Sofia in Exchange for Lies launches July 3

The captivating interactive mystery game titled “Sofia in Exchange for Lies,” crafted by storynote, is set to debut on PC through Steam on July 3 at a price of 3,480 yen. This gripping tale will be available in English, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese. The developer, MUTAN, has made this announcement.

Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:

About

Explore the secrets and past experiences of five individuals using security cameras. This is an engaging, enigmatic journey that delves into the hidden thoughts buried deep within Sofia’s mind, a person under suspicion for the assassination of a presidential candidate, and reveals the actual facts behind this heinous crime.

Summary

“I killed him, but it wasn’t really me…”

In this rephrased version: Sofia, who exhibits several distinct identities, finds herself under suspicion for the assassination of a presidential contender. A psychologist named Philip is tasked with questioning her following her mental closure. Yet, his isolated position restricts the scope of his investigative tactics.

Four unique individuals, whose hidden aspects intrigue us, are caught on our security cameras. The question that arises is: What drove the young woman to commit the heinous act of assassinating a presidential candidate?

Your guesses will determine the fate of the five personalities that lie dormant inside Sofia…

This is an interactive, multi-outcome “mystery” game set within an adventure, where you explore the hidden thoughts of the five distinct personas residing within her, ultimately solving the case at hand.

Key Features

Conversation With a Girl Conducted Through a Surveillance Camera – Deduce the words that hold the key to Sophia’s memories and find the right questions to ask her by inputting search keywords. Don’t miss the little clues hidden in the girl’s words.
Unpredictable Personality Change – Sofia’s heart rate increases dramatically as she asks questions that get to the bottom of the case. When her heart rate increases, She transforms into a different personality. Find the personalities that lie dormant within her and discover the truth of the case.
Mystery Concentrated in the Keyword Map – Conversations with the girl are saved in a keyword map. Find the keywords that lead to the next conversation and discover the connection between the cases.
The Interrogation Room Decorated With “Gifts” – Sometimes, it is essential to send gifts to uncover the girl’s secrets. The gifts are displayed in the room and each personality reacts differently.
The Girl Trying to Get to Know You – Those who look into the interrogation room might catch her attention, prompting her to speak. Depending on the answers to your questions, you may learn more about her.
Fully Voiced – The girl’s lines will be fully voiced! (Japanese only)

Staff