadwarden | Accolades Trailer

my own concept art of Barry, Kate and Eiden from Magium (influenced by other fanartists)

Roadwarden text-based RPG game gets a Demo for both Linux and Windows PC. Thanks to the almost mindnumbing creativity of developer Moral Anxiety Studio, a solo developer from Poland. Which is now playable via both Steam and itch. Roadwarden, the illustrated text-based RPG game from Moral Anxiety Studio. Which is due to hit the old dusty trail on September 8, 2022. Coming with support on Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. Today's release date reveal comes with an all-new teaser trailer. As well as an official Roadwarden demo now available for download on Steam and itch. Roadwarden blends aspects of high fantasy and medieval adventure. Also played up by a distinct isometric pixel art style. Blending mechanics borrowed from RPGs, visual novels, and interactive fiction. While Roadwarden tells the tale of an explorer hired by a powerful merchant guild. Along with the task of journeying to a mysterious peninsula to spread the guild’s influence. Offering over 40 hours of gameplay, dialogue choices that branch into hundreds of thousands of text lines. Along with slowly upgradable character abilities. Roadwarden is truly an epic and unique adventure since no two playthroughs are alike.

Roadwarden | Release Date Reveal Trailer

Key Features Include:

Explore & Change the World: Discover the secrets and face the test of a hostile fantasy world. Unveiling its uniquely sinister history

Grow With the Challenge: Create your own background story, personal abilities, and beliefs. Due to shape your personality and very own future as a Roadwarden

Classical RPG Attitude: Prepare yourself for an epic journey. Doing so as either as a warrior, mage, or scholar. All while you hone your character‘s traits. Such as how friendly, playful, or shocking, when facing various NPCs

Mysteries Unfold: Use your savvy and wiles when searching and drawing your outcomes. Due to learn the true nature of this world. Delve into exacting dialogues and side quests. Doing so with dozens of NPCs to gain their trust and support.

Questboard is a text-based RPG game is a choose your own adventure on Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. Developer Binary Cabin’s creativity brings the title to life in the most exciting ways. Due to make its way onto Steam in 2025. Heads up, adventurers! Indie studio Binary Cabin is rolling out something special, and it's hitting right in the nostalgic feels. Meet Questboard — a fresh take on old-school, text-based RPG titles but with all the modern touches we like. It's a full-on dive back into the world of story-driven exploration on Linux. The kind that pulls you in and keeps you hooked. Inspired by those cozy, classic PC adventures, Questboard puts you in a world where every decision counts, every dice roll matters. Since every choice leads to new surprises. And the best part? A free demo drops this December, so we can all get a taste before its full launch on Steam in March 2025!

Questboard - Official Announcement Trailer

Picture this: a game that combines classic RPG mechanics with that 'choose-your-own-adventure' feel, but dialed up with the power of today’s tech. In Questboard, you’ll journey through a beautifully crafted world filled with mysterious characters, unexpected quests, and plenty of choices that shape your path. Whether you're chatting up a shady merchant, taking a chance on a risky quest, or rolling the dice in the face of a challenge, every decision is yours to make. It's your story, your adventure, and it unfolds exactly how you want.

Best Features

So what can we expect from this journey? Here’s a quick rundown:

Retro Gameplay with a Modern Twist: If you’re a fan of classic RPG mechanics, gameplay will feel like home. But it’s more than just a throwback—it’s modernized with smoother decision-making that keeps things fresh.

Your Choices Shape the Adventure: This is like a ‘choose-your-own-adventure’ title on a whole new level. Every choice you make sends you down a different path, which means endless possibilities for how your story unfolds.

Tactical Dice Rolling: We’re not talking about luck here; we’re talking about strategy. Rolling the dice in Questboard isn’t just random—it’s a strategic move. Each roll can change the course of your journey, so you’ve gotta play it smart.

Free Demo in December: Can’t wait to check it out? The demo’s going live in December! Jump in and see if you’ve got what it takes to master the Questboard.