Visual Novel , Interactive Fiction
Toumayhem
Toumayhem is a sci-fi mystery visual novel set at Shigo Private High School in Hokkaido. Yuki Kourei, a shy first-year, is thrust into a struggle against the school’s strict social hierarchy and becomes entangled in a string of murders. The game explores dark themes like murder, suicide, bullying, and includes math elements that may not appeal to everyone. Yuki, escaping his overprotective mother, joins the isolated school but quickly feels isolated as “Ghost” among older students. Joining the Spectral Brigade, he uncovers nightmares and visions of death that become reality during a snowstorm that traps him and his peers. Players navigate four different routes and sixteen endings, with the true path requiring careful choices to save lives. The story emphasizes trust, friendship, and consequences, featuring an in-game flowchart, a Bandcamp banda sonora, and an official booklet with guides and artwork. With a mix of mystery, drama, and suspense, Toumayhem offers a gripping experience for fans of narrative-driven games. The development team includes Cres.