about

The Weirdwood is a hand-drawn, text-based exploration game inspired by fairytales, folklore, and urban ​legends. It blends rich environmental storytelling with elements of visual novels, MUDs, and classic ​point-and-click adventure games.

The game is currently under development, so check back often for new locations, puzzles, and other ​expansions to our world!

the story

You wake up in the heart of a sun-speckled wood, and you wake up alone.

You do not remember who you are. A pall of enchantment clings to the trees like spiderwebs. Creatures ​of feather and fang prowl in the shadows, beckoning to you with human voices. In this forest of ​forgetting, cleverness is your currency and memories your key.

Wander at your leisure—and remember not to feed the faeries.

features

Experience a narrative-rich adventure. Explore a folklore-inspired setting filled with mystery, ​magic, and thoughtfully crafted lore.

Befriend the creatures of the forest. Earn the trust of the forest’s inhabitants through detailed ​dialogue and side-quests.

Immerse yourself in a living, breathing world. Locations change dynamically with the time and ​season, revealing new paths and perspectives.

Solve challenging riddles. Use your wit to gain access to secret locations and hidden locales.

Uncover the secrets of the forest. Discover the true nature of the forest and its inhabitants.

Come back again and again. The woods are waiting.

faq

Why can’t I save my game?

Unlike traditional games, the Weirdwood doesn’t require cookies, callbacks, collectibles, or ​consoles to play. You can access the forest from any browser or device without worrying ​about save states, account registration, or losing unsaved progress. Progression is based on ​your knowledge of the inhabitants of the forest and their stories, not bits of data stored on a ​device.

Where can I play?

The game can be accessed right on your web browser. Eventually, we may release an app ​version, but for now we live right here, at www.theweirdwood.com. Click Play Now to get ​started!

How long is the game?

It depends entirely on what you want to get out of the game. You can complete the main ​storyline in as little as an hour, or explore the 500+ passages... well... indefinitely. We ​regularly add new content, so we encourage you to check back often. The world is constantly ​growing!

Will you tell me when new content is added?

You can find our devlog here. Check back periodically for updates!

Is it free to play?

Sure is! That said, we appreciate when players support us by purchasing the game on Itch.io. ​If donations aren’t your thing, a positive review is worth its weight in gold. And lastly, ​consider sharing your feedback. Or, you know… just tell a friend how awesome we are :)

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