Recall: Empty Wishes

About This Game

Echoes of the past linger—will you dare to listen?

What led to the sudden disappearance of Tommy Lin, a smart and considerate boy? One day, Yonny discovers an old toy phone receiver she and Tommy used as children. This mysterious device connects Yonny and her friend to a surreal realm where they can enter the memory echoes of certain individuals linked to Tommy. Using the receiver, they tap into these people’s deepest desires, ultimately seeking to uncover the truth behind Tommy’s disappearance.

Step into the roles of Yonny and Phoebe as they relive the memories of crucial characters linked to Tommy's fate. Each chapter delves into one character’s past, unveiling their innermost wishes and secrets. In this captivating 2D side-scrolling adventure, players interact with a full cast of characters, collect key items, make pivotal choices, and investigate detailed scenes to unravel the mystery of Tommy's disappearance.

▴The five main characters (left to right): Phoebe (Yonny's friend), Mocky (Tommy's friend), Tommy, Eartha (Tommy and Yonny’s mother) and Yonny (Tommy's sister).

▴The Hallway of Empty Wishes, containing the echoes of key characters.

• Immersive adventure based on the culture of Taiwanese students in the 2010s

• Non-linear storytelling that combines elements of fantasy, mystery, and horror

• Multiple character perspectives with alternate points of view and narration

• Choices that affect other characters and endings

• 2D side-scrolling gameplay with interactive elements and puzzle-solving

• Pixel-art graphics combined with hand-drawn portraits of characters

• Multiple language support, including English, Chinese and Japanese

▴Enter the memories of key characters and uncover the truth.

▴Interact with puzzles to progress through the story.