"Support Bad Summer for a Unique Interactive Storytelling Experience!"

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"Bad Summer" weaves a chilling tale in the form of a dark visual novel, blending elements of horror, mystery, and romance to create an eerie tapestry of the unknown. Play as Jenny, a teenage camp counselor fighting for her life as a deadly creature of unknown origins stalks her every move. Can you survive the dangers of Camp Bear Ridge summer camp and find love along the way?

Unlike normal point-and-click adventure games, Bad Summer has a big emphasis on romance. Our horror elements are inspired by successful visual novels such as The Letter and Doki Doki Literature Club. Our romance took inspiration from k-dramas, TV shows, and steamy best-selling fiction novels. Our story-line was also heavily inspired by interactive drama video games such as The Quarry and Halloween movies starring Jason Voorhees. 

Expect jump scares, blood, gore, death, and analog horror sequences. 

Although horror and unsettling themes is the primary focus in Bad Summer, this is a narrative-heavy game with choices, consequences, and multiple endings. Your decisions can either save lives or end them. The stakes are high in Bad Summer and you will find yourself constantly questioning who to trust. 

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Bad Summer spans over 45,000 words and offers 3–5 hours of gameplay. With 120 choices and branching paths throughout, every decision shapes your story, making each playthrough uniquely your own.
We will continue to deliver something we believe can be unforgettable. Your support will go toward completing the full game, and giving this story the ending it deserves

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Bad Summer is a narrative-driven visual novel filled with romance, suspense, and a creeping sense of dread. 

Will you forge deep bonds and uncover the truth, or will the secrets of Bear Ridge swallow you whole?

Unlike normal point-and-click adventure games, Bad Summer has a big emphasis on romance. Our horror elements are inspired by successful visual novels such as The Letter and Doki Doki Literature Club. Our romance took inspiration from k-dramas, TV shows, and steamy best-selling fiction novels. Our storyline was also heavily inspired by interactive drama video games such as The Quarry and Halloween movies starring Jason Voorhees. 

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Bad Summer Chills and Thrills with an Exciting, Ethereal Demo

Browsing through the games showcased during Next Fest is always a great time. Getting an idea for interesting indie games coming soon, trying out a few demos, and really lengthening my wishlist is a favorite pastime of mine. I’m also a sucker for classic slasher horror films akin to Friday the 13^th and Halloween. So, when Bad Summer from S&J Games crossed my path this month, I jumped at the chance to check it out.

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Bad Summer: A Horror Romance Visual Novel

EXTENDED DEMO OUT NOW!

"Bad Summer" weaves a chilling tale in the form of a dark visual novel, blending elements of horror, mystery, and romance to create an eerie tapestry of the unknown. Play as Jenny, a teenage camp counselor fighting for her life as a deadly creature of unknown origins stalks her every move. Can you survive the dangers of Camp Bear Ridge summer camp and find love along the way?

Unlike normal point-and-click adventure games, Bad Summer has a big emphasis on romance. Our horror elements are inspired by successful visual novels such as The Letter and Doki Doki Literature Club. Our romance took inspiration from k-dramas, TV shows, and steamy best-selling fiction novels. Our storyline was also heavily inspired by interactive drama video games such as The Quarry and Halloween movies starring Jason Voorhees. 

Expect jump scares, blood, gore, death, and analog horror sequences. 

Although horror and unsettling themes is the primary focus in Bad Summer, this is a narrative-heavy game with choices, consequences, and multiple endings. Your decisions can either save lives or end them. The stakes are high in Bad Summer and you will find yourself constantly questioning who to trust.