HIVESWAP Act 1 v1.4

HIVESWAP Act 1 is a nostalgic adventure game that channels the spirit of classic '90s adventure titles while eliminating the frustrations often found in puzzle-solving games of that era. In this installment, you step into the shoes of a teenage hero living in 1994, facing a sudden invasion of monsters that have overtaken every corner of your world—from the yard and the house to the very halls outside your door.

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With your brother trapped in his treehouse and unable to lend a hand, it’s up to you to muster the courage to escape the confines of your room and tackle the unforeseen threat. The game encourages exploration, letting you discover more about its quirky characters through organically detailed environments that are alive with secrets, rather than bombarding you with repetitive item-matching challenges.

Every room you enter is lovingly hand-animated in two dimensions, revealing hyper-detailed settings and fluid, fully rendered animations that bring the surreal, beautifully crafted world to life. Your journey is further enhanced by an eclectic, emotionally stirring soundtrack featuring contributions from celebrated artists like Toby Fox of Undertale fame—a mix that spans genres from third-wave ska to dynamic garage rock.

Set within the expansive Homestuck universe envisioned by Andrew Hussie, HIVESWAP Act 1 lays the foundation for a larger four-part series, with your choices, relationships, and story continuing across subsequent acts and even into the companion series, Hauntswitch. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to this unique universe, the game promises a richly immersive adventure filled with mystery, humor, and heart.

Prepare to open the door, explore strange new worlds, and unravel mysteries that go far beyond your familiar room. The adventure has only just begun, with Act 2 already on the horizon.