An existential RPG where players traverse a limitless void punctuated by mystical oases. Choose to defy or embrace the god-like Wills who reshape reality, crafting a path through strategic battles and moral dilemmas that redefine your existence.
A Universe of Paradox and Power
1. The Void & its Oasis Bastions: The game’s core setting is a desolate expanse of existential nothingness, where players journey between fragmented islands of life called "Oases." Each oasis hosts unique environments, from cyberpunk metropolises to medieval fantasy realms, each governed by a Will—a deity-like entity enforcing its will on all within.
2. The Wills’ Dominion: These omnipotent beings view players as pawns in their endless machinations. They demand obedience or offer twisted transformations (gender shifts, hybrid forms) to survive. Aligning with a Will grants power, but risks losing humanity—and your allies’ trust.
3. Moral Crossroads: Every choice ripples through the narrative. Will you weaponize newfound powers to overthrow Wills, or succumb to their designs for fleeting strength? Outcomes hinge on courage, alliances, and whether you cling to identity or embrace metamorphosis.
Strategic Combat Without Grind
1. Tactical Depth Over Repetition: Battles in Between reject grinding. Instead, victory depends on pre-battle planning—equipping gear, analyzing enemy weaknesses—and real-time decisions like switching party roles mid-fight.
2. Diverse Playstyles: Customization is key. Shift party formations, blend magic and tech, or adopt guerrilla tactics. The system rewards creativity: a single scenario might be solved via stealth, brute force, or diplomacy.
3. Superboss Trials & Replayability: Optional post-game challenges test mastery, including a "Meta-Will" boss that adapts its strategy to the player’s prior successes. Difficulty tiers ensure accessibility or added challenge.
Narrative Richness and a Mature Lens
1. Persona & Xenoblade Influences: The story mirrors Persona’s psychological depth, with a protagonist navigating identity crises, and Xenoblade’s epic world-building. Themes of free will vs. destiny are explored through branching dialogues and morally gray choices.
2. Adult Themes with Purpose: Scenes of mature content are woven into the narrative but never exploitative. For instance, a Will’s corruption of a town is depicted through haunting visuals rather than shock value.
3. A Living Universe: Between is the flagship of a shared continuity, with interconnected stories across the developer’s other titles (including collaborations with Icarue). Post-game lore unlocks hint at deeper cosmic mysteries, encouraging exploration of the full series.
