Kafka's "Metamorphosis" Reborn as Immersive Game

MazM's latest Android release, Kafka's Metamorphosis, offers a captivating narrative experience. Known for titles like Jekyll & Hyde and Phantom of the Opera, MazM blends family drama, romance, mystery, and psychological horror in this new game.

Understanding Kafka's Metamorphosis

This short-form narrative game delves into the life of Franz Kafka, specifically focusing on his pivotal year of 1912, when he penned The Metamorphosis. Players witness Kafka's struggles balancing his writing aspirations with his responsibilities as a young man, employee, and son. The game explores the motivations behind his most famous work.

Inspired by Kafka's life and writings, including The Metamorphosis and The Judgment, the game mirrors the themes of isolation and familial pressure found in his novels. It presents these struggles through Kafka's perspective, highlighting the timeless relevance of societal expectations and the pursuit of passion.

While the subject matter is weighty, the game avoids inducing sadness or negativity. Instead, it offers a unique perspective, blending poetic storytelling with emotional depth. See a glimpse of the game below:

A More Accessible Approach

Featuring beautifully rendered illustrations and a lyrical, concise narrative, Kafka's Metamorphosis successfully bridges literature and gaming. Beyond The Metamorphosis and The Judgment, the game also draws inspiration from The Castle, The Trial, and Kafka's personal writings.

Available for free on the Google Play Store, this game is a must-have for fans of the genre. MazM is also developing their next project, a horror/occult title based on Edgar Allan Poe's works.

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