Turkish game studio, Elyzio, has today revealed Pera Coda, an narrative mystery adventure set in the streets of Istanbul’s historic Pera neighborhood. This point-and-click isometric cRPG is said to be inspired by Disco Elysium as well as by the exploration-driven mystery of Outer Wilds, and the looping puzzle mechanics of 12 Minutes. A brief announcement trailer accompanied the announcement:

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PERA CODA is not just a mystery, it’s an existential trial. Players assume the role of Deniz, an attorney trapped in a subconscious state between life and death, as he becomes the judge and defendant in the reckoning of his own soul. In gameplay, players interact with a deeply psychological story through impactful dialogue choices and layered environmental puzzles. As the game unfolds, they confront Deniz’s traumatic memories to uncover hidden truths, solving intricate mysteries as they explore an evolving world. Ideal for audiences seeking mature, narrative-rich storytelling, this unique experience is accessible, universal, and emotionally resonant for global players.

Features of Pera Coda include:

• An Adventure About a Man Trapped Between Life and Death | Play as a man trapped in a purgatory-like loop, unable to live or die, forced to confront the memories, regrets, and relationships that shaped him. Each loop reflects Deniz’s psychological journey, with progress tied to emotional breakthroughs.
• Narrative depth with branching dialogue & puzzle integration | Explore a psychological story filled with mysteries to uncover.
• Set in Istanbul, a city of beauty in chaos | A surreal rendering of one of the oldest cities in the world, featuring iconic real-world locations.
• Visually striking & surreal art | From neon-drenched alleys to hauntingly familiar dreamscapes, every environment is crafted to evoke emotion, with an isometric lens designed to highlight environmental clues, symbolic elements, and visual storytelling.
• Accessible, intuitive point & click mechanics | Point-and-click interactions to immerse players without overwhelming them. Complex emotional storytelling is delivered through simple, intuitive controls— no combat, no grind, just exploration, dialogue, and choice.

Pera Coda is available to wishlist on Steam, but no release window has been provided.

SOURCE: GBAtemp Inbox

 

[SDA]

Why, WHY this had to come from Turkey.

 

[a_username_that_is_cool]

Why, WHY this had to come from Turkey.

Would you rather it come from Chicken?