At Miss Mulligatawney's School for Promising Girls, a shocking incident has occurred: a school prefect has been pushed out of a window, and you're the one accused. Dive into the gripping narrative of Expelled!, the latest mystery game from inkle, the masterminds behind Overboard!. You have just one day to clear your name or find someone else to take the fall.
Set in the spring of April 1922, Expelled! puts you in the shoes of Verity Amersham, a scholarship student at an elite boarding school. Voiced by the talented Amelia Tyler, known for her role in Baldur's Gate 3, Verity has always tried to keep her head down. But now, accused of attempted murder, she must navigate a web of intrigue to prove her innocence.
In Expelled!, your choices are more than just dialogue options. Every action you take, every place you visit, every person you interact with, and every word you speak shapes the narrative. NPCs roam the school in real-time, responding to your actions and influencing the story. Some may offer assistance, while others might seek to undermine you. The question remains: who can you trust?
Your approach to solving the mystery can vary widely. You can choose to investigate diligently, or you might opt to lie, mislead, or manipulate your way to safety. Need an alibi? Persuade someone to cover for you. Feeling cornered? Shift the blame onto someone else. The more you bend the rules, the more paths open up for you.
Each playthrough of Expelled! lasts approximately 30-45 minutes, yet no two experiences are the same. Your decisions unlock new clues, lead to different endings, and reveal hidden secrets scattered throughout the school. Discover why the cellar is locked or what your best friend is concealing. If you manage to avoid expulsion, you might even strive for the prestigious rank of Head Girl.
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Immerse yourself in the era with a soundtrack featuring jazz legends like George Gershwin, Louis Armstrong, and Bessie Smith. Expelled! masterfully blends a tense mystery with a dynamic, ever-evolving story. How you choose to clear your name, and how far you're willing to go, is entirely in your hands.
Expelled! is set to launch on March 12th, available on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and iOS. Get ready to unravel the mystery and shape your destiny.