Wayward Strand (v1.0.2)

Set in the summer of 1978, *Wayward Strand* follows Casey Beaumaris, a teenage girl who reluctantly agrees to spend a long weekend helping out at her mother’s airborne hospital. Preferring the quiet company of books to people, Casey arrives aboard the airship armed with her notebook, intending to write an article for her school newspaper. However, she quickly becomes immersed in the lives of the hospital’s eclectic residents—patients dealing with grief, trauma, and personal challenges, as well as overworked staff preparing for an important official’s visit. Through conversations and observations, Casey uncovers a web of interwoven stories unfolding around her, each rich with emotion and complexity. The gameplay centers on exploration and real-time storytelling within a living, breathing world where every character moves independently on their own schedule. Players guide Casey as she freely roams the hospital, choosing which narratives to follow by interacting with people, eavesdropping on conversations, or joining discussions. The dynamic nature of the environment means that no two playthroughs are the same; new details, locations, and resolutions emerge with each visit. Casey’s notebook serves as a key tool for tracking information and piecing together mysteries, allowing players to delve deeper into the hospital’s many stories. Combining immersive narrative design with a unique setting, *Wayward Strand* offers a thoughtful, character-driven experience focused on connection, empathy, and discovery.