How Stories Die

About

How Stories Die is a visual novel with action combat and time travel twists. You play Horace, a prince avoiding duty until a prophecy forces him to escort three competing hero candidates. Each choice shifts the story between dialogue, assassination missions, and clashes with hellish armies. The line between hero and villain blurs as you juggle family loyalty, moral decay, and a cryptic voice in your head. Combat uses quick-time events and weapon swaps, while narrative branches let you prioritize survival, truth, or chaos. The game stands out for its tangled plot and 20+ endings. Player reviews on Steam average 78% for its bold mix of dark humor and existential stakes. A gangster rabbit with a machine gun and a time loop mechanic add wild charm to the grim fantasy. Characters have distinct personalities but no clear heroes, decisions often backfire or spiral into bloodshed. Fans of branching narratives and moral ambiguity might appreciate the risk of playing as both protagonist and antihero.

Storyline

"I will create the perfect story... even if it destroys billions of lives." - ??? Horace lived a cozy and nice life as the prince of Alteria until his father sent him a letter that changed his life. In the letter he was required to escort the child of prophecy whom is destined to defeat the demon king to the palace. Surprisingly, when he arrives at the meeting place, he encounters three girls, each claiming to be the true hero. From here Horace is tasked with uncovering the real hero, or at least waiting until his father's sickness is over so he can roll over the responsibility to him. But time is not on Horace's side, as a mysterious voice appears in his dreams calling him both "master" and "enemy" and the army of hell marches closer and closer...