In this scene, Hamlet orders Mary to hang up the phone. However, his command carries a dual meaning: he is telling her to cut the physical phone line, and at the same time, to sever the lingering attachments that keep Lucy from finally being at peace.
What does it mean to "cut" death? It’s a difficult concept to put into words, but imagine a powerful lingering attachment a mix of hope and regret that forms a "line" tethering one's heart to this world. As long as that line remains, one cannot truly cross over. That is the state of "SHINI KIRE NAI"
The phrase is a combination of SHINI (death), KIRE (to cut), and NAI (not). Literally, it means "to be unable to 'cut' death."
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In Japanese, we have the expression "SHINI KIRE NAI." While it is often translated as "to be unable to die peacefully" or "to continue to cling to life," I’d like to explain its deeper nuance.
"The opening of this game was one of the most interesting audio-visual experiences I've ever had."
😄I don't know how to reach out to you after watching your amazing essay video, so I just want to leave a post here to say thank you! 🙏
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#SCHRODINGERSCALL is a universal story transcending time, just like the #GIF format. 🖼️
🤔When the web was first born into this universe, GIF animations were already there.
That’s why I made the trailer a GIF.
I’m so glad to hear that. The reason we made Ep1 entirely free is because a short demo just doesn't do justice to a VN game like #SCHRODINGERSCALL. I'm also considering making a much shorter version for a convention, but it's challenging..
🤔I'm thinking about how difficult it is to make a short demo for a visual novel that’s engaging for newcomers. What do you think?
"Comedy hunts for clever puns, while tragedy preys on human misfortune."
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"If I don't sing... I'll start to forget."
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Max the Clueless Detective.
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"...And you are the only one capable of speaking to them."
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we’re developing #SCHRODINGERSCALL in a room within Skelton Crew Studio, a key hub for the Japanese indie game scene. The Japanese indie community has been incredibly supportive and has helped us so much. They have a telephone at the entrance to welcome us!
It’s #TrailerTuesday.
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Please look forward to May 28th! Search for "Schrödinger's Call" on Steam and don't forget to add it to your Wishlist! If you haven't played Chapter 1 yet, the demo is available for free! Give it a try!
At its core, this is a visual novel that feels like a picture book. But unlike a book, we’ve added many elements to make you feel as if you’re truly walking alongside Mary. This immersion only gets deeper as the Episodes progress.
While this might be a bit disappointing for those expecting multiple routes, please know that your "choices" aren't meaningless. Although the main path remains the same, your decisions along the way will leave their mark. Mary’s story simply cannot be completed without you.
Speaking of the ending... I’ve seen some of you asking: "Is it a multi-ending game?" To be honest, it’s a single-ending experience. This story follows a very specific theme. To truly share that feeling with you, I felt there could only be one conclusion.
A quick update on #SCHRODINGERSCALL (It’s a bit of a long one!) We are in the final stretch, running our final checks—making sure the game is smooth from start to finish, confirming everyone can reach the ending, and catching any bugs. We’re simultaneously testing the PC and Switch versions.
The full version of #SCHRODINGERSCALL is comintg on May 28. I truly believe that by playing the full, you will be able to feel the depth of the message we've poured into it. We would be honored to have you try it. And once again, thank you so much for writing such a wonderful article about it.
Genuinely, talking to Alonzo and getting insight into this game was one of the highlights of my PAX. Such a wonderful, meaningful, heartbreaking yet beautiful game.
I'm truly grateful to you and Alonzo @shueisha-games.bsky.social for such a thoughtful article capturing the story behind our decision to create this game! Though the pandemic is behind us, the world still struggles, so we created #SCHRODINGERSCALL as a serious reflection on what 'salvation' means.
The story: I was gasping aloud and clutching my heart before I knew it! I walked away saying "amazing, amazing, amazing..."
I really didn't know what to expect from the trailer, but I can tell this is going to be one of those games you can cherish and revisit like a good book.
Yes! I’d be happy if you could read it later.
This article tells the details that haven’t reached the English world until now. It's a fantastic article that truly captures the atmosphere of Japan during that time. Please give it a read.
The Schrödinger's Call demo was absolutely incredible!!! I'm glad I waited to play it here. Absolutely LEGENDARY visuals and audio; I can't say much but it only gets even more beautiful and intense as it goes on. Another "hooked from chapter one" game... I will be there
📷 A #SCHRODINGERSCALL shot from Boston just arrived from #PaxEAST. Thanks!
Since we’re currently in Kyoto putting the finishing touches on development, we won't be there in person. However, if you play the game in Boston and love it, please reach out to 😺me or Shueisha Games via X or an email!
Enjoy the show!
📢Please help us spread the word!
If you have friends or journalist contacts in the US, please spread the word! #SCHRODINGERSCALL will be at #PAXEast starting today in Boston! You can experience the Ep1 demo—currently available for free—right there at the event.
Tokyo Indie Game Summit has wrapped up successfully! A huge thank you to the Shueisha Games @shueisha-games.bsky.social. Ep1, which you played at the booth, is currently available in full on Steam. If you enjoyed it, I’d love for you to continue the journey!
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