A Study in Steampunk

A Study in Steampunk is a choice-based interactive fiction game developed by Heather Albano and published by Choice of Games. It is part of a larger catalog of text-based RPGs focused heavily on narrative choice.

The narrative is set in an alternate-history Victorian era that blends traditional detective mystery elements with advanced steampunk technology. Players encounter various gadgets, including clockwork devices and steam-powered machinery.

As a choice-based game, players read through the story and make decisions from a list of options that impact their stats, relationships, and the overarching plot. The game places a heavy emphasis on deduction, scientific investigation, and character interaction.

Yes, the story draws heavy inspiration from classic Sherlock Holmes tales, tasking the player with solving a series of interconnected mysteries. The choices you make determine how you gather clues and ultimately resolve the alternate-history Victorian plot.