Schattenwelt - A Pen & Paper Adventure

Dive into a world where the sun has vanished from the skies and darkness rules the earth. Where creatures emerged from the shadows and only the bravest adventurers dare to leave the safe lights of the city to gather what’s left from humanity’s former self.

"Schattenwelt" or Shadow World is a pen-and-paper inspired game that is based on a board game I developed several years ago. Create and manage a party of up to four characters, collect items and resources, earn experience and master skills to explore the mysteries of this world and see what it hides behind its shadows.

This demo is a proof of concept to see if the idea is worth developing, so feedback is highly appreciated!
All texts were written in German first. I've made a full English translation, but I recommend using the original language if suitable.

Key features:

Party Management

• Custom Party Creation: Build and personalize a party of up to four characters.
• Character Progression: Earn XP to improve attributes and unlock powerful new skills.
• Loot & Loadouts: Discover and equip a wide variety of items found throughout the world.
• Crafting: Create essential supplies using gathered herbs and materials.
• Vitals Management: Balance Health, Terror, and Stamina to ensure your party's survival.

Combat

• Tactical Turn-Based Play: Experience board-game-inspired combat that rewards careful planning.
• Strategic Positioning: Make critical tactical decisions to maintain your group's physical health and mental sanity.

Exploration

• Choice & Consequence: Tackle scenarios with different approaches. But be wary, for every decision is being watched.
• Environmental Storytelling: Uncover the lore of a dark world through immersive texts and detailed item descriptions.