The Shattering

Your memory is completely gone. You are surrounded by an endless white void. A voice breaks the silence, and a watch swings slowly in your vision: "I know you think everything is alright, but tell me, how come you can’t even remember her name?" The Shattering immerses you in the psyche of John Evans, where you must struggle to assemble the fragments of your past. As your mind creates false memories to shield you from reality, you must traverse this twisted path. Follow the Doctor's voice deep into your subconscious to relive the defining moments of John's life. Uncover the truth, destroy the lies, learn John's fate, and recover her name. This is a first-person psychological thriller driven by story, characterized by changing environments, striking visuals, and a gripping narrative. Lacking fail states or complex riddles, the gameplay is designed to draw you deep into John's mind and the mystery of his history. A powerful, emotive soundtrack breathes life into the experience, complementing the captivating visuals. Explore a rich, evolving world within John's mind with no boundaries. The game features realistic environments bathed in a unique pristine white aesthetic. The story unfolds across four acts, helping you piece together your past and understand the present. The sublime, original score intensifies the narrative journey. Created by Super Sexy Software, a close-knit team of five friends led by Marta Szymanska, development started in 2013. The project explores the use of white and absence of information to create fear, contrasting with traditional darkness. With team members in Poland, France, and Switzerland, they worked with publisher Deck13 to bring this passion project to life.