Kafka's Metamorphosis

Experience a poignant short-form visual novel inspired by Franz Kafka's life. ■MazM Membership■ MazM Membership subscribers can access all game content for free using their existing ID.

"Kafka's Metamorphosis" is an emotional narrative game based on the life of Franz Kafka and his renowned novella, "The Metamorphosis." Set in the autumn of 1912, the game depicts Kafka's struggles as a writer grappling with societal expectations as a young man, employee, and eldest son. It explores the genesis of "The Metamorphosis."

The game draws inspiration from Kafka's literary world and life, particularly "The Metamorphosis" and "The Judgment," both reflecting his complex relationship with his father. "The Metamorphosis," with its universal theme of an eldest son's transformation into a vermin, serves as the central motif, focusing on Kafka and Gregor Samsa's familial conflicts. However, this game emphasizes the conflict between Kafka's identity as a writer and his father's expectations. The feeling of insignificance and pressure is a timeless theme, relevant both to Kafka's time and our modern experiences.

Uncover Kafka's choices and creative process in "Kafka's Metamorphosis." This game offers a lyrical and melancholic experience with intuitive touch controls and a fast-paced, short narrative, similar to a short film. Players will explore Kafka's daily life and inner world, experiencing a range of emotions and stories. Playing the game will enrich your understanding and appreciation of Kafka's works. Beyond "The Metamorphosis" and "The Judgment," the game also incorporates elements from "The Castle," "The Trial," his diaries, and letters.

Following "Kafka's Metamorphosis," MazM is developing a game reinterpreting Edgar Allan Poe's classic tales, "The Black Cat" and "The Fall of the House of Usher." This marks MazM's foray into the horror/occult genre.

Game Features:

• A cinematic visual novel with emotionally resonant literary content and simple touch controls.
• A narrative reminiscent of a poetic and tragic film, featuring Kafka's writing and short stories.
• Free access to early game stages.
• A blend of everyday emotional stories with elements of family drama, romance, horror, grotesque, and mystery.
• A portrayal of Franz Kafka as a writer, son, employee, and man, exploring the roots of his literature.
• An emotional narrative providing insight into Kafka's life and its relevance to modern experiences.

This Game is Ideal For:

• Those seeking solace from daily life's stresses.
• Those who enjoy engaging stories delivered through dialogue, illustrations, and narrative.
• Fans of visual novels, story games, character games, light novels, and web novels.
• Those who prefer experiencing literary stories through simple and easy-to-use controls.
• Readers interested in Kafka but find his works challenging to read.
• Those curious about the life of Franz Kafka.
• Aspiring creators struggling with creative processes.
• Literature enthusiasts who prefer playing story games to reading books.
• Those who enjoy intriguing and touching family stories.
• Fans of artistic game illustrations and direction.
• Those who appreciate light psychological horror.
• Those who enjoy light romance and conversational elements.