Iwakura Aria

After the war Japan experiences rapid economic growth, and in the cracks of society one girl gets left behind. With no future to look forward to, she grasps onto a thread of hope as the maid to the Iwakura household. However, the family holds dark secrets tied to its heir, Aria, pulling Ichiko into a mysterious world within the mansion. This is the story of one fateful summer in 1966 that changes their lives forever.

Gameplay

Play as Ichiko, the housekeeper of the Iwakura mansion, and explore its eerie rooms to uncover hidden truths. Navigate through the mansion using the map, gather clues, and make critical choices that shape the story. With nine different endings, your decisions determine the protagonist's fate 33 years later. Detailed drawings and painterly illustrations enhance the immersive experience, revealing deeper layers of the mansion's twisted secrets.

Story

Set in post-war Japan, the game follows Ichiko, a young woman with no prospects who becomes a maid for the enigmatic Iwakura family. As she grows closer to Aria, the family's heir, she discovers unsettling truths about the mansion and its inhabitants. Both girls struggle with their identities, bound by societal expectations. Their meeting sparks a journey of self-discovery, courage, and defiance against the roles forced upon them.

Key Features

• Explore the mysterious Iwakura mansion, uncovering its dark secrets through exploration and puzzle-solving.
• Shape the narrative with impactful choices leading to nine different endings.
• Experience a gripping story of identity, fate, and emotional bonds in 1960s Japan.
• Discover hidden clues through detailed drawings and environmental storytelling.
• Immerse yourself in beautifully crafted painterly illustrations and unique cut-out frame visuals.
• Unravel the intertwined lives of the mansion's women, where friendships and love drive the suspense.