Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Role-playing game (RPG), Visual Novel
- Platforms: iOS, Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Choice of Games LLC
- Publishers: Choice of Games LLC
MetaHuman Inc.: A Thrilling Interactive Novel of Superpowers and Corporate Intrigue
Introduction
MetaHuman Inc. (2015) is a thrilling 260,000-word interactive novel by Paul Gresty, author of “The ORPHEUS Ruse.” It is a text-based game with no graphics or sound effects, but it more than makes up for it with its deep choices, branching storylines, and immersive world-building.
You play as the CEO of a multinational corporation that sells superpowers to the highest bidder. With a vast array of powers at your disposal, you must make strategic decisions to grow your company, impress your shareholders, and navigate the treacherous world of corporate intrigue.
Gameplay
MetaHuman Inc. is a choice-based game, meaning that your choices control the story. You will be presented with a variety of options at key points in the story, and your choices will determine how the story progresses. There are multiple possible endings, depending on the choices you make.
The game features a wide range of superpowers, from classic abilities like super strength and flight to more exotic powers like time travel and mind control. You can choose to focus on developing one particular power, or you can become a jack-of-all-trades with a variety of powers.
In addition to superpowers, you will also have access to a variety of futuristic technologies. These technologies can be used to give you an edge in business negotiations, combat, or even time travel.
Characters
The characters in MetaHuman Inc. are well-developed and complex. You will interact with a variety of characters, from your loyal employees to your ruthless competitors. Each character has their own unique motivations and goals, and you will need to carefully consider how you interact with them.
There are three possible romance options in the game. You can choose to romance a male or female character, and your choices will determine how the relationship progresses.
Setting
MetaHuman Inc. is set in a futuristic world where superpowers are commonplace. The world is a complex and dangerous place, and you will need to use all of your skills and resources to survive.
You will travel to a variety of locations during the game, including your corporate headquarters, secret labs, and even other planets. The world of MetaHuman Inc. is full of possibilities, and you will never know what you might find around the next corner.
Themes
MetaHuman Inc. explores a variety of themes, including the nature of power, the ethics of capitalism, and the importance of choice. The game asks the player to question what it means to be human, and what it means to be a good leader.
Conclusion
MetaHuman Inc. is a thrilling and thought-provoking interactive novel that will keep you entertained for hours on end. With its deep choices, branching storylines, and immersive world-building, MetaHuman Inc. is a must-play for fans of cyberpunk and corporate intrigue.
Here are some additional details about the game:
- Play as male or female, gay or straight
- Three possible romances
- Travel through time
- Negotiate with aliens
- Become the most powerful human being in the world
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding interactive novel, then MetaHuman Inc. is the perfect game for you.
Review Score
8/10
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