1980s America. A dying doctor follows the call of an ancient book to a fog-shrouded town of disappearances, unsolved murders, and secrets. Dark alchemy offers a cure—at a horrific price. Will you die human, or kill your humanity to survive?

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The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We chose Early Access to test and improve the core gameplay with the community. During this period, we’ll focus on balancing, performance and stability improvements, and content adjustments based on player feedback.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Our current estimate is roughly 2–4 months in Early Access. This may shift depending on feedback-driven balancing, polish, and technical fixes. We’ll leave Early Access once our content and performance targets are met.”

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

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• Add interactive elements during experiments (e.g., needle interaction, extracting fluids/blood, pressing/squeezing mechanics, etc.).
• Increase the variety of torture methods in the interrogation segment.
• Add mini-games.
• Add new gameplay content with new interaction types (different gameplay loops, new interaction mechanics, etc.).”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“What to expect in the current build:
• A playable world with the core mechanics implemented
• Basic progression and repeatable gameplay activities
• Ongoing balancing, bug fixes, and quality-of-life improvements

What is still in progress:
• More content variety (new interactions, events, and mini-games)
• More depth in existing systems (balancing, UI/UX, pacing)
• Performance optimization and polish”

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

“We don’t currently plan to change the price after Early Access.
If this changes for any reason, we will communicate it clearly in advance. Our focus during ”

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

“We’ll actively involve the community throughout development: Discord + Steam forums for structured feedback, regular devlogs explaining what changed and why, periodic playtests, and a public roadmap. We’ll prioritize suggestions based on impact, development cost, and risk, while staying consistent with the game’s core vision.
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Planned Release Date: 2026

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About This Game

The Book of the Alchemist is an atmospheric psychological thriller set in an isolated town in the 1980s, exploring the line between science and magic.

Diagnosed with cancer, Professor Ben turns in desperation to forbidden alchemical texts. Conducting experiments in the cemetery at night, he pushes the limits of both science and humanity.

The game is built around exploration, stealth, and moral choices.

Your relationships with the townspeople, the experiments you conduct, and the choices you make determine how the story unfolds.

In a dark atmosphere, confront the darkest side of the human soul amid handwritten formulas, ancient rituals, and deadly dilemmas.

Genre: Psychological Thriller, Story-Driven Horror
Themes: Science • Alchemy • Death • Morality
Gameplay: Exploration, Dialogue, Choice-Based Interaction

System Requirements

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