Shaddolands

Shaddolands is a visual novel game for adult players. Featuring beautiful graphics and a captivating storyline, it blends strategy and choices to create a unique gaming experience. In Shaddolands, players follow the perspective of a married couple, Ben and Amanda, celebrating their last pre-wedding party with friends. An unexpected event plunges their marriage into crisis, and you must guide them through the crisis to stabilize their hard-won union. Click to download and experience it now.

Story:

Shaddolands – WHID (What Have I Done) centers around Ben and Amanda, a married couple deeply in love. When Ben arrives home with the news that he would like to run a Stag Night for his Gym Buddy, and workmate, Terry, who was soon to be married, along with 3 of his other friends… it causes a bit of an issue with Amanda… especially when he tells her it will involve a stripper!

But, because Amanda finds it hard to say no to Ben, she reluctantly agrees. But, what happens when the hired stripper cancels?… Oh dear! How much does she actually love Ben? Well we’ll have to wait and see.

I hope you enjoy my first of many offerings and I welcome constructive criticism, ideas etc…

Features:

A Marriage on the Edge: The game centers on Ben and Amanda’s deeply intimate yet tested relationship, highlighting how a single decision—hosting a stag night with a stripper—can unravel years of trust.

Dynamic Dialogue and Emotion: Every conversation feels raw and real, from Amanda’s initial hesitation to Ben’s earnest persuasion, with branching dialogue paths that mirror real-life negotiation and compromise.

The “What Have I Done?” Moment: When the stripper cancels, players are thrust into a high-stakes scenario where small choices—like lying about the cancellation or confessing—can redefine the couple’s bond.

Friendship vs. Family: Players must weigh Ben’s loyalty to his friend Terry against Amanda’s emotional needs, questioning where boundaries should be drawn in both marriage and camaraderie.

Unexpected Plot Twists: The disappearance of the stripper opens doors to dark humor, accidental secrets, and even betrayal, with outcomes that challenge the couple’s understanding of one another.

No “Right” Answers: Whether players choose to pivot the stag night into a safe event or let chaos unfold, every decision carries irreversible consequences for Ben and Amanda’s future.

Tips and Tricks:

Relatable Conflict: The game balances awkward, cringe-worthy stag night scenarios (think last-minute panic and accidental guests) with raw, intimate moments that ground the story in emotional authenticity.

Player Agency in Relationships: Your choices shape Amanda’s trust in Ben—will she forgive him, or does the incident expose deeper cracks in their marriage? Multiple endings reflect the fragility of love under pressure.

Independent Vision with Heart: Developed as a heartfelt debut by a passionate creator, WHID prioritizes storytelling over spectacle, offering a refreshing take on adult themes rarely explored in mainstream games.

Conclusion:

The tragic murder of a close friend brings you back to your hometown, filled with dark memories and unhealed wounds. In Shaddolands, you'll confront the ghosts of the past, sort out shattered family ties, and choose between revenge and a fresh start. This city you once left behind now feels alien and filled with secrets you can't ignore.