A unique multiplayer horror game that blends cooperative ghost hunting with social deception mechanics.
Cooperative
Ghost Hunting
Team up with other ghost hunters to investigate haunted locations, gather cursed items, and banish malevolent spirits. But beware - trust is a fragile thing when one of your teammates might be working against you.
- Ghost hunting with strategic equipment management
- Team-based core gameplay loop
- Session-based matches (approx. 14 minutes long)
- Dynamic ghost behavior that changes over time
- Procedurally generated layouts of the building
Player-Driven Paranoia
Experience psychological horror as one player may become possessed by the ghost, turning them into a hidden traitor. Work together to complete the exorcism while staying vigilant for signs of betrayal.
- Cooperation with limited trust and paranoia
- Accessible horror experience designed for friend groups
- Balanced between casual play and competitive depth
- Famous Polish actors playing unique ghost characters
- Exploring abandoned post-Soviet PRL-era facilities
Prototype Gameplay
Early development footage showcasing core mechanics and multiplayer functionality
Cinematic Trailer
Live-action announcement trailer featuring our star cast
Development Timeline
From concept to release, follow our journey in creating Trunk Tales
What we've done
Q1 2023
Pre-production
- Partnership with "PANIKA!" film studio
- Agreements with Polish actors secured
- Initial $100k funding received
Q2 2023
Early Development
- Initial gameplay mechanics
- Initial hospital map implementation
- Multiple prototype iterations
Q3 2023
Ongoing Development
- First multiplayer prototype
- Internal playtesting phase
- Self-developed networking system
Q4 2023
Development Halted
- Used up internal funding
- Team shifted to contract work
- Seeking further investment
PRESENT
Seeking Funding
What we want to do
January 2025
Resumed Development
- Update game engine and dependencies
- Implement new refined gameplay loop
- Build and enhance our 3D assets
June 2025
Late Development
- Game audio effects and ambience
- Establish our online community
- Comprehensive play-testing
October 2025
Early Access Release
- Demo Release during Steam Next Fest
- Early Access during Steam's Halloween event
- Collect initial feedback from players
July 2026
Full Release
- Release feature-complete product
- Full feature set deployment
- Evaluate future of the project
Featured Cast
Experience the terror brought to life by Poland's renowned actors, each portraying a unique and terrifying entity
Core Contributors
Meet the talented people bringing Trunk Tales to life
Versatile game designer with a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise. Strong advocate for open-source and community-driven development.
Versatile game designer with a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise. Strong advocate for open-source and community-driven development.
Accomplished film studio CEO with strong industry connections. Instrumental in securing key partnerships and creating promotional content for gaming projects.
Accomplished film studio CEO with strong industry connections. Instrumental in securing key partnerships and creating promotional content for gaming projects.
Publisher Documents
Key documentation for Trunk Tales' development and strategy
Pitch Deck
Game presentation and business strategy
Game Proposal
High-level overview and vision
Game Design Document
Detailed mechanics and specifications
Our GDD is in Polish. For external review, we can provide translations upon request - please contact us.
The Ask
Funding Goal
We're seeking $400,000 (USD) in funding for development.
This budget would provide coverage for:
Development team compensation
Operational overhead (licensing, infrastructure)
Office-related expenses (rent, utilities, supplies)
Extra margin for contingency planning
Note: The funding amount is negotiable. We're also open to milestone-based funding arrangements instead of receiving all funds upfront.
Publisher Support
We would love it if our publisher could also help us with:
Expertise in deployment and post-launch strategies
Connections with established horror genre content creators
Leveraging Polish actors' likenesses for media presence
Planning and organizing events and promotional campaigns
Building and growing our community before launch
Multi-platform social media engagement optimization
Let's Discuss Publishing
We're passionate about bringing Trunk Tales to life and sharing it with players worldwide. If you're a publisher or investor who shares our vision and wants to be part of this journey, we'd love to chat. Let's explore how we can work together to make something amazing!
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PPNT, Gdynia, Poland