Disclaimer

The purpose of this Proof of Concept is to demonstrate the basic idea of interactions between the status of the the environment and the mental state of character.

As Without so Within

AWSW will consist in saving the environment to improve one's mental health, then using the renewed fortitude to face one's own inner world; this in a soothing, meditative and holistic experience.

Classical and environmental puzzles, antagonists and helpers, limitations, obstacles and meditation rooms are present in both worlds, and across them.

Project Timeline

We'll be using this PoC to open the dialog and evaluate the interest of the community. If we receive good feedback, we'll move to Kickstarter and start the development of "As Without so Within".

Our plan is to work incrementally, providing a feature-complete early access within 6 months, and provide more contents (features, puzzles, environments, meditation routines) as the project grows.

Visit our YouTube pages for updates: https://www.youtube.com/@ImproveGames-p3k/videos

Planned Features

• Character builds and skills based on the OCEAN (big5) psychological model.
• In-game mental afflictions will be based on the DSM-5 report.
• Immersive stylised nature representation to invite soothing feelings.
• Unlock meditation areas during gameplay for direct access and relax sessions.
• Open modding and community oriented development, sharing environments, gameplay and meditation routines within the community.