MERCY 

FACE THE TRUTH.

About

Mercy is a single-player 3D narrative game that immerses players in the life of a struggling mother grappling with the impact of religious trauma on her family. As players explore her home, they uncover the emotional weight of her past decisions, creating a profound narrative experience that resonates with empathy and understanding.

Featured Highlights

  • Narrative Depth

  • Immersive Environment

  • Engaging Interactions

  • Religious Discussions

Official Release Trailer

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Gameplay

Players interact with recognizable religious symbols and ideologies to grasp the implications of the mother’s narrative. The gameplay encourages exploration of her home, where the environment reflects her struggles and past mistakes. Each room holds significant narrative elements, inviting players to engage with the story on a personal level.

Development

Mercy was developed over four weeks using Unity Engine by a dedicated team of two designers. The focus was on creating an emotionally resonant environment that reflects the protagonist’s struggles. Through detailed level design and narrative-driven gameplay, the team aimed to evoke empathy and understanding, making players reflect on the impact of personal choices within a familial context.

Development Details

Engine: Unity

Language: C#

Platforms: Windows & Mac

Tools Used: Unity, Unity Pro-Builder, Adobe Creative Suite

Developers

Anne Evans

Game Design, Environmental Design, Prop Design, Sound Design, Graphic Design

Hannah Key