Dive into "Red Thread," a singleplayer strategy card game where you navigate life's complexities through relationships. Build connections, manage challenges, and achieve your goals. Each choice shapes your destiny. Can you weave your path to success?
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Mar 31, 2025
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“"Red Thread" is launching in Early Access to build a community-driven development process. Your feedback is crucial to refining gameplay, enhancing narratives, and perfecting the balance of our unique card mechanics. Engage with us, share your experiences, and help shape the final version of the game. Together, we can ensure "Red Thread" truly resonates with its players and delivers a deeply engaging and satisfying experience. Join us on this journey to weave the perfect story!”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“6 months.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“The full version of "Red Thread" is envisioned to expand significantly on the foundation set by Early Access. We plan to introduce a broader range of character cards, each offering unique interactions and challenges, to enrich the game's depth and replayability. Additionally, we aim to enhance the narrative elements, providing more intricate story arcs and consequential choices that further impact your journey.
We're also looking to incorporate more sophisticated relationship dynamics and AI behaviors, making the interactions more realistic and the outcomes of your decisions more impactful. Visual and audio enhancements are on our agenda as well, to bring the world of "Red Thread" to life with even greater detail and immersion.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version of "Red Thread" offers a fully navigable main map and all core gameplay features are already in place, providing a solid foundation for the strategic and narrative elements of the game. Currently, players can access a limited selection of character cards and events. This initial offering allows you to experience the essential mechanics of building and managing relationships, making strategic decisions, and pursuing life goals.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“Yes the game will be priced differently.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Asking for feedback and to ensure that the game runs well on many different devices.”
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About This Game

Welcome to "Red Thread," a unique singleplayer strategy card game narrative sim that intricately weaves the complex tapestry of relationships and personal ambitions. In this captivating world, every connection counts, and your choices shape the journey of your life.

Gameplay:

At the heart of "Red Thread" is a dynamic card deck representing different people you encounter throughout your life. Each card embodies unique personalities, strengths, and weaknesses, influencing your path to achieving your life goals. Strategically build your network by forging new relationships and nurturing existing ones. But beware, as not all relationships are beneficial—some may challenge your progress and test your resolve.

Your objective is to navigate through various life scenarios—from professional aspirations to personal growth—all while balancing the delicate act of maintaining your social circle. Make choices in critical moments that will either strengthen or strain your connections, impacting your success and the unfolding narrative.

Features:

  • Deep Narrative Simulation: Immerse yourself in a story-rich experience where each decision influences your character’s future and alters the game's outcome.
  • Strategic Card Gameplay: Manage a deck of character cards, each with unique traits. Decide whom to trust, whom to rely on, and whom to keep at a distance.
  • Dynamic Relationship Mechanisms: Experience the joys and challenges of friendships and rivalries. Watch relationships evolve in response to your actions and decisions.
  • Life Goal Progression: Set your sights on various life goals. Work towards achievements like career success, personal development, or creative pursuits, supported or hindered by your network.
  • Beautiful Art Style: Enjoy a visually engaging game with a distinctive art style that brings the characters and story to life.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, or 10
    • Processor: 2GHz+
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 512MB
    • Storage: 500 MB available space
    Recommended:
    • OS *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, or 10
    • Processor: 2GHz+
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 512MB
    • Storage: 500 MB available space
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.

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