Willow Woods

Game Summary: Willow Woods is a haunting adventure game that puts you in the shoes of someone grappling with monophobia—the intense fear of being alone. In a world that combines psychological horror with self-assessment, players explore eerie locations like the Cemetery, Empty Village, Forest, and the Coast, where they must confront isolation and test their mental fortitude.

Features:

• Immersive 2.5D and 3D Gameplay: Choose between third-person and first-person perspectives tailored to suit different age groups for an engaging, age-appropriate experience.
• Monophobia Severity Assessment: Through a series of in-game questions based on DSM-5 guidelines, players can gauge the severity of their fear of solitude. The game provides valuable insights into players’ emotional states, helping them understand and manage their fears.
• Multiple Environments: Explore four uniquely haunting maps, each with its own dark, isolated atmosphere.
• Achievement and Quest System: Complete main and side quests to earn in-game achievements, making each run uniquely challenging and rewarding.
• Cross-Platform Play: Available for Android, iOS, Windows, and MacOS, with offline access so players can dive in anytime.

Developer’s Note: Created as a capstone project by Joshua Cambal and team, Willow Woods is more than just a game; it’s a journey into understanding and confronting the feeling of being alone. This game is inspired by the experiences of monophobic individuals, aiming to raise awareness and empathy toward mental health challenges.