A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, and Linux


Gameplay Loop

Move in a 3D first-person environment and patrol rooms for unpredictable changes. Anomalies will show up periodically, so keep your eye out. Use your tablet to select the affected room and identify the correct anomaly category from 8 different types. Accurate reports will trigger a remote neutralization sequence. If you're not observant enough, anomalies will take over the area and lead to dire consequences.


Progression and Mechanics

  • Survive Your Shift: Complete the night shift until 6 AM (~30 min irl) or die trying. Both outcomes yield Discoins, based on your performance.
  • In-Game Economy: Play repeatedly to grind currency. Spend Discoins to purchase and upgrade specialized tools that assist in anomaly detection.
  • Three Difficulties: Adjust the difficulty to your own play style, but keep in mind that harder difficulties provide more Discoins.
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Developer Note

This is our first game, so feedback is truly appreciated. Hop on discord to report bugs, send detailed feedback or just chill with us!

If you're having issues with lag, lowering the resolution in settings helps a lot ^^


Development Roadmap

Planned for a future full release:

  • More (bigger) maps
  • NPCs you have to avoid
  • More interesting anomalies
  • Achievements
  • More easter eggs
  • Audio mixing settings
  • Controller support

Download

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Discern-Windows-Demo.zip 100 MB
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Discern-MacIntel-Demo.zip 100 MB
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Discern-MacSilicon-Demo.zip 97 MB
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Discern-Linux-Demo.zip 117 MB

Development log

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