Overview

The Wolf of Derevnya is a narrative-driven survival-horror game developed and published by Nightwell Games. Set in the rich medieval world of Kievan Rus', players step into the shoes of a jaded hero accused of a crime they may not have committed. When the villagers of Derevnya begin to suffer from mysterious attacks, suspicion immediately falls upon the protagonist. To clear their name and save the village, players must track down the beast responsible. However, the path to uncovering the truth is intertwined with confronting the hero's own buried past.

Highlights

  • This is a 7-chapter, illustrated choose-your-own-adventure game and visual novel, boasting a substantial 87,000-word narrative.
  • Developed by Nightwell Games, this title was first recognized after its demo gained traction in InkJam 2022 and Spooktober 4th Annual Visual Novel Jam.
  • The game features a compelling story rich with choices that matter, set against a backdrop of psychological horror and medieval mystery.

Who It's For

Fans of interactive fiction, visual novels, and story-rich experiences will find themselves drawn into the dark world of The Wolf of Derevnya. Players who enjoy games where their choices have significant consequences and appreciate a good mystery with horror elements will particularly enjoy this title. Those interested in historical settings with a supernatural twist will also find it appealing.

Game Info

Released on April 4, 2023, The Wolf of Derevnya is a paid title available on Steam. It supports English language options and includes Steam Achievements. The game is categorized under Interactive Fiction and Visual Novel genres, with strong elements of Horror and Choices Matter gameplay. It also features multiplayer functionality and is compatible with Steam Family Sharing.