Second dev diary I'd like to dedicate to characters.

The Secret Ties of Strandcliff first of all is a game about people, their desires intents and relationships.

The Bar

The story revolves around a small Bar in town named Strandcliff, somewhere on a shore of North Sea. You get to become a barman listening to your patrons, talking them into things, suggesting stuff and pouring drinks whenever they ask. You'll drink them up occasionally to get them more talkative (or not).

Main Characters

There are three protagonists - three bar keepers to play as and a dozen of NPCs to interact with. Depending on the main character the story might progress differently and you will get to know various sides of the same people. There are certain choices that enable player to switch between protagonists, although to know the full story you'll have to finish the game for each of the three bar keepers.

Visitors

A dozen of patrons will come to your bar during the game. All of them have their goals and desires in life some good, other might not be too pure, but it is up to you to unearth their secrets and either help them or prevent damage that might be done. There are tons of connections between them, stuff that they hide or just unaware off. If properly uncovered and presented those things might change the story. Enemies might find out they are fighting for the same cause, misunderstandings can be fixed and secrets hidden for generations brought to light. 

Consequences

Every decision you take will eventually affect people coming to your bar. There are at least three endings for every character in the game. And most of them are dramatically different.

Demo will be available in five days - this Friday,  but if you wish to try an even earlier build - welcome to our Discord. Don't hesitate to leave your feedback if you did, we strive to make our game better so don't afraid to be honest <3