Imagine finding yourself at the center of a chilling mystery at Miss Mulligatawney's School for Promising Girls. You, a scholarship student named Verity Amersham, voiced by the talented Amelia Tyler from Baldur's Gate 3, are suddenly accused of pushing a school prefect out of a window. Set in April 1922, "Expelled!" by inkle, the creators of "Overboard!", thrusts you into a gripping narrative where you have just one day to clear your name or cunningly shift the blame onto someone else.
In "Expelled!", your choices are pivotal. Every decision you make—from where you go, to who you speak with, and what you say—shapes the unfolding story. The non-player characters (NPCs) around the school react in real-time to your actions, creating a dynamic environment where some will aid you, while others might plot your downfall. Can you trust anyone?
Your approach to solving the mystery can vary widely. You can seek the truth, or you might choose to deceive, mislead, or manipulate your way to safety. Need an alibi? Persuade someone to cover for you. Desperate to clear your name? Perhaps you'll pin the blame on another. The more you bend the rules, the more paths open up to you.
Each playthrough of "Expelled!" lasts approximately 30-45 minutes, yet no two experiences are the same. Your choices unlock new clues, lead to different endings, and reveal hidden secrets scattered throughout the school. Why is the cellar locked? What is your best friend hiding? And if you manage to avoid expulsion, you might even strive for the prestigious title of Head Girl.
As you navigate this tense mystery, the soundtrack, featuring jazz legends like George Gershwin, Louis Armstrong, and Bessie Smith, adds an immersive layer to the experience. "Expelled!" blends a gripping narrative with a dynamic, ever-evolving story, where how you clear your name—or how far you're willing to go to do so—is entirely up to you.
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"Expelled!" is set to launch on March 12th, available on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and iOS.
