Talewarden: Riders of the New Day [DEMO]

This is a demo version!

Have you heard the story about the Riders of the Night and Talewarden? 
We heard...you were one of them. 

As Talewarden, you fall on an alien planet called Notoria. Explore over 30 different locations, each holding clues that reveal what’s happening here. Venture west to uncover why time stands still, discover the source of the eerie voice in your mind, and choose whether to restore time or find a way to return. 

Join 7 forgotten artists, the Riders of the Night, each from a different world. Gather around 10 campfires to talk, share hobbies and influence their relationships. Each of them holds a bitter story of unfulfilled goals that you can help them achieve on their loyalty quests. 

Romance one of three potential love interests. Stand by them as they search for a meaning. Stay loyal, when they're jealous, and experience their individual story arcs. 

Romanceable characters

Riders of the Night

Explore Notoria - Use point-and-click elements, collect resources and interact with over 30 queer friendly side characters. Investigate locations and interview lone wanderers, all to solve the mysteries you find along the way. 

Key features for full version

• A branching narrative focused on characters – Bond with your companions and shape their relationships to unlock multiple events. Your choices and affection you'll establish can lead to four distinct endings and several hidden ones.  

• Rich story – You’ve many mysteries to uncover. Why does the voice in your mind urge you to follow the roots? Why were you and your companions brought here from different worlds? What lies far to the west? And why does Daydra eat paper? 

• LGBTQ+ friendly cast - Talk with your companions around 10 campfires about art, life, lost dreams, and hardships to discover their unique backstories, and complete their loyalty quests. 

• Romance – A sulky Sheriff, a blunt Storm Sailor, and an alien Librarian. Win their sympathy, let them fall madly in love, and beware of their jealousy. 

• Inspect, Interview, Investigate - Use point-and-click elements to inspect various locations and gather items. Interview characters to gain valuable information and investigate mysteries to reach a good or bad conclusion. 

• Over 65 backgrounds - Including 30 explorable locations which you can visit via your journal and over 25 CGs. 

• Shape your character - By selecting your pronouns and hobbies. Choose one of four emotions to unlock special dialogue options and interactions. 

Content warning for full version

Talewarden includes flashing images, inappropriate language, minor descriptions of harm and death, implications about suicide and toxic relationships. The story covers some dark themes and mentions partial nudity. 

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