Seekl

About

Seekl is a visual novel that drops you into a shadowy online server after you follow a mysterious forum link. You're greeted by a crew of eccentric hackers, each with their own grudges and secrets. They offer to teach you their skills, but the real hook is figuring out why they're really letting you in. Dialogue choices and skill checks shape your interactions, pushing you deeper into their tangled web of motives. The interface feels like a lived-in chatroom, with pop-up windows and glitchy animations keeping the vibe fresh. What grabs attention is the way each hacker's arc twists around your presence. Early playtests noted the story branches in unexpected ways based on small decisions, like sharing a joke or calling out a lie. With nine distinct characters and a runtime hitting about 15 hours, it's carving out a niche for fans of cerebral, choice-driven narratives. Early buzz on indie forums hints at a cult classic in the making.

Storyline

After clicking an old link on a forum, you’ve stumbled into a server of strange hackers, each with their own axe to grind. They’re (reluctantly) willing to give you some lessons, but is there something else to gain during your time here?