The Healing of Sisyphus

About

The Healing of Sisyphus is a visual novel that turns Greek mythology into a slow-burn introspection. You follow Sisyphus through endless attempts to push a boulder uphill, each cycle punctuated by fragmented memories and internal monologues. Dialogue choices influence how he processes regret, hope, and existential futility. The gameplay is minimal beyond these decisions, leaning heavily on narrative pacing and sparse interactivity to mirror his mental loops. What sticks is its quiet approach to mental health storytelling. Without overt drama, the game uses repetition as a metaphor for stagnation and the subtle weight of small progress. Player reviews from early access highlight its meditative tone and how the art style, simple line drawings paired with muted colors, amplifies the mood. It’s not a flashy experience but one that lingers, with 78% of 1,200+ ratings on Steam calling it “thoughtful” or “haunting.”