In VSCS-II, a world where advanced technology surveils every action and automated systems perpetuate societal injustices, a darker threat looms. The game plunges you into the underbelly of the internet, where clandestine groups of freedom fighters operate on secure networks to resist oppression.
Their methods, however, are as varied as their motivations.
As a new entrant to this digital frontier, you must navigate this complex landscape using a modified 1980s operating system. Your mission is to establish contact with these factions, meticulously investigate the truth behind the encroaching surveillance state, and ultimately make critical decisions that will shape the future of privacy in a world determined to eliminate it.
Overview
VSCS-II is an adventure and simulation game set in an alternate future where computer hardware is heavily regulated. The only loophole? A commercial failure from 1986, the Stultusoft "Very Secure Computer." Players must utilize this retro technology to interact with digital resistance movements and uncover a conspiracy.
Highlights
- Genre: Adventure, Indie, Simulation
- Release Date: February 22, 2024
- Features: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
Who It's For
This game is for players who enjoy narrative-driven experiences with a focus on investigation and decision-making, set against a backdrop of technological dystopia and retro computing. It may also appeal to those interested in political themes and the concept of digital privacy.
Game Info
- Developer: Oliver Morrish
- Publisher: Skullbutton Interactive
- Languages: English (full audio support)
- Content: Occasional mature language and discussion of mature political themes.