The "Chip" was humanity’s evolution; Now, it’s a silent weapon. Navigate a web of conspiracy in Vesper City as Detective Richard Apocryphal, alongside your Android partner E.M.R.S, as your investigation outcomes ripple through a fractured society. Can you solve the case before it’s too late?

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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're planning to release the full game later on but for now, we've made this to give you an idea of how things will look and work! This will probably look different to the finished game but we're putting everything we have into making this the best possible game we can!”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“For now we have no idea when the full game will be ready to release, but we hope it will only take about a year, maybe two!”

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

“We plan to make the full game to have more chapters, more mystery and (hopefully) more fun!”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“This may have some bugs and glitches but has been tested by our in house team, if you come across any issues or bugs, please make sure you let us know!

All functionality should be implemented and you should be able to move around areas, explore and talk to persons of interest, save and load your game and enjoy the story we have created for you so far!”

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

“We plan to raise the price for the full release but feel that the current amount for the story we have provided so far is fair. We intend on offering a reduced price for those who have bought this version first and then want to purchase the full release but we do not intend to change the price of this shorter version.”

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

“After this has released, we have plans to show exclusive content such as BTS artwork to other supporters, have monthly updates here on Steam to say what we've been doing and how far we are into the full game. We do also have Discord where we will give updates and silly memes based on the development process (or characters!)”
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About This Game

The year is 2073. Almost everyone is fitted with a neural "Chip," an all-in-one interface for banking, identification and hardware connectivity. In a world where your thoughts are recorded to the chips, there are no secrets—only data waiting to be decrypted.

Step into the neon-soaked streets of Vesper City as Richard Apocryphal, a hard-boiled detective caught in a web of conspiracy. Beside you is E.M.R.S, an advanced Android companion whose logic is your only shield against a city that wants you dead.

INVESTIGATE THE IMPOSSIBLE

The chips were supposed to be humanity's greatest evolution, but it’s become the ultimate weapon. Navigate a series of brutal homicides where the rules have been blurred by those who want control. In Project:Z3R0, your success or failure in an investigation doesn't just end the case; it determines the survival of the city itself.

MAN, MACHINE, AND THE MASTER PROGRAM

While you treat E.M.R.S. as a sentient ally, the world around you sees her as a threat—or a puppet. Looming over every street corner is I.R.I.S, the government’s master AI program. Designed to manage every Android in existence, I.R.I.S. is the invisible hand guiding society forward, the unseen master of everyday life.

CONSEQUENCES IN THE NEO-NOIR

  • Outcome-Driven Narrative: This isn't just about choosing dialogue; it's about solving crimes. The results of your investigations ripple through the social and political fabric of 2073.

  • The "Chip" Conspiracy: Delve into the dark side of neural augmentation and the social divide created by total connectivity.

  • Cyberpunk Atmosphere: A visually striking world of heavy shadows, neon contrasts, and a deep, atmospheric synth-noir soundtrack.

Will you find the truth buried in the circuitry, or will someone delete you from the system?

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

Description of death and violence against characters. Detailed depictions of bodily harm. Frequent Tobacco usage/Mentions

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 10 64-bit
    • Processor: Intel i5-8400 / Ryzen 5 2600
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: RTX 2060 6GB / RX 6600 8GB
    • Storage: 2 GB available space
    • Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card or onboard audio
    Recommended:
    • OS: Windows 11
    • Processor: Intel i7-8700 / Ryzen 5 5600
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: RTX 3070 / RX 6700 XT
    • Storage: 2 GB available space
    • Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card or onboard audio
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