Interactive Fiction
The Book Ritual
Is an innovative, interactive art experience that transforms a physical book into a deeply personal narrative tool. Players write and doodle in their own book, guiding its responses through creative exercises and even tearing out pages to shape the evolving story. The game explores themes of loss, change, and memory, inviting reflection on how objects and experiences gain—or lose—meaning over time. Players can shred pages using a standard shredder, a custom USB-powered device, or even their own waste bin, making disposal a meaningful part of the journey. Designed for solo play or shared exhibitions, it allows strangers to collaboratively alter a single book, each contribution becoming a keepsake of another’s life. Recognized as a finalist for *Most Creative Game* at PLAY 18 and featured in prestigious events like EGX 2018 and the Alt-Ctrl GDC 2019, *The Book Ritual* blends tactile interaction with emotional storytelling. Its unique approach to narrative and player agency makes it a standout experience for fans of interactive art and literary exploration.