There’s an
Art Killer on the loose at Cruston Beaux-Arts Academy!
Follow the story of Johana: a Psychic Art Student who has been framed for the MURDER of seven artworks. Team up with Yamato, the school Security Guard, and help Johana investigate 7 potential suspects, each with their own motives, agendas, grudges and secrets.
But time is short, and if Johana can't find the REAL Art Killer in 14 days, Cruston Beaux-Arts Academy will be demolished and rebuilt into a
Water Park! Disgusting! Johana's future is on the line, so uncover the Art Killer, clear their name, and save the school they love!
GAMEPLAY
ShelfLife: Art School Detective is a 2.5D adventure that emphasises relationship-building, exploration, and psychic powers. Assume the role of Johana, a lazy but well-meaning Art Student who has been framed for
art murder! Help Johana clear their name and figure out the true culprit, before it's too late...
Build connections with 7 potential suspects over 14 in-game days. Astral project into artwork to uncover secrets from characters’ subconscious. Collect clues & evidence to unmask the mysterious ART KILLER before time runs out. IT'S ART SCHOOL, BABY!
FEATURES
- Explore a cosy University Town set in fictional New Zealand.
- 7 Art School Weirdos to Befriend and Investigate (and maybe kiss?!)
- Collect clues, items and evidence: look for contradictions and find the TRUTH!
- Astral project into lush mixed-media Art Worlds.
- Make choices and manage your time across a 14 day in-game calendar.
- Bop along to an Indie Bedroom Pop Soundtrack!
LIGHT CONTENT WARNING
Supernatural themes, elements of true-crime parody, occasional swearing/cursing and offensive language.
