A story-driven action platformer named The Perfect Pencil is slated for release on PC and Nintendo Switch on January 29, 2026.
This game will take players "on a psychological odyssey where your curiosity and your choices are the only way out of the mind's darkest corners." You will explore a "surreal kingdom ruled by peculiar personalities, hidden truths, unexpected twists, and frantic battles."
Apparently this game is for those that like David Lynch, Magritte, or classic Nintendo games.
What you will find in The Perfect Pencil:
Set in a surreal hand-drawn world, The Perfect Pencil tells a story of personal development and the psychological weight of fear. Join the protagonist John as he awakens in a bizarre kingdom and comes face-to-face with the terrors that dwell in his inner psyche. Embark on an emotional odyssey exploring the depths of an unfamiliar environment using John’s innate ability to see things that others can’t.
John’s unique analysis ability grants you the power to uncover hidden information about The Perfect Pencil’s characters, objects and elements of the environment. The world is filled with additional lore and information to be discovered. Roam beyond the beaten path, absorb the space around you. Who knows? Behind one of these corners, you might find something that will change your perspective on life itself.
Witness John’s potent internal struggles through intense boss battles in the form of monstrous manifestations, each symbolizing unique elements of the human psyche. Some encounters may even make you question your sense of reality. Remember - survival requires risk, and with great risk comes great reward.
- Born from Personal Experience: The game is an allegorical journey inspired by the creator's real-life battle with anxiety. It amplifies subconscious struggles, acting as a mirror for players to confront their own fears.
- A Hand-Crafted Kingdom: An entirely hand-drawn world where every detail hides a meaning. It invites players to use their wit and spirit of observation to uncover secrets that change their perspective.
- Weird, Dark, & Funny: A tone that swings effortlessly between psychological depth and bizarre humor, creating a "what did I just see?" energy that keeps players hooked.
- A Massive, Branching Adventure: A substantial journey (20+ hours, up to 30 for completionists) where your choices matter. The narrative branches based on exploration and decisions, leading to multiple distinct outcomes.
Set in a surreal hand-drawn world, The Perfect Pencil tells a story of personal development and the psychological weight of fear. Join the protagonist John as he awakens in a bizarre kingdom and comes face-to-face with the terrors that dwell in his inner psyche. Embark on an emotional odyssey exploring the depths of an unfamiliar environment using John’s innate ability to see things that others can’t.
John’s unique analysis ability grants you the power to uncover hidden information about The Perfect Pencil’s characters, objects and elements of the environment. The world is filled with additional lore and information to be discovered. Roam beyond the beaten path, absorb the space around you. Who knows? Behind one of these corners, you might find something that will change your perspective on life itself.
Witness John’s potent internal struggles through intense boss battles in the form of monstrous manifestations, each symbolizing unique elements of the human psyche. Some encounters may even make you question your sense of reality. Remember - survival requires risk, and with great risk comes great reward.
