You actually can! Though it requires a separate app called Twine Viewer. Although without having the html download for the game it won't be able to save progress you still can play it using the itch.io page link and the online game option :3c
Will work only for the demo though :c Unless steam has cloud sharing that works with it
Ughhhh I forgot the whole reason I never finished this game was because last time I bought it, I was told steam isn't compatible with my laptop aannnndd I don't have an Android.
I just did it again, wtfffff.
edit: hmmm I wonder if my old jacked up laptop has Google play... fingers crossed
Edit 2: ...sooo I just ordered a Tablet off Amazon that has Google Play...Yes, Just so I can finish this game. 😭
I loved the demo so much that I got the Steam game! It's a story that really captures me, and I love how it makes you feel so immersed in the character's emotions.
This IN was amazing! I loved every painstaking minute of the absolute roller coaster of emotions. I am so glad to see a sequel (at least in the early stages!) I loved Cyril I hope to see more of them. Quite possibly the best $8 I've spent in recent memory.
….okay - I am Distraught because I just played the demo, this is AMAZING, and I so want to THROW MY MONEY AT YOU; but my computer died and I only have iPad/iPhone to work with. I was so hoping there was an Apple App Store link since there’s a Google one, but no dice. I can’t even do steam link because no compy :(
Is there any way I can get a web browser full version and buy it from you via itch, oh Amazing author-san?
Unfortunately, it is not really possible to sell web-based games through itch.io (except in a roundabout way that I don't even think would work on iPhones/iPads). If I were to sell through itch.io, it would be the same executable that you'd get through Steam (ie. meant to work on a PC or a Mac).
I might release an Apple Store version later this year, but for the moment, there is no version of the full game that would work on iPhones/iPads :(
That really sucks. I was so hoping there’d be a workaround for mobile iOS players. Welp - thanks for the answer. Maybe I’ll be able to catch this later in the year….
How much content is in the full version? I am back into the interactive fiction games. Looks like it is still very slim pickings in regards to complete titles with a lot of gameplay. But I remember greatly enjoying this demo and will absolutely buy the steam version if it's worth it. If anyone has played the full game please let me know. Thanks! Fingers crossed, the search for a good IF has been quite dry.
I feel you, it's disappointing how many unfinished IFs there are. But this story is absolute perfection! I purchased it after playing the demo and I absolutely love it- everything from the politics, character building, and storyline is wonderful. I've even done 2 playthroughs since purchasing it to try 2 different LI routes. If you enjoyed the demo you'll love the finished piece.You will not regret it!
I loved every minute of the demo! It wasuch longer than I thought it would be and gave me a full taste of the full game. I finished the demo and knew I had to spend the money to buy the full thing and it delivered! I loved the romance, the politics, the battles. I loved that the protagonist could have a rocky relationship with their sister. And dang did some of them spicy scenes leave me blushing. 😳
Hey there,my apologies for the disturbance however i just replayed Arcadia second born,I haven't been really keeping up with the updates and thought perhaps my hope for a sequal have been crushed lol and as fate had other plans,i just happen to wonder across somthing that seems to be tester sequal to it arcadia:cold lands..i was wondering if there is a fourm you need to fill to acess the demo since it seems the website for demo on itch.io is password encrypted,umm if there is any slight chance I may have the privilege to acess the demo do let me know pretty please..fr i never have been this excited also thank you for the sequal UwU
Hi! I am working on a sequel, yes. There is a playable demo available but bear in mind it is very early-stage which is why it is locked behind a password. You can try it via my blog (the password is in the linked post).
If you want to keep up with the game's development, you can follow my blog, though I know not everyone has or wants to have a Tumblr account; I'll probably be setting up a newsletter by the end of the year.
Thanks for playing Arcadie: Second-Born by the way, I hope you'll enjoy the sequel! ;)
IM IN LOVE! I just finished the demo and bought the full version! Even with just the demo I'm already so hooked! Everything is so well written and I fell in love with all the characters! (especially Cyril hehe) I'm so excited to read the full version now, thank you for making such a masterpiece!! <3
I am literally writing this at 5am after staying awake, obsessed and entranced by this game, playing it on this site, only to reach the end of the demo, then be shocked (in a good way) that all of that amazing content was only a taste?!
I am now in a state of conflict on whether to remain awake to continue playing the full version I just purchased, or to have a refresher sleep before diving back into Arcadie.
I bought this and it was absolutely worth it. I was so invested with not only the romance aspect but also the story line of how we build ourselves as a character. I know the sequel are in the works, but absolutely cannot wait for it come out <3
Hi! I just finished the demo and I absolutely loved it. How much longer is the full game? I'm so immersed in this story already and I plan to buy it once I'm able.
