Townville, the Show

About

Townville, the Show is a satirical RPG set in a quirky American town where high school drama meets political chaos. You play as one of four teenagers with clashing ideologies: a punk film buff, a fiery feminist, a Trump-obsessed jock, or a confused idealist. Each character navigates schoolyard antics, personal struggles, and absurd scenarios inspired by real-world issues. The story unfolds in episodic chapters, letting you make choices that shape your perspective on everything from family dynamics to social activism. With irreverent humor and exaggerated personalities, it leans into the chaos of adolescence and the absurdity of public figures. This game stands out for its bold, often cringey take on modern culture, blending role-playing mechanics with TV show-style storytelling. Developer Memetic Studios leans hard into satire, with characters that lampoon political and social archetypes without pulling punches. While the 2020 release date coincided with a chaotic year in real politics, the game’s over-the-top scenarios feel eerily timely. It’s a short, single-player experience best suited for players who enjoy character-driven stories with a darkly comedic edge. The divisive tone and unapologetic humor might not appeal to everyone but leave a memorable impression for fans of edgy RPGs.

Storyline

Through the chapters of this video game/TV show, players will find strange persons that look like people they know: politicians, actors businessmans and all kind of idiots. The game is an RPG that imitates the format of the TV series and we can choose between four characters, depending on our valuess. Each of them will face the situation proposed in every episode (and every season) from their own perspective. Steve, the radical punk, is a 16-year-old teenager who enjoys watching television and fighting with street furniture. He is currently at hight school and he is obsessed with Liam Neeson films. He grew up in a middle class neighbourhood. His mother left when he was young, leaving him with his father, who was a drunk. Barb, the radical feminist, is a 16-year-old teenager who enjoys demonstrations, strikes and making speeches. She is generous and entertaining, but can also be very rude and a bit standoffish. Barbara’s best friend is Sussie. They have a very firey friendship. She also try to had sex with almost every boy and girl in hightschool, but except Monty. Monty, the radical supporter of Donald Trump, is a 16-year-old teenager who enjoys repressing minorities, podcasting and football. Physically, Monty looks like his hero, Donald Trump. He lives in a working class neighbourhood. His mother passed away 14 years ago, leaving his father, a poor enterpreneur, to look after him. Finally, Sussie, the radical undecided, is a 15-year-old teenager who enjoys playing card games, cycling and recycling. She is a really good person and she wonder why are good people considered fools in this evil world. For some strange reason she is always in trouble with furries. She lives in an upper class neighbourhood. Her father is an army captain and her mother is a Business CEO.