Doubting Disease
A downloadable game
You're ten years old. You're sick with a fever. Your parents will know what to do, but how will you get to them?
A mysterious figure guards their door, and before you pass, he wants you to wash your hands. Over and over. He can't be satisfied.
How will you get help? Are you even awake?
CONTENT WARNINGS
- Post-processing film grain effects that range in intensity and may trigger migraines in some players (can be turned off in settings)
- Animated effects that may cause motion sickness in some players (can be turned off in settings)
- Depictions of mental illness (specifically germaphobia/ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
- Discussion and stylized depictions of blood
- Discussion and stylized depictions of parasites
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Even if a little bit cliche when it comes to the external monster as a manifestation of/metaphor for a mental health issue, the writing of the internal monologue and everything else in this game makes up for this in MILES. This game hit me so so hard, it is a very potent experience to go through, especially if you relate to many aspects. Thank you for making this.
I really appreciate that, seriously. My biggest hope for this project (other than a good grade -- I jest) was to shine a light on a particular struggle that often goes unnoticed or misrepresented, and the fact that it touched you is such an honour. Thank you for playing!
This Game is so well made! And in seven weeks too. I could never!
Thank you so much!
You're Welcome! Great work Man!