Three Ghostly Roses

About

Three Ghostly Roses follows Edmund Brigham as he wakes with no memory, drawn down a desolate road toward a foreboding keep. A shadowy figure called the Gatekeeper tests his resolve with cryptic taunts and riddles, but Edmund’s mind fixates on a recurring vision, a rose. Determined to reach the Garden Tower and uncover the truth, he battles physical and mental trials along the way. The game blends slow-burn storytelling with methodical puzzle solving, forcing players to piece together Edmund’s fractured past through environmental clues and dialogue. The game’s haunting atmosphere and minimalist design create a gripping, psychological experience. With a focus on mood over action, it challenges players to confront ambiguity and persist through its deliberately paced narrative. Though its 2016 release date means it’s often overlooked, fans of atmospheric RPGs with heavy thematic elements praise its originality and emotional weight. The silhouette of the rose lingers long after the final act, making it a memorable entry in indie storytelling.

Storyline

Edmund Brigham is a man who does not remember much. His surroundings are a mystery to him. He finds himself on a road, guiding him towards a keep. Within lies the dark robed Gatekeeper, who is awaiting Edmund. The Gatekeeper greets Edmund Brigham in his own twisted fashion. Unmoved at the Gatekeeper's attempts at riddles and mind games, Edmund's thoughts are stained by a silhouette. A rose. The Gatekeeper, impressed with Edmund Brigham's conviction, guides him towards the Garden Tower. The answers that matter to him, lie there. As he begins his journey, the silhouette never leaves his thoughts. The trials on the road to the Garden Tower are many and hard. Edmund must overcome them.