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Psychological Horror Game 'Penguin Colony' Explores Dark Themes in Antarctica
‘Penguin Colony’ allows players to navigate a chilling Antarctic environment filled with surreal horrors while drawing inspiration from classic literature and films.
In 'Penguin Colony', players take on the role of a flightless bird exploring Antarctica while confronting various earthly monsters. The game offers a unique blend of exploration and survival within a psychologically intense setting.
The concept of 'Penguin Colony' emerged from a moment of inspiration experienced by Naphtali Faulkner, founder of Origame Digital, while watching the animated film 'Happy Feet'. He noted an almost eldritch quality in a scene featuring a digger falling into the ocean.
Faulkner's vision for the game evolved through iteration, combining influences from renowned works of horror fiction, including the writings of H.P. Lovecraft and John Carpenter’s 1982 film 'The Thing'.
As the game develops, it appears set to intertwine elements of psychological horror with distinct narrative threads influenced by the filmmaker's experiences and favorite media.