Hi, I'm from Brazil and I'd like to buy it on my phone, but it is not available for my country at Google play store. Is there any way I can get the game?
I loved playing this so much, whole demo made me forget about the world around me instantly and I had to buy full version on Steam. One of the best works on itch.io, no doubt and I would eagerly spend my money on any game you would release in future. Thank you for your work!
that was brilliant, way more than i ever expected. i'm in a loss of words.
it's a micro-scale game of thrones where you can mold your character's ideals, political inclinations, feelings and appearance to your liking, making them act exactly how you want them to, all while they still overflow with personality. the story is well-written, intriguing and engaging as hell, the choices have true consequences, the characters are interesting and the politics are believable!
it was particularly interesting for me to play, since our main character is a prince, born from a tyrant lineage, and i'm a literal socialist – if i was living this conflict, i most probably would've wanted the prince's head myself.
so, to make the most of my playthrough, i made my character very attached to his family, specially his dad and sister; a lover of politics and knowledge; not so good at fighting; an "idealist", as the game would call; and in love with the guy whose ideals were the opposite of his ♡. i wanted him to be at a constant conflict between grief, revenge and empathy, understanding and even agreeing with the other side, while also being pushed by his pain and his love for his sister to want to support her and regain power. i also made him a whore, but that's not the point.
as you can see, "making most of my playthrough" means making it the more chaotic and hard i could, lol.
and the game allowed me to do all of that!!!!!! the amount of work the devs must've put into the game for this to work, goddammit!
i have way more to say, but i'll leave it here and dwell into spoilers later – like, i loved this game sm, i HAVE to talk about it! it's a primal need!!! the thing is already 7 hours long and i wish it was even bigger!
for now, i'll be replaying the game, changing my character's personality and goals, making everything lesbian instead of gay and watching the chaos unfold <3
Maybe you get this a lot, are you working on a part two of Arcadie: Second-born? From what I remember it seemed like you'd set the ending up for a second story?
I'm not sure how to answer that, to be honest. It varies depending on the choices you make, the path you take, your reading speed, whether you take your time or fly through it...
It isn't the longest of games, though, if that's what you're asking. I wanted to tell a tightly paced story, with no fluff or extraneous subplots. Only you can tell if that would be to your taste or not.
read thru the demo kinda quick and this is probs the fastest I have ever decided to buy something. I'm gonna finish this later when I have the attention span to enjoy the full thing properly
i bought the game a little over a year ago, best visual novel type thing i've ever played, all i want is more worldbuilding, always love more of that thing, even though it's probably awful to make.
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well hello!1 what twine format does this use?? i'm guessin sugarcube but i might be wrong!
Hello! Yes, it is SugarCube.
I’m so bummed this isn’t available on iPhone! What a fantastic game.
I am looking into publishing it on the AppStore, but it probably won't happen before beginning of next year :)
I’ll definitely look out for it!
You actually can! Though it requires a separate app called Twine Viewer. Although without having the html download for the game it won't be able to save progress you still can play it using the itch.io page link and the online game option :3c
Will work only for the demo though :c Unless steam has cloud sharing that works with it
Ughhhh I forgot the whole reason I never finished this game was because last time I bought it, I was told steam isn't compatible with my laptop aannnndd I don't have an Android.
I just did it again, wtfffff.
edit: hmmm I wonder if my old jacked up laptop has Google play... fingers crossed
Edit 2: ...sooo I just ordered a Tablet off Amazon that has Google Play...Yes, Just so I can finish this game. 😭
I loved the demo so much that I got the Steam game! It's a story that really captures me, and I love how it makes you feel so immersed in the character's emotions.
Thank you for the wonderful experience.
This IN was amazing! I loved every painstaking minute of the absolute roller coaster of emotions. I am so glad to see a sequel (at least in the early stages!) I loved Cyril I hope to see more of them. Quite possibly the best $8 I've spent in recent memory.
Got this on Steam and Android. Still, my favorite Interactive Novel to date. Not to mention, it's complete.
I can't wait for Arcadie: Cold Lands to be released. I want more of Cyril. <3
Is there a reason we can't buy on itch.io?
Adding the game to new storefronts means managing updates, taxes, and other things across multiple platforms.
Is there a particular reason you'd prefer to buy on itch.io?
I play games on my laptop, not my phone and or steam (I don't have an account and wouldn't want to launch an app to play a game)
….okay - I am Distraught because I just played the demo, this is AMAZING, and I so want to THROW MY MONEY AT YOU; but my computer died and I only have iPad/iPhone to work with. I was so hoping there was an Apple App Store link since there’s a Google one, but no dice. I can’t even do steam link because no compy :(
Is there any way I can get a web browser full version and buy it from you via itch, oh Amazing author-san?
