North Along The River - VN Demo

Venture into a decaying world, make choices that will shape the course of your fate, and unravel the truth behind the deadly zombie virus.

Dive deep into the post-apocalypse where the remnants of society cling to Green Zones while the rest of the world slowly falls into decay. Journey with Dylan, a reserved, intellectual coywolf, who faces the terrifying reality of infection. Guided by your choices, he embarks on a treacherous path, navigating love, betrayal, and survival against a dying world filled with horrors and hidden secrets.

Features:

• Character-driven storytelling: Get to know Dylan, a writer turned reluctant adventurer, and Cody, a rebellious lynx with a past. Witness their complex relationship, full of unspoken tensions and painful revelations.
• Rich and immersive world: Explore the post-apocalyptic zones - Green, White, and Gray. Uncover the mysteries of the zombified wilderness and the remnants of a once-thriving world.
• Your choices matter: Decide how Dylan confronts his fate and his feelings for Cody. Choose your allies and the paths you tread, each leading to a different end.
• Meet a vibrant cast: From the charismatic pine marten Maddy and her friends to the enigmatic White Bear, discover the stories of those surviving in the shadows.
• Multiple endings: Your choices will shape Dylan's adventure, leading to entirely different conclusions, revelations, and legacies.

FAQs:

• Is this finished? No. This project is in limbo, mostly due to Jimmy’s personal constraints.  I do not foresee significant progress in the future. If you have any questions, please reach out to either of us on FA. 
• Is this a horror VN? Not really. It's closer to a survival-adventure.
• Is this a dating sim VN? No. 
• Does this have romance? Sort of, but it is not the focus.
• Is there gay? Yes.
• Are there NSFW scenes? Not in the demo. Maybe, in the full story.
• Is this a kinetic novel? No. Most of your choices have story consequences.
• Who is the team behind North? Story by Jimmy Belvins. Art direction by Pleax. Some art assets rendered by MidJourney AI.

This is a concept demo of a furry visual novel. Please expect it to be a bit unpolished. All game assets are subject to change, including the story. If you enjoyed it, please leave a comment.

Notes (v 0.1): 

• Concept demo ends at the first major branching point.
• There's around 20 minutes of gameplay, or about 5000 words of dialogue / narration
• Each character has only one sprite. Try to imagine them with different expressions. :)

hmmmm demo
 visual: yes
 idea: yes
 plot: yes 
conceptually, the project may well become successful