Interactive Fiction
you have a cold.
Puts you in the shoes of Joy Carroll, who unexpectedly catches a cold on the first day of her week-long vacation. The game blends humor and frustration as you navigate Joy’s misadventures while dealing with the inconvenience of illness. With three main endings and nine variations, each path offers a unique twist on the story. The narrative spans over 60,000 words, delivering a rich, immersive experience that takes about 1 to 1.5 hours to complete, depending on your reading speed. Players can save and load progress, and the game supports both Windows 32 and 64-bit offline play. The story includes lighthearted, slightly goofy moments and is best enjoyed full screen. Content warnings apply due to references to coughing and sneezing. Developed using Twine, Artflow, Photoshop, and Capcut, the game is a labor of love from J.T and collaborators. A creative escape for fans of interactive fiction and quirky storytelling. This title is a must-try for those who enjoy narrative-driven games.