Have A Mind-Bending Experience In Kafka's Metamorphosis, A New Visual Novel Game

MazM's "Kafka's Metamorphosis," a new Android game, offers a captivating narrative experience. Known for titles like "Jekyll & Hyde" and "Phantom of the Opera," MazM blends family drama, romance, mystery, and psychological horror in this latest release.

Understanding Kafka's Metamorphosis: The Game

This short-form narrative game delves into the life of Franz Kafka, specifically focusing on his pivotal year of 1912, when he penned "The Metamorphosis." Players witness Kafka's struggles balancing his aspirations as a writer with his responsibilities as a son and employee. The game explores the underlying reasons for his creation of this iconic novella.

Drawing inspiration from Kafka's life and works, including "The Metamorphosis" and "The Judgment," the game portrays themes of isolation and familial pressure. It presents these struggles through Kafka's perspective, highlighting the timeless relevance of societal expectations and the pursuit of passion.

While the subject matter may seem intense, the game avoids excessive sadness or negativity. Instead, it offers a unique perspective on familiar themes through poetic storytelling and emotional depth. See a preview below:

A Human and Relatable Experience

The game features beautifully rendered illustrations and a lyrical, concise narrative. It successfully integrates literature and gaming, drawing inspiration not only from "The Metamorphosis" and "The Judgment," but also from "The Castle," "The Trial," and Kafka's personal writings.

Available for free on the Google Play Store, "Kafka's Metamorphosis" is a must-have for fans of narrative games. MazM is also developing their next game, a horror/occult title based on Edgar Allan Poe's works.