Apartment Story: Unveiling a new Narrative Thriller
The gaming scene is about to get a thrilling shake-up with the announcement of the release date for Apartment Story. This narrative thriller, developed by Glasgow-based Blue Rider Interactive, is set to hit PC on September 26th. In the vein of third-person narrative adventures and The Sims, Apartment Story is a mature single-player narrative experience that unfolds within the confines of a single apartment over the course of a few days.
The game centres around Arthur, a 27-year-old navigating the trials of life when his world is turned upside down by the unexpected visit of his former roommate, Diane. The player must guide Arthur through real-time narrative events and manage interpersonal relationships, all while ensuring Arthur's needs and welfare are met through a life sim-style management system. The game's grounded PSX-style aesthetic adds to the atmospheric immersion.
The launch trailer for Apartment Story is now live and can be viewed here:
The game is also available for wishlisting on Steam.
Apartment Story offers a unique blend of gameplay elements, seamlessly merging the mundanity of modern day-to-day living with a gripping narrative. The game's writer and director, Sean Wenham, is available for interviews to discuss his influences and inspirations for the game. Keep an eye out for more updates on this exciting new title.
