A promising student at Miss Mulligatawney's School for Promising Girls finds herself wrongly accused of a serious crime: pushing a school prefect out of a window. In Expelled!, a new interactive mystery from inkle (creators of Overboard!), you play as Verity Amersham, a scholarship student with a reputation for staying out of trouble – a reputation shattered by this shocking accusation.
You have one day to clear your name, and every decision matters. This isn't a simple choose-your-own-adventure; your actions – where you go, who you speak with, and what you say – dynamically shape the narrative. Characters move and react in real-time, creating a constantly shifting landscape of suspicion and alliances. Trust is a luxury you can't afford.
The game allows for multiple approaches. Solve the mystery through careful investigation, or employ deceit and manipulation to secure your freedom. Forge alibis, frame others, and bend the rules to your advantage – each choice unlocks new possibilities.
Expect a replayable experience. Each playthrough, lasting approximately 30-45 minutes, offers unique paths, outcomes, and hidden secrets within the school's walls. Uncover the mysteries of the locked cellar, your friend's hidden agenda, and even strive for the coveted position of Head Girl.
Set against the backdrop of April 1922, with a jazz soundtrack featuring iconic artists like George Gershwin, Louis Armstrong, and Bessie Smith, Expelled! masterfully blends a gripping mystery with a constantly evolving narrative. Your journey to exoneration – and the lengths you'll go to achieve it – is entirely in your hands.
Expelled! launches March 12th on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and iOS.
