Theory is an indie developed by Parsec Productions, released 4 October 2021 on Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows) and Web browser.
What Theory is
Theory is an indie game developed by Parsec Productions and released in 2021. It is available on Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows) and Web browser. It runs on Unity.
The premise, in the publisher's words
(This project was made in 48 hours for Ludum Dare 49, "Unstable".) You are Erwin, a cat that has been captured by a race of alien robots, the Drexl'erin. After weeks of experimentation on you, you've developed the ability to shift between a living and dead state, but only when not being observed. You must use this power to escape your captors.
How it plays
It is played from a side view perspective. Its themes are stealth. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
What it launched against
Theory launched on 4 October 2021, within three weeks of Deathloop, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Far Cry 6 and Death Stranding: Director's Cut.
Released around the same time: Deathloop, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Far Cry 6, Death Stranding: Director's Cut.
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When did Theory come out?
Theory was released on 4 October 2021 for Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows) and Web browser.
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