Visual Novel
The Missing Ingredient
Invites players into a heartfelt indie adventure where Mavis Neela Berry, a determined baker, fights to win her town’s pie contest with a cherished family recipe. After a mysterious figure appears at her chicken coop, she hires them as a farmhand, sparking intrigue around their identity and connection to the full moon’s strange occurrences. The game features a customizable Love Interest—Shauna (She/Her) or Shawn (He/Him)—whose gender choice doesn’t alter the story but shapes their dynamic with Mavis. Players explore a supernatural twist in this 26,000-word narrative with two endings, alongside unlockable content like CG art and a gallery. Developed by Meant to Bee Studios, Skywrite Studios, and others, the game emphasizes emotional depth and atmospheric storytelling. With 2 Endings and contributions from artists like Grey Enwright and Orirising, it’s a labor of love for indie enthusiasts. Dive into this quirky tale of love, secrets, and pie-making.