Press Kit – Desire and Consequence

ABOUT THE GAME

Desire and Consequence is a romantic fantasy adventure that mixes magic, peril, and desire into a captivating narrative where every choice matters. In this mysterious story, players awaken disoriented in the arms of a stranger in an unfamiliar ancient forest. What begins as a quest for answers quickly unfolds into a journey to navigate a world where the lure of power and love come with consequences.

Developed by evä, Desire and Consequence is a visual novel that invites players to explore diverse story paths and multiple endings with six romanceable characters, each harboring secrets and unique backstories that intertwine with the main plot. With a multitude of choices and richly illustrated visuals, the game aims to create a captivating experience that evolves with each playthrough.

The free demo is planned to launch in May 2025, allowing players to dive into the first chapters and meet four of the game’s love interests.

GAME OVERVIEW

TITLE: Desire and Consequence
GENRE: Romantic Fantasy Visual Novel
PLATFORMS: PC (Windows, Mac), with additional platforms to be announced
DEVELOPER: evä
RELEASE: Demo scheduled for May 2025; full release date TBA

FEATURES

A CHOICE DRIVEN NARRATIVE: Players make decisions approximately every two minutes, shaping the direction of the story, influencing character interactions, and determining unique dialogue. Each choice branches the narrative in meaningful ways, leading to multiple outcomes where there are no wrong decisions—only different paths.

ROMANCEABLE CHARACTERS: Love plays a central role in Desire and Consequence, with six romanceable characters, each with unique backstories, secrets, and personalities. Players will uncover hidden layers in each character’s story as relationships deepen, with romantic options to explore.

IMMERSIVE VISUAL EXPERIENCE: The game’s vivid illustrations include a large number of illustrations in each chapter, character close-ups, expressive sprites, and dynamic animations that breathe life into the world. Atmospheric effects enhance the mood, making the gameplay feel vibrant and immersive.

CHARACTER CUSTOMIZATION: Players can personalize their experience by choosing their character’s name and pronouns, crafting a journey that resonates uniquely with them.

DEVELOPER

Behind Desire and Consequence is a passionate solo developer with a background in graphic design. Drawing inspiration from a love of webtoons, manhwa, manga, and anime, as well as classic fantasy worlds like The Lord of the Rings, the developer brings a deep appreciation for storytelling and visual artistry to the project. Produced by evä, Desire and Consequence seeks to enchant players with a blend of unique narrative and visuals.