The Demons Told Me to Make This Game

I have one big issue with this game: There's not enough of it. So buy it and support the devs so we can have more loops as soon as possible! (Also, there's very little voice acting which is understandable, but would be very nice if it were added in the future. Apart from that it's basically perfect.) Look, I could talk about the greatness of the dialogue, art and music and how unique and unlike anything I've played before this game is, but I will not because it's best to see that for yourself. I am surprised it's not more well known and loved though and I wonder if it's marketed right. I don't much get Steam categories because to me this is more of a visual novel than rpg, just like Slay the princess, which is also put under rpgs so what do I know. But there are no XP, no skills, no fighting and running around the world. 90% of the gameplay is choosing dialogue options, learning about your characters, talking to people, gathering clues and uncovering the mystery of what is hapenning in Red Hives. Which is exactly what makes this game so great. I was hooked on the story since seeing the demo and can't wait to see what happens next. If you love strong writing and characters, mystery, some horror elements (there are monsters but I wouldn't call the game scary), adult humour and, you know, trying every dialogue option just to see what happens, I believe you'll love this game too.

Really loving what I'm seeing so far in early access, love Tape and Gum as protagonist and how you shape them as characters. The game is hilarious, unhinged, morbid and mysterious. It somehow finds a natural balance in both un-serious and very serious moments with a lot of heart and soul. Your choices also carries weight and despite have the possibility to rewin Tape and Gum's death, it doesn't withdraw the weight and suspension with each choices. Feedback for possible changes and mixbags: I wasn't personally the biggest fan of the mini games, felt more like a chore and something you avoid doing, because it's not fun and just annoying. Despite that, really recommended it! Really fun to play overall, great narrative and characters. . . . Also my whisp totally ships Tape and Gum, this is a dating game in disguise!

A fun narrative with an interesting mechanic. If you enjoy dialogue trees in RPG's, this game is for you. Also if you get anxious about making choices that change outcomes and end up making dozens of saves so you can go back to see what you missed, that's effectively the core game mechanic! I enjoyed loop 1 and look forward to seeing the remaining parts as they come.

A game I desperately hope to see finished one day. A genius gameplay loop, really solid writing (with the occasional typo and odd wording), fun characters, and overall a really great vibe. My only complaint is that that it's incomplete, and the story cuts off right after a "here's the goal and here's what we do to do now!" scene that ends abruptly. Definitely worth the price, at the very least to support development

This game is fantastic and i desperately hope that there will be more of it! The time-line-jumping mechanic is simply great. Very well done, Devs!

Дуже зацікавило. Хочеться вірити, що розробники зможуть довести цей проєкт до повного релізу Що сподобалось? - зі скріншотів може здадится, що це черговий клон Disco: Elysium, але вайб тут абсолютно самобутній, а ігролад мені більше нагадав Slay the Princess, де теж найбільша інтрига в підборі комбінацій відповідей - тексти написані досить непогано, живою мовою і з гумором - приємний візуальний стиль, який пасує загальній атмосфері - гра ідеально пасує до стімдеку: текст читається, міні-ігри зручно проходяться з геймпадом Що не сподобалось? - нема можливості скіпнути побачений текст (класична опція для візуальних новел) - неочевидно, який буде результат, якщо перепроходити минулі часові проміжки - чи перенесуться предмети, чи вплинуть рішення. Через це не зовсім зручно відкривати альтернативні маршрути. Можливо, корисною була б опція скопіювати збереження, щоб в ньому поекспериментувати для ачівок, не ламаючи вдалу лінію проходження

Very unique story, and the time travel doesn't feel repetative because of 'save' points unlocked as you get different endings that let you skip to specific parts of a chapter/decisions.

Developed and published by Haunted Dude, The Demons Told Me to Make This Game is an inventive narrative RPG that combines psychological horror, supernatural mystery, dark humor, and investigative adventure into a memorable experience. Instead of placing players in the role of a traditional hero, the game casts them as Dark Wisp, an ethereal being with no physical form who can only shape events by possessing human hosts and subtly influencing their decisions. This unusual premise immediately separates the game from more conventional horror titles, emphasizing observation, manipulation, and problem-solving over combat. Set in the seemingly quiet town of Red Hives, the story gradually peels back layers of unsettling secrets involving demonic entities, mysterious cults, forgotten histories, and an impending catastrophe that threatens far more than a single community. One of the game's defining mechanics is its time-loop structure, which encourages players to learn through repetition rather than fear failure. Every cycle provides another opportunity to uncover hidden details, alter crucial choices, and observe events from entirely different perspectives. Since Dark Wisp relies on possessing various residents instead of acting directly, each host offers unique opportunities to reveal information that would otherwise remain hidden. The people under your influence are not passive puppets either, as they possess their own personalities, desires, and reactions that can either support or complicate your plans. This creates a fascinating balance between player control and character autonomy, making every decision feel significant while rewarding experimentation across multiple timelines. The branching narrative continuously motivates exploration, ensuring that replaying familiar sections often uncovers surprising dialogue, new relationships, and previously concealed pieces of the overarching mystery. The writing is easily among the game's greatest strengths. While its foundation is built upon cosmic horror and supernatural suspense, the script frequently balances its darker moments with dry wit and self-aware humor that keeps the experience engaging without undermining the tension. The town of Red Hives evolves into a compelling setting where nearly every resident, location, and conversation contributes something meaningful to the larger narrative. As players uncover increasingly disturbing truths, the story successfully maintains a sense of intrigue by revealing its mysteries gradually rather than overwhelming the player with exposition. Mature themes, including stylized violence, disturbing imagery, strong language, references to sexuality, and occult subject matter, reinforce the unsettling atmosphere while remaining integrated into the narrative instead of existing purely for shock value. The visual presentation embraces a distinctive hand-crafted style that perfectly complements the game's supernatural themes. Character portraits are expressive, environments are filled with subtle environmental storytelling, and the contrast between ordinary locations and bizarre supernatural manifestations creates an effective sense of unease. Rather than pursuing realistic graphics, the artistic direction focuses on personality and mood, allowing both human characters and eldritch creatures to leave lasting impressions. Audio also plays a significant role in shaping the experience, with atmospheric music and carefully designed sound effects heightening both moments of quiet investigation and scenes of mounting horror. Together, the visuals and soundtrack establish an immersive world that constantly reminds players something deeply unnatural lies beneath the town's ordinary appearance. As an Early Access release, the game currently represents only part of the complete vision. The available content includes the introductory portion of the story along with its first major chapter, providing a solid foundation while hinting at considerably larger plans for future updates. The developer has outlined ambitions to expand the adventure with additional time loops, new playable hosts, expanded mechanics, visual enhancements, localization support, and numerous quality-of-life improvements. Although the project remains unfinished, the current build already offers a substantial amount of narrative content and demonstrates a clear creative direction. Players expecting a complete experience may wish to wait for future development, but those who enjoy story-rich indie games with evolving narratives will already find plenty to appreciate. The Demons Told Me to Make This Game stands out because it confidently embraces originality instead of relying on familiar horror formulas. Its possession-based gameplay, layered time-loop mechanics, engaging mystery, memorable cast, and effective blend of suspense and humor create a refreshing experience that rewards curiosity from beginning to end. Even in its unfinished state, it delivers enough compelling storytelling and inventive design to leave a lasting impression, making it an easy recommendation for players who enjoy narrative adventures filled with supernatural intrigue, meaningful choices, and psychological tension. Rating: 8/10