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Killing Time at Lightspeed (itch)

🏒 Gritfish πŸ“… 06 Apr 2015

🎬 Deep Vision & Technical Analysis

πŸŒ† Atmosphere & Visual Direction

Authentic vintage visual direction representing landmark era aesthetic standards.

⚑ Action Pacing & Physics Engine

Systemic interaction and engaging pacing designed for historical immersion.

🎯 Performance & Launch Trajectory

An essential milestone preserved in masterclass gaming archival standard.

Game Overview & History

You never know what the last thing you say to someone will be.

On a transport ship leaving earth, a passenger kills time by scrolling through the messages of their social media feed. As the ship leaves and moves further and further away from home, the delay between sending messages and their arrival lengthens.

Gameplay Mechanics & Systems

Killing Time at Lightspeed (itch) - In-Game Capture
πŸ“Έ Killing Time at Lightspeed (itch) - In-Game Capture

What feels like minutes on the ship is hours, days, weeks, even years back on Earth. Each refresh of the timeline is a tiny window into the past. What will you do in those precious few moments as the lives of everyone you know pass by?

A critically acclaimed work of interactive fiction, Killing Time at Lightspeed allows players to experience life aboard a spaceship hurtling through lightspeed.

Release & Industry Impact

Killing Time at Lightspeed (itch) - In-Game Capture
πŸ“Έ Killing Time at Lightspeed (itch) - In-Game Capture

Just how much can you affect other people’s lives with your fleeting interactions through social media? And will it be for the better?