Soulcreek
A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android
Welcome to Illayla; one thousand years after the collapse of contemporary society.
What happened? No one remembers.
The human race? Gone.
Centuries later, the last surviving human is found with no memory, no past and a sprightly AI in his head that doesn't know the difference between humans and computers.
This post-apocalyptic future consist of sparse, primitive tribes that cling to scavenged remnants of revered technology. Their lives are made hazardous by the lethal Blackzones; swathes of abandoned, bountiful lands that are infested with ominous machine-creatures called ‘Demons’. Only the illusive Blackrunners, a sect of deft survivalists, know how to navigate the Blackzones and plunder them for precious Salvage in the name of their clan’s prosperity.
Together with the temperamental husky Loken, the last human must train to become the newest Blackrunner and discover the mysteries of the Blackzones, the incomprehensible creatures stalking them and the contentious question of his own origin.
Story and Code by Ryuo
Character sprites and CGs by Danielleclaire
Additional CGs by SidmonTheBear
Edited by Sam
This is a sci-fi/romance FVN intended to be released in instalments. It features a human male protagonist with a changeable name and a single m/m love interest. Choices may alter dialogue or relationship dynamics, but are mostly used for roleplaying purposes and have no major consequential effects on the story. There will be a single ending.
Soulcreek is a cosmic horror tale at its core, but also features comedy, drama and explicit romance. The story is a slow burn, so don't expect intense horror from the start.
There's no update schedule for the project as this is entirely a non-commercial passion project, however I will aim for an update every three months! If you wish to follow the development of project or get in touch with me, the best way is on twitter!
You can also join the discord server here!
If you want to support the development of Soulcreek, you can donate to the project using the KoFi link below! All donations will go directly to funding art assets, licencing better backgrounds and sounds or hiring additional support to improve the presentation of the story. Thank you!
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Development log
- Soulcreek OST now on YouTube!9 days ago
- Build 10: Father available now!13 days ago
- Build 10: Father available now on Early Access! ($7)50 days ago
- Fundraising: Build 10 Early Paid Release later this week51 days ago
- Build 10 release date announced!67 days ago
- Dev Diary: How Do Horror Good?Nov 20, 2024
- Soulcreek OST previewOct 28, 2024
- Build 9: The Last HumanOct 25, 2024
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The opening reminds me of Prototype. Not sure if you meant for this but its nice :)
This game is so amazing 😭
I think this game genuinely broke me. everything from the sound design, characters, cg's, story; its just perfect. everything worked together so well. ive been absolutely addicted to this game since I started playing it (only abut 4 days ago) but this is HANDS DOWN top 3 vn's ive read. cant wait to see what you have in store for us next!
Can you tell me what is the other vns you have read?? I have to read something while waiting for the next update 😞😞
I love far beyond the world, password, and remember the flowers! far beyond the world has a very long and deep story, far less of a horror aspect however. password is more of a mystery vn, the first I ever read in fact haha, and remember the flowers has a great storyline. a few more honorable mentions are after class, extracurricular activities, and sileo tales of a new dawn
Spoilers below
HOLY SHIT I did NOT expect that twist at the end I love everything about this vn its horror elements are (imma have to say it) better than echo (sorry to all the echo fans) the story is sooooo fucking good the comedy is immaculate and the ost is incredible as well as the SFX and the screen effects. Last but not least RIP Aeyon and RIP Miya
Edit: idk why but I NEED someone to add Black Hole Sun to the scene of Aeyon going kablooie
"You be good boys, be good" *pulls out bomb* "BLACK HOLE SUN WONT YOU COME *BOOOOM* *slow mo shot of explosion with cam slowly paning to mc and loken to show their rection while song continues*TO WASH AWAY THE RAIN, BLACK HOLE SUN WONT YOU COME, WONT YOU COME, WONT YOU COOOME (black hole sun, black hole sun, black hole sun) WONT YOU COOOOME, WONT YOU COOOOOOMMMEE"
sorry I just had to put my thoughts down on paper lmao
Man I just sat down after a long day, starting the newest update, no downtime, no time to ease in, heavy hitters from the start.
I like your style xd
Edit:
I'll just be here in the corner, I'm totally not crying, couldn't be me.
i just finished the last update and ist been like 20 minutes and i am still shaking just epic
i am sincere with this comment: this is the best written work i've read in my entire fucking life.
Yes, the update was absolutely amazing, story-wise, visually, musically, atmospherically - you name it. But why is no one talking about the one massive thing that (at the very least I cannot find) remains covered in mystery. [Spoiler]
What the hell is Gaia? Something so absurdly massive and monstrous under a lake, potentially a gigantic, horrific demon that we've only seen a smidgen of twice? Please tell me there's lore on it I am missing here, or that there will be more info on it in the next update because my curiosity is killing me! That daunting, gaping mouth in the CG, I did not fully grasp how terrifying it was until I went and looked at the gallery. The artist for its scenes is doing phenomenal work.
that was so peak
Spoilers for the new build (and a very angry message) ahead!!!
I FUCKING HATE ALL OF YOU. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA. WHY DID YOU HAVE TO KILL HIM OFF. OUT OF ANY CHARACTER, WHY HIM. This visual novel has genuinely pulled at my heartstrings like none other has before, you've practically ripped me to shreds, glued me back together and then ripped me apart AGAIN. I'm hurt, I'm sad and most of all I'm beyond traumatized, keep up the good work
(no but on a serious note this story is genuinely a masterpiece of a work, everything from the characters to the story to the overall plot has been nothing but an unforgettable experience. I'm so glad i decided to stick along to this story and i can't WAIT for the next and finishing update.)
P.S
If Alex and Loken doesn't get a happy ending by the end of this, I'm coming for you all.
