Behind the Screen

Behind the Screen” is a game that offers a combination of puzzles, stealth modes, and fighting which can be easily dealt with. The game is inspired by real historical events of Taiwan. The storyline takes players on a journey into the life of a suspected murderer, and the real truth must be uncovered. The game is set in the 1970s, shortly after Taiwan’s Martial Law Period, and the days before the internet was widely used. Throughout the game, players will experience how the media can destroy a person under the influence of audiences. The game’s plot echoes with its Chinese name "Screen Judges". As a player, you will witness how anyone can be a judge, hiding behind a screen, and making unfair judgments based solely on one-sided information. The game can be completed in about one to two hours, but its complexity will remain with players even after they solve it. The art style of the game takes inspiration from old Taiwanese hand-drawn color advertisements and posters. The realistic style used by painters during those times perfectly blends reality and imagination, resulting in a surrealistic picture book art style with a strong alluring effect. This vintage style will evoke nostalgic feelings about Taiwan's old period and is a must-experience for players. 18Light is an independent game studio founded in 2012 by college students in their 18th-floor apartment, and their goal is to provide players with an extraordinary adventure in just a coffee break. Their games are designed to encourage players to share fun and engage in meaningful discussions about their stories. The game reflects many social issues related to media abuse, stereotyping, and other topics. Players can also enjoy the Taiwanese style elements used in the game, providing them with a glimpse of Taiwanese culture. “Behind the Screen” took over a year to develop and is packed with many hidden metaphors and chapters for players to discover. The game is not just about entertainment but also offers deep stories that encourage players to think and address social issues. It is recommended to play the game on an iPhone SE, iPhone 6, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 4, iPod touch 6 or above, or the core of the A8 processor.