HerGames develops narrative-driven adventure puzzle combat games for adolescent girls, integrating mental health themes like identity and emotional trauma into gameplay. These entertainment games provide a therapeutic experience focused on personal growth, offering an engaging alternative to traditional therapy or educational tools.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many games targeted towards adolescent girls lack compelling narratives that address mental health themes, often focusing on superficial or stereotypical content. This absence leaves a gap in the market for games that provide both entertainment and a therapeutic experience, particularly in addressing issues like identity and emotional trauma.
Solution
HerGames develops narrative-driven adventure games with puzzle and combat elements designed for adolescent girls. Their games integrate mental health themes, such as identity exploration and emotional trauma processing, directly into the gameplay. By creating engaging stories and interactive experiences, HerGames offers a therapeutic alternative to traditional therapy or educational tools, fostering personal growth through entertainment. The upcoming game, "Ivy's Dream Cafe: The Nightmare Witch," places players in a dreamlike world where they manage a cafe, explore dreamscapes, and uncover hidden truths, blending elements of puzzle-solving, narrative exploration, and character development.
Target Audience
The primary audience is adolescent girls seeking engaging games with meaningful narratives that address themes of identity, emotional well-being, and personal growth.
Features
- Hand-painted dreamlike worlds with unique visual styles for each dreamscape
- Dream Magic mechanics that allow players to reshape reality and unveil secrets within the game world
- Gameplay that alternates between managing a cafe in the real world and exploring dream worlds
- Focus on healing through dreams, allowing players to confront past traumas and embrace their true selves
- Puzzle-solving, narrative exploration, and character development elements
- Available on PC and Mobile platforms