P.S P.S
That's a joke. I'd send an assassin instead
I am re-reading the whole thing since there were some edits and all.
The music room and gallery were a nice addition, but I gotta say I was surprised the skull CG didn't make it to the gallery. It was such a powerful moment
All I hear are screams....
Let me close my eyes....
10/10, shockingly heartbreaking, no notes.
I haven't gotten to the most recent build yet, but I have to shout out an epic the musical reference
Holy.... Holy shit. Just got caught up. I'm gonna just set aside a weekend to play it start to finish when the final update comes out. Because WOW.
It's legit a toss up between this update and the possession update for which one's fucking me up harder.
I know the story can't go on forever but it's kind of depressing that the next part will be the end, I'm just not ready to let go of Loken 😭
Wow, this is a lot to process. Spoiler alert...
cant believe i had a crush on Kaius,(my dubious side on action), i was expecting more from his part, but it is what it is, doing that is far from redeemable, killing all those people, but who knows what wait for us on the next chapter... though im not very hopeful
You said you wouldn't let anyone unsatisfied or upset abou the end, but seeing this i doubt it, there is always who doesnt will like it and that's okay, just don't let the history be distorted
It's cosmic horror, I think this was a great update. Fucking me up something fierce though so I totes agree on this one. I think I can say this is the BEST piece of Cosmic Horror I've ever read.
damn, I though some of the prior stuff was mental and twisted, but this, this takes the cake and I love it, not the thing with the bomb towards the end. That kind of hurt.
All i hear are screans~~~
Every time i dare to close my eyes
I no longer dream
Only nightmares of those who died
Soooo Now that the algorithm is gone... So will we have our gay Harry Potter back?
Great build, it was everything good and more, and you owe me some therapy sessions 😁👍🏽
God, now we all know what it was like to be Odysseus...
TAKE ME BACK TO IGNORANCE!! I DIDN'T WANT THIS KNOWLEDGE ToT
Because of this reference I am now going to beg the dev to put in a part where the MC pulls a nobody (if you know, you know, if not watch the movie or read the book :P)
Sad, but good story.
wishing i just jumped off the emotional rollercoaster while it was at high speed.....
bravo wishing this tale continues beyond
I fall more in love with this game with every update
You could have kissed the brick before throwing it against my face.
Why?!?! ｡゜(｀Д´)゜｡
Why would you bring such anguish to my soft and bleeding heart! You are evil, evil! (ಥ_ಥ)
And here I thought Kaius was a good guy! I had a crush on him! You better give him a redemption arc because I swear I'll cry even more! (っ˘̩╭╮˘̩)っ
Just let a sliver of regret and pain leak through his face. That's all I can ask! (｡ﾉω＼｡)
Just wow.. That was epic.. And sad.
Holy hell Ryuo, I knew it was going to be bad, but this... was heartbreaking yet impactful. This vn is just amazing, YOU are an amazing author. Now I gotta recommend it to my friends so they can share my trauma 🙂
Holy cow.
The last build is amazing, like.... Just have no words to describe it. Now I simply want to listen on repeat to the "Underworld" from Epic the musical to keep myself in this post traumatic state of mind... ~All I hear are screams~ Please ruin us more with your VN Ryuo and the team.
Well...I'm now in deep depression crying on my bed, thanks forr the amazing and devastating update<3
...fuck
Spoilers ahead
Never expected this sory to be rainbows and butterflies but... Ths update was probably the most heartbreaking.
I also like this one phrase Chief said. "My brother is dead. I care not for whateve flesh puppet remains".
In a way, i also respected him. He was an asshole, truly cruel to his people. Yet also somewhat caring, proud. At least thats how i saw him. But this massacre?
I loved representation of post-traumatic state, of depression and anger issues, and now i feel like i have no choice but to love this glass shards bath i just took
Things sure went down with a blast
This is... wow, just wow!
Ryuo, you are a fucking legend, man. Thank you, thank you for Soulcreek!
You know, it's a long forgotten feeling to be genuinely scared by some media. Today your fvn managed to scare the shit out of me. Thank you again!
Will be patiently waiting for the last update :)
Before reading build 10: Happy, Intrigued, Excited to read more!
After reading build 10: Sad, Crying, Suicidal.
Ryuo if you see me in public walk faster
Wait so its not 11th April ? AaaAa
( Aaaa its here!! <3 )
NVM ONE MORE DAY
I've only just finished reading build 8 and it's currently five in the morning. This project is one of the best things i've had the chance to experience. From the writing, to the characters themselves, to the CG's and the audio, it's damn near perfect. I haven't read something that makes the dark scary again in a long time.
I'm glad to have found it just as it's about to wrap up soon with it's second to last build coming out, but to say I'm sad that the story will end soon is an understatement. There's just something so human about it.
Melancholy.
A word I doubt our dear Loken would be familiar with. In truth I can only feel a deep sorrow for the end, but a blaze of eagerness and excitement enriches my soul as I'm reminded everything can be experienced again and again. If only I could erase my memories too, so I could do it for the first time.
Can't wait for Build 10 and the future of this Novel. Thank You.
I wanted to pay for the early access but converting the price to the currency of my country the Numbers go from 7 to 40💔
I can't believe it's gonna be over in next update I am gonna miss this is baaaad 😭❤️
Wait what!!!?
May i ask if the Full release of the game will be free?
it should be last i heard from the creator
If we purchase the $7 version, do we have to pay again for the next update?
I think would only need to pay again if there is another early access for next build, if next build it's fully released without early access then I would guess no.
from what the creator told me the next update will be the last and will come directly out for everyone to enjoy
Just finished reading it.... Man... Always holding the best for the next build.
"Glorious Purpose"
Absolutely buying early access, I'm glad you started accepting economic support! Love the vn and lore!
PEAKKKKKK
SO GOOD OMG