168 Hours to the End of the World is a gripping narrative-driven game where players must uncover the truth behind the murder of a cult leader while racing against a four-day time limit. With five unique gameplay routes blending action, mystery, and romance, every choice shapes the story's outcome.
Gameplay
The game offers five distinct routes, each with its own gameplay style. In the Ministry of Security, players engage in stealth action horror, evading a deadly killer while solving puzzles. The Ministry of Justice presents a mystery adventure where you investigate crime scenes and analyze evidence. The Ministry of Science features a multi-perspective visual novel, where survival depends on strategic character switching. The Ministry of Education shifts to romance adventure gameplay, focusing on building relationships and solving a poisoning mystery. Finally, the Ministry of Health challenges players with an extreme escape adventure, where wrong choices can be fatal.
Story
Humanity teeters on the brink of extinction as the Shuten Order, a fanatical religious group, rises to power. After their leader is murdered, the protagonist awakens with no memory and only four days to live. Guided by mysterious "angels," they must identify and kill their murderer among five high-ranking ministers. As Rei, a detective with borrowed time, players navigate a city in chaos, making critical choices that determine the fate of the world.
Key Features
- Five unique gameplay routes, each with distinct mechanics and genres.
- Branching narrative where choices drastically alter the story.
- Stealth action, mystery investigation, multi-perspective storytelling, romance adventure, and escape room challenges.
- Time-sensitive decision-making with high-stakes consequences.
- Deep character interactions and relationship-building systems.
- Puzzle-solving and critical thinking required to uncover the truth.
