Novitus is a visually rich interactive storytelling puzzle that blends psychological horror with themes of chaos and control. Presented as a website‑based visual novel, the project explores unsettling narratives through choice‑driven interaction, riddles, and layered storytelling.
Set on 3 November 2038, players assume the role of Sean Lennon, a newly appointed nurse working for the Novitus Response Agency. Assigned three patients — Callum Flynn, his son Odhran Flynn, and Sean’s own wife, Mia Lennon — the player’s responsibility is to study patient profiles and determine the appropriate cure for each case. As the narrative unfolds, seemingly routine tasks give way to disquieting revelations.
Progression is driven by puzzle‑based challenges and riddles that unlock a hidden diary, gradually exposing government secrets surrounding the mysterious cure. Through this structure, Novitus builds tension and unease, encouraging players to question the reliability of information, authority, and personal responsibility.
The project demonstrates a strong integration of narrative design, interactive storytelling, and psychological horror, using a digital format to immerse players in an unsettling, choice‑led experience.
