The Need To Live
A downloadable game for Windows and macOS
A manor in the countryside stands resolute against the elements, protecting its occupants rain or shine.
Henri and Julien, its vampiric occupants, aren't weathering so well, however.
Centuries of life has left one numb and the other with crushing guilt.
When Adeline arrives mysteriously on their front step, it's up to her to find a middle ground while navigating her own set of challenges.
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Route Guide is now Available!
Content Warnings:
- Themes include discussions and descriptions of mental health conditions such as: PTSD, Suicidal Ideation, Depression, and Anxiety
- Imagery of blood, and fantasy violence
- Descriptions of blood, fantasy violence, trauma and suggestive scenes
Credits:
- Claire Wilshire (nivarian) - Producer
- T Chase (chasecubed) - Writer/Narrative Designer
- Yawns (yawns) - Character, BG, CG, & Board Artist, Character Designer
- Chrysu W (chrysu) - UI Artist, Git Engineer, Programmer, Editor, Jack of All Trades
- DW (@dwcantread): - Editor/Proofreader
- Terra Babcock - Editor, Unity & NaniNovel Consultant
- Nora Hébert - Music/SFX Consultant
- Music sourced from Dark Fantasy Studios
- SFX sourced from 99Sound & FreeSFX.co.uk
Download
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Development log
- Rate Our Game! ♥28 days ago
- Update Regarding Price Point & Dulcia Games76 days ago
- Version 1.02 Minor Update ReleaseFeb 29, 2024
- Support Us!Feb 29, 2024
- Route Guide is Up!Feb 29, 2024
- Launch Day Update!Feb 26, 2024
Comments
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This game is AMAZING!! I felt so spoiled by every bit of gorgeous CG art we got (there's so many???) plus by how well-written the story is. It's so heartfelt and every tender moment between Julien and Henri felt very genuine and organic :') The moments where we had to ask 'deep' questions were very,, real (?). I enjoyed this game thoroughly. Please send my regards to the team! Looking forward to future games if there are any in the works! ❤️
I only just realized this comment got relegated to the approval queue?? (i'm really not sure why!)
But thank you so much for your kind words!
What player age would you recommend for your game?
Overall, the game stays within PG13 range
Alright, thanks! ^-^
My siblings and I loved playing this together. Congratulations on making a wonderful game!
thank you so much!! I’m very proud of our team!
Hello henri, btw i loved this
Henri's fanclub adds a new member!
haha thank you so much!
is it okay to simp of Henri?.........................................(AMAZING GAME!!)
😆 respectfully (THANK YOU!!)
Just finished playing and really enjoyed the game! Y'all did really great work on this!!
Thank you so much Aris!!!
I'm having trouble for some reason opening the build on a Mac.
To avoid all issues with launching game, please use the ItchIO installer that you can find here.
Using the itchio app will also make sure you're on the newest build! I've personally tested that the game opens on my macbook pro 2016
Ah gotcha. Alright then, thanks! Can't wait to play!
I've got the three early endings and the neutral ending. Idk how to get the last two endings. I'm stuck between early 3 or neutral.
the last two endings are conditional (3 total, including the Neutral Ending)! Theyre dependent on the choices youve made throughout the game. :)
i will be finalizing a guide soon to help!
Thank you ^^
BTW I really like the artstyle of your game and the changing POVs of the three
ahhh tysm!!!!! the team is so happy with how it all turned out. looking forward to really polishing this up! 💪
The good ending.......I cried 2 times. Sooooo lovely.
yay!!!!! <3