The Perfect Pencil has been announced for the PC and the Nintendo Switch. It looks like a wonderful action-adventure game with some deep story elements. Introspective and relatable story elements seems to be a necessity for indie games like this, but I’m certainly not complaining.
The Perfect Pencil takes inspiration from some fantastic games such as Hollow Knight, Celeste, and Limbo.
Developer Studio Cima used Hollow Knight as an inspiration for the gameplay and Celeste and Limbo more for the more character-driven approach to the story. The main character’s journey is also a reflection of his personal growth, and throughout his journey, players will face decisions that challenge their perception of the human psyche.
The story of The Perfect Pencil aims to challenge players to comprehend and face uncomfortable situations that stem from their fears and anxieties. That is certainly fair enough. I know I’ve had more than a few battles with anxiety.
“I’m so proud and excited to finally announce The Perfect Pencil, a project made with love, attention, and commitment. It was born from the idea of telling a personal story of psychological struggle through interaction with peculiar and multifaceted characters. The video game medium gives the opportunity to create an immersive experience that I hope will allow the players to confront and discover something about themselves while building their own personal path. The Perfect Pencil is our attempt at creating a unified narrative experience that encapsulates a vulnerable, beautiful element of the human condition.”
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Source: Press Release
