The Seoul Within is a WLW/sapphic video game that takes place in Seoul, South Korea. The story follows a woman upon her getting a promotion that will take her half way across the world. She's pessimistic at first but as she adjust to her new schedule and life, she begins to enjoy her time in the new country. To her surprise, she begins to interact with five women, falling for each one for their own quirks and traits. Who will see choose?
This is an idea I've had for a while now especially since I felt there was a lack of WLW games with the exception of visual novels. Due to having experience in Unreal Engine since first interacting with the program a few years ago, I thought it was now time to get started on this project. This is in the early stages, so early I don't even have the names of the main character whom players will be playing as and although I started and completed the game design, I will begin the script in the next few weeks after I create an outline.
Of course, I created this log because I want to get the community involved especially those who are interested and/or love WLW games, and who may even be WLW themselves and would like to add in some input. As of now, its just me, but I would like to add in four or five more people to assist with researching Korean culture, life, and language, someone to map design, someone to interior design, someone to music produce/sound design as well.
As of now, the game will feature:
Game features
- Enjoy a mission-driven gameplay with no daily routines
- Explore a semi-open world inspired by famous district like Hongdae, Gangnam, Itaewon or Bukchon Hanok Village
- Discovers 5 love interests with their own personalities and gameplay styles
- Earn XP and learn new skills as you progress
- Follow your path to the unique 5 endings
I began working in Unreal Engine 5.7 to draft up the first gameplay. The gameplay beta will show different mechanics of the game. The first gameplay beta will be about simulation. The player will be able to interact with their environments such as decorate their apartment, drive a car, buy food from vending machines, etc.