Unfortunately, it is not really possible to sell web-based games through itch.io (except in a roundabout way that I don't even think would work on iPhones/iPads). If I were to sell through itch.io, it would be the same executable that you'd get through Steam (ie. meant to work on a PC or a Mac).
I might release an Apple Store version later this year, but for the moment, there is no version of the full game that would work on iPhones/iPads :(
That really sucks. I was so hoping there’d be a workaround for mobile iOS players. Welp - thanks for the answer. Maybe I’ll be able to catch this later in the year….
Where to play part 2 I can't find it in itch
Hello! The full game is available on:
How much content is in the full version? I am back into the interactive fiction games. Looks like it is still very slim pickings in regards to complete titles with a lot of gameplay. But I remember greatly enjoying this demo and will absolutely buy the steam version if it's worth it. If anyone has played the full game please let me know. Thanks! Fingers crossed, the search for a good IF has been quite dry.
I feel you, it's disappointing how many unfinished IFs there are. But this story is absolute perfection! I purchased it after playing the demo and I absolutely love it- everything from the politics, character building, and storyline is wonderful. I've even done 2 playthroughs since purchasing it to try 2 different LI routes. If you enjoyed the demo you'll love the finished piece.You will not regret it!
Thank you for the response! I shall get it right away! Wohoo
I absolutely love the demo, so I'm going to get the game on steam. I wish I was more courageous to stand firm against Ariana😤 but I couldn't 😔
Unfortunately, I can't download the full version, the app is "not available in my country"
I loved every minute of the demo! It wasuch longer than I thought it would be and gave me a full taste of the full game. I finished the demo and knew I had to spend the money to buy the full thing and it delivered! I loved the romance, the politics, the battles. I loved that the protagonist could have a rocky relationship with their sister. And dang did some of them spicy scenes leave me blushing. 😳
hi :) is there romance?
Hello! Yes, there are four potential love interests.
Hey there,my apologies for the disturbance however i just replayed Arcadia second born,I haven't been really keeping up with the updates and thought perhaps my hope for a sequal have been crushed lol and as fate had other plans,i just happen to wonder across somthing that seems to be tester sequal to it arcadia:cold lands..i was wondering if there is a fourm you need to fill to acess the demo since it seems the website for demo on itch.io is password encrypted,umm if there is any slight chance I may have the privilege to acess the demo do let me know pretty please..fr i never have been this excited also thank you for the sequal UwU
Hi!
I am working on a sequel, yes. There is a playable demo available but bear in mind it is very early-stage which is why it is locked behind a password. You can try it via my blog (the password is in the linked post).
If you want to keep up with the game's development, you can follow my blog, though I know not everyone has or wants to have a Tumblr account; I'll probably be setting up a newsletter by the end of the year.
Thanks for playing Arcadie: Second-Born by the way, I hope you'll enjoy the sequel! ;)
i didnt see it was a demo.. im BROKE 😭😭 definitely buying the full version as soon as i can
IM IN LOVE! I just finished the demo and bought the full version! Even with just the demo I'm already so hooked! Everything is so well written and I fell in love with all the characters! (especially Cyril hehe) I'm so excited to read the full version now, thank you for making such a masterpiece!! <3
I am literally writing this at 5am after staying awake, obsessed and entranced by this game, playing it on this site, only to reach the end of the demo, then be shocked (in a good way) that all of that amazing content was only a taste?!
I am now in a state of conflict on whether to remain awake to continue playing the full version I just purchased, or to have a refresher sleep before diving back into Arcadie.
Decisions!
I bought this and it was absolutely worth it. I was so invested with not only the romance aspect but also the story line of how we build ourselves as a character. I know the sequel are in the works, but absolutely cannot wait for it come out <3
Love it. Duvan tho...
🚩 but, ahem, love him. 😂
He's a secret li eh~ 👀
Well, he only got a few scenes, but I'm satisfied.
Also, our aether instructor (what's his name again?), is there a chance he will appear in sequel? (if there is) 👀
Cyril is so sweet ah~ need someone like him in my life. 😿 His personality match mine too.
The ending is gud~
Thanks for creating this game!
The dialogues didn't seem forced at all. In fact, it felt alive. I love the interaction between characters!
Hi! I just finished the demo and I absolutely loved it. How much longer is the full game? I'm so immersed in this story already and I plan to buy it once I'm able.
