Monochroma

May 28, 2014 Nowhere Studios Nowhere Studios
Platform Puzzle Adventure Indie
Linux PC Mac XONE
About

Monochroma is a cinematic puzzle platformer that takes place in an industrial-alchemical environment. It's about being a kid, having a younger brother, growing up, falling down and solving some other puzzles.
Storyline

Set in an alternate universe, Monochroma tells the story of two little boys, brothers, who fly a kite. While the older brother watches over the younger, the younger brother injures himself. This means the older brother must carry the younger brother. The brothers soon witness something truly awful. Alone in the storm, they must survive six hours of devilishly clever puzzles in order to save their world from tyranny.
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Game Info

Release Date May 28, 2014
Developer Nowhere Studios
Publisher Nowhere Studios
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Side view
Themes Action, Fantasy
Monochroma

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