Root Film

About

Root Film is a story-driven adventure where choices shape a layered mystery. You follow Rintaro Yakumo, a video artist caught in a race to complete a stalled TV project in rural Japan. Three filmmakers vie to finish the production, but a sudden murder shifts priorities. Players navigate dialogue options, investigate clues, and uncover secrets tied to the show's past. The narrative splits into multiple branches, with decisions affecting relationships and outcomes. Exploration includes location-based scenes and character interactions that reveal hidden motives. The game stands out for its tightly written scenarios and branching paths that lead to over 20 endings. Set in a quiet town with ties to folklore, it blends small-town tension with cinematic storytelling. Community reviews highlight the pacing and how side characters add depth to the central mystery. Available on PS4 and Switch, it offers a self-contained single-player experience averaging 20-30 hours. The sequel builds on its predecessor’s strengths with refined mechanics and a more ambitious plot structure.

Storyline

The video artist Rintaro Yakumo is participating in a new TV project. Set in the Shimane Prefecture, it's a mystery drama production that also serves as a PR for tourism. The pilot version was filmed 10 years ago and suspended for unknown reasons. Now three filmmakers are competing to see who will be able to finish the production once and for all. Yakumo finds out that he is competing against two famous directors and heads over with his staff, ready to start recording when a mysterious murder occurs.