Experience a poignant short-form visual novel inspired by the life of Franz Kafka. MazM Membership holders can access all content for free using their existing ID.
"Kafka's Metamorphosis" is an emotional narrative game set in the autumn of 1912, the year Kafka penned his masterpiece. It delves into 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 reflecting his complex relationship with his father), the game resonates with universal themes of familial conflict and the feeling of insignificance. While focusing on Kafka's internal conflict between his writerly identity and his father's expectations, it mirrors the pressures faced by individuals then and now.
Uncover Kafka's choices and the creative process behind his iconic works. "Kafka's Metamorphosis" offers a lyrical and melancholic experience with intuitive touch controls and a fast-paced narrative, similar to a short film. Players will explore Kafka's daily life and inner world, experiencing a range of emotions. Playing the game enhances the appreciation of Kafka's works. Beyond the aforementioned stories, the game 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 emotional literary content and simple touch controls.
- A narrative reminiscent of a poetic and tragic film, incorporating Kafka's writing and short stories.
- Free access to early game stages.
- Blends everyday emotional stories with family drama, romance, horror, grotesque, and mystery elements.
- Portrays Franz Kafka as a writer, son, employee, and man, exploring the roots of his literature.
- An emotional narrative providing insight into Kafka's life, relatable to modern experiences.
This Game is Ideal For:
- Those seeking solace from daily life's stresses.
- Those who enjoy touching stories told through dialogue, illustrations, and narrative.
- Fans of visual novels, story games, character games, light novels, and web novels.
- Those preferring simple and easy controls for literary and cinematic narratives.
- Readers interested in Kafka but intimidated by his works.
- Those curious about Franz Kafka's life story.
- Aspiring creators struggling with creative processes.
- Literature enthusiasts who prefer playing 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.