I believe it is out on steam for mac and windows, google play for android
Hi, I'm from Brazil and I'd like to buy it on my phone, but it is not available for my country at Google play store. Is there any way I can get the game?
Kinda late to this but you can also buy it from stream, tho I dont think it work on mobile.
I just bought this on mobile! I'm excited to play the whole game!!
I loved playing this so much, whole demo made me forget about the world around me instantly and I had to buy full version on Steam. One of the best works on itch.io, no doubt and I would eagerly spend my money on any game you would release in future. Thank you for your work!
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the game :)
that was brilliant, way more than i ever expected. i'm in a loss of words.
it's a micro-scale game of thrones where you can mold your character's ideals, political inclinations, feelings and appearance to your liking, making them act exactly how you want them to, all while they still overflow with personality. the story is well-written, intriguing and engaging as hell, the choices have true consequences, the characters are interesting and the politics are believable!
it was particularly interesting for me to play, since our main character is a prince, born from a tyrant lineage, and i'm a literal socialist – if i was living this conflict, i most probably would've wanted the prince's head myself.
so, to make the most of my playthrough, i made my character very attached to his family, specially his dad and sister; a lover of politics and knowledge; not so good at fighting; an "idealist", as the game would call; and in love with the guy whose ideals were the opposite of his ♡. i wanted him to be at a constant conflict between grief, revenge and empathy, understanding and even agreeing with the other side, while also being pushed by his pain and his love for his sister to want to support her and regain power. i also made him a whore, but that's not the point.
as you can see, "making most of my playthrough" means making it the more chaotic and hard i could, lol.
and the game allowed me to do all of that!!!!!! the amount of work the devs must've put into the game for this to work, goddammit!
i have way more to say, but i'll leave it here and dwell into spoilers later – like, i loved this game sm, i HAVE to talk about it! it's a primal need!!! the thing is already 7 hours long and i wish it was even bigger!
for now, i'll be replaying the game, changing my character's personality and goals, making everything lesbian instead of gay and watching the chaos unfold <3
Maybe you get this a lot, are you working on a part two of Arcadie: Second-born? From what I remember it seemed like you'd set the ending up for a second story?
If not that's cool, awesome story nonetheless.
Hello!
Arcadie: Second-Born was written as a standalone, but I have started working on a sequel. If you like, you can follow my progress on my blog.
is there any chance of this game becoming available on the apple play store? Great game and hope you continue to make amazing works of art like this!
Hello and thank you! :)
I don't plan on publishing the game on the App Store for the time being (I'd need to purchase a Mac, among other drawbacks).
Your novel and some of the other lgbt Novels inspired me to write a new book or maybe two 😊 please write more. Your novel is my favorite 😊
Thank you so much! Good luck with your novel! :)
Are there/ will there be plans for a sequel?
Also, to anyone else reading, the full version is completely worth it.
I agree. Just finished playing the full version. It was an amazing experience, and I too wish for it to have a sequel.
I three wish for it to have a sequel!
How long would you say a single play through would take of the full game?
I'm not sure how to answer that, to be honest. It varies depending on the choices you make, the path you take, your reading speed, whether you take your time or fly through it...
It isn't the longest of games, though, if that's what you're asking. I wanted to tell a tightly paced story, with no fluff or extraneous subplots. Only you can tell if that would be to your taste or not.
Personally, my first full run took around 4 to 5 ish hours, but I have a fast reading speed, so it could be a bit slower for others.
How much more content does the full version bring?
Hello,
The demo contains abount 30% of the full game's word count.
i definitely say its worth it!
please I’m begging you, add the full version.
Hello, the full version is available on Steam and Google Play.
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2196980/Arcadie_SecondBorn/
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arcadieutopie.arcadiesecondbor...
Definitely a very fun and enjoyable game, I hope you are taking your time with a sequel because this was a masterpiece
Finally tried this out and thoroughly enjoyed it! Can't decide which one was my fav, but would love for N to be an option too. 😅
read thru the demo kinda quick and this is probs the fastest I have ever decided to buy something. I'm gonna finish this later when I have the attention span to enjoy the full thing properly
10/10 😁
Didn't finish the full version but i can say i cried in some parts
I love it! Though I find it funny on how my name is Elsie and Cyril's sister's name is Elise. XD
Aha that must be confusing at times 😂
i bought the game a little over a year ago, best visual novel type thing i've ever played, all i want is more worldbuilding, always love more of that thing, even though it's probably awful to make.
PLEASE MAKE A FULL VERSION OF THIS PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
Hello, the full version is available on Steam and Google Play.
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2196980/Arcadie_SecondBorn/
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arcadieutopie.arcadiesecondbor...
how do i get with cyril