Suzerain

Suzerain is a text-based narrative role-playing game focused on politics. It takes place in an alternate reality set in the 1950s with unique countries, cultures and characters. In this interactive world, the player is on a journey where they can express themselves politically, morally or pragmatically as the President of Sordland, as well as a father and husband. The artistic aim and philosophy of the game is to put the player in the shoes of being a political leader at the personal level, delving extensively into power relationships, hard choices and real consequences. We strive to answer a few questions regarding the complexities of politics and raise even more questions about the driving force behind certain behaviours. Therefore, we set out to create a realistic and engaging story which is conveyed through the interactive and multi-conversant capable conversation system. This core element is further supported by other story or game …