STARCULT Night Twisted Age announced with emotion-driven gameplay system

Not A Cat Studios has officially announced STARCULT Night Twisted Age, a dark fantasy visual novel that blends romance, mystery, and emotion-driven gameplay.

Set in a mysterious world on the edge of collapse, the game places players in the role of Silviya, a noblewoman from House Nebula whose arranged marriage ends in tragedy when her husband is murdered shortly after their wedding. As she calls in a detective to uncover the truth, a deeper question begins to surface—who, or what, is truly responsible?

The narrative unfolds through player choices, with relationships, outcomes, and story direction shaped by how emotions are interpreted and used throughout the experience.

Emotion palette system drives story and relationships

At the core of STARCULT Night Twisted Age is the Emotion Palette, a gameplay mechanic that allows players to read the true emotions and intentions of other characters. This system plays a central role in determining how interactions unfold, giving players the ability to influence relationships and uncover hidden truths.

“The central theme of STARCULT Night Twisted Age is how human emotions influence relationships—how people express them, how they interpret them, and how they use them (whether accidentally or intentionally),” said Liliia Sitailo, artist and CEO of Not A Cat Studios.

“We decided to present this in an interactive way by adding an Emotion Palette, which players will use as a unique tool for interacting with the game world.”

The game also introduces an Emotion Frenzy system, where players who choose not to spend emotion resources trigger a descent into madness for the protagonist, unlocking an alternate storyline path.

Multiple endings and relationship paths expand replay value

STARCULT Night Twisted Age offers a wide range of branching paths, encouraging players to explore different choices and outcomes. These include multiple endings such as Detective, Hedonist, Mystic, Nihilist, Ascended, and additional secret routes.

Players can also shape Silviya’s relationships in various ways, from romantic and platonic to more complex dynamics such as toxic, codependent, or casual connections. Each choice influences how characters respond and how the story evolves.

Beyond relationships, players will have the option to create their own cult and determine its purpose, adding another layer of customization and narrative depth to the experience.

STARCULT Night Twisted Age is currently planned for release on Steam for PC, with more platforms expected to be announced in the future.