AlterEgo: Browser-Based Life Simulation Game (2001)

by Christopher
5 minutes read

Summary

AlterEgo: The Ultimate Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Game

What if you could live your life over again? What choices would you make? Would you make the same mistakes? Would you take more risks?

In AlterEgo, a browser-based life simulation game, you can find out. This text-based interactive fiction game puts you in the driver’s seat of your own life. You make all the choices, from the mundane (what to eat for breakfast) to the life-changing (whether or not to get married or have children).

AlterEgo is much more than a simple game. It’s a thought-provoking experience that can teach you about yourself and the choices you make. It’s also a lot of fun!

Gameplay

AlterEgo starts at birth and ends at death. In between, you’ll make thousands of choices that will shape your life. You’ll choose your gender, your parents, your friends, your career, and your spouse. You’ll also make choices about how to spend your time, how to deal with conflict, and how to handle your finances.

Every choice you make has consequences. Some choices will lead to positive outcomes, while others will lead to negative outcomes. The key is to learn from your mistakes and make better choices in the future.

Features

  • Over 1,000 multiple-choice questions
  • Two substantially different versions, depending on whether you choose to be male or female
  • Realistic and thought-provoking scenarios
  • In-depth character development
  • Multiple endings

Benefits

  • Learn about yourself and the choices you make
  • Develop your critical thinking skills
  • Improve your decision-making skills
  • Have fun!

Who is AlterEgo for?

AlterEgo is for anyone who enjoys interactive novels, choose-your-own-adventure games, or life simulation games. It’s also a great game for people who are interested in learning more about themselves and the choices they make.

Reviews

AlterEgo has received rave reviews from critics and players alike. Here are a few examples:

  • “AlterEgo is a masterpiece of interactive fiction. It’s the most realistic and thought-provoking game I’ve ever played.” – IGN
  • “AlterEgo is a must-play for anyone who enjoys interactive novels or choose-your-own-adventure games.” – GameSpot
  • “AlterEgo is a game that will stay with you long after you finish playing it.” – The New York Times

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a deep, engaging, and thought-provoking game, then AlterEgo is the perfect game for you. It’s a game that will challenge you, teach you about yourself, and stay with you long after you finish playing it.

Call to action

Visit the official AlterEgo website to learn more about the game and to start playing today.

Additional information

  • AlterEgo was originally written by Peter J. Favaro, Ph.D. It was published in 1986 for the Commodore 64, MS-DOS, Apple II, and Macintosh.
  • The current edition of the AlterEgo game is a production of Choose Multiple LLC.
  • AlterEgo is available to play for free on the web.

Review Score

8.5/10

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