Aventura · 2022
Chrysalis Inc.
Chrysalis Inc. is a 2D/3D horror adventure puzzle platformer set in a desolate, abandoned toy factory. Players step into the shoes of a protagonist who awakens in this eerie environment, uncovering a twisted tale of forgotten toys, broken machinery, and dark secrets. The game blends exploration with time-bending puzzles, where solving past mysteries directly impacts the present. As you navigate crumbling halls and haunting remnants of child laborers, the story reveals layers of irony and tragedy. Some toys hold sinister purposes, and the line between creator and creation blurs. Unique mechanics let you alter past events to shape the current world, offering fresh ways to solve challenges. The factory itself feels alive, with hostile robots and unexplained energy sources adding tension. Developed over nine months by nine students from the University of Utah’s EAE Graduate Program, Chrysalis Inc. delivers a chilling, atmospheric experience. It’s a thought-provoking journey into the shadows of forgotten dreams. This project proves that creativity thrives even in the darkest corners.