Homebody

Overview

Homebody is a time loop horror puzzle game featuring a deep, strange, and emotional narrative about mental health and relationships. Each time loop reveals more about what happened at this strange house, combining non-linear puzzles, homages to slasher films and retro gaming, and a time loop adventure.

Story

Emily and her college buddies have gathered at a remote rental house to watch the Perseid meteor shower. They try to rekindle the bonds they once had, but lingering emotional wounds and social anxieties leave Emily feeling more alone than ever. When the power suddenly goes out, it's almost a relief. But under the cover of darkness, a mysterious killer picks them off one by one. After a bloody night, Emily wakes back up in the foyer. Realizing something is horribly wrong, Emily must find an escape, no matter what it takes.

Gameplay

Evade an unstoppable killer inspired by retro horror games like Clock Tower and 80s slasher films. Solve non-linear escape room puzzles inspired by adventure classics like Myst. Stealthily explore the house, moving quietly and hiding in closets to evade the killer's responsive AI. Learn more about Emily's relationships with choice-driven dialogue. Use an in-game journal to track clues and puzzle solutions, piecing together this mysterious event. With continually changing challenges in the house, puzzles will require strategic and creative thinking to solve.