Haunted House of Rock

About

A visual novel adventure with puzzle elements, Haunted House of Rock follows a punk band stranded in a 19th-century home where time behaves unpredictably. Players guide the group through labyrinthine halls filled with clocks that show conflicting times, figuring out the house’s secrets while balancing rehearsal for their big tour. Dialogue choices and character interactions drive the story, with each band member bringing distinct quirks to the mix. The vibe shifts between spooky and goofy as the crew navigates cryptic clues and their own dynamics. The game stands out for its oddball charm and clever use of time as a narrative device. Strange environmental puzzles tie directly to the house’s history, while the band’s contrasting personalities add humor to tense moments. Music-themed minigames and a soundtrack shaped by the characters’ punk ethos keep the energy high. Early playtests note the clock mechanics feel fresh, and fans of character-driven stories with a dash of surrealism might find this a standout.

Storyline

Portland’s hottest new punk band, Pupula Duplex, is finally going on tour! But when vocalist Leila begins seeing bad omens, she’s sure their trip will be completely doomed~ Ditzy and skittish Leila is Pupula Duplex's bassist and lead vocalist. She lives by self-imposed superstitions, so when she starts picking up on omens and strange happenings, she realizes their visit to an old Astoria house will only end in doom. Will this self-identified Cassandra be vindicated? Pupula Duplex's spunky and handsome founder, drummer, and front man. The old house's mysteries are no match for Brodie's relentless optimism, but he's too airheaded to figure out any of the answers himself. Still, he'll keep the rest of the band happy! Elegant and meticulous Pupula Duplex's keyboardist sheds her sophisticated attitude only when given the chance to rock out. Vyvienne refuses to let a mere haunting get her down. Dakota is mercurial, mysterious, and crass - great qualities for the lead guitar and backup vocalist. Our gothy rockette relishes in teasing Leila, so the strange goings-on in the "haunted" house are an unexpected delight. An insatiable appetite for mischief disguises the keen and perceptive mind beneath.