Kafka's Metamorphosis

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

"Kafka's Metamorphosis" is an emotional narrative game based on the life of Franz Kafka and his famous novella, "The Metamorphosis." Set in the autumn of 1912, the game depicts Kafka's struggles as a writer while navigating societal pressures as a young man, employee, and eldest son. It explores the genesis of "The Metamorphosis," drawing inspiration from Kafka's literary world and life, particularly "The Metamorphosis" and "The Judgment"—both reflecting his complex relationship with his father. The game focuses on the conflict between Kafka's identity as a writer and his father's expectations, a universal theme of feeling insignificant under pressure, relevant then and now.

Uncover Kafka's choices and creative process in this lyrical and melancholic game. Simple touch controls and a fast-paced narrative, reminiscent of a short film, allow players to explore Kafka's daily life and inner world. Playing the game enhances the reading experience of Kafka's works afterward. Beyond the aforementioned stories, the game incorporates elements from "The Castle," "The Trial," Kafka's diaries, and letters.

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

Game Features:

• A cinematic visual novel with emotionally resonant literary content and intuitive touch controls.
• A narrative evoking a poetic and tragic film, featuring Kafka's writings and short stories.
• Free access to early game stages.
• A blend of everyday emotional healing, family drama, romance, horror, grotesque, and mystery elements.
• A portrayal of Kafka as a writer, son, employee, and man, exploring his life and the origins of his literature.
• An emotional healing game offering insights into Kafka's life, relatable to modern experiences.

Ideal for:

• Those seeking respite from daily life.
• Those who enjoy touching stories presented through dialogue, illustrations, and narrative.
• Fans of visual novels, story games, character games, light novels, and web novels.
• Those who prefer experiencing literary stories with simple controls.
• Readers intimidated by Kafka's works.
• Those curious about Franz Kafka's life.
• Aspiring creators struggling with creative processes.
• Literature enthusiasts who prefer gaming to reading.
• Fans of intriguing family stories.
• Fans of artistic game illustrations and direction.
• Those who enjoy light psychological horror.
• Those who appreciate light romance and friendly conversations.