SUMMARY

Strand takes place in a future where humanity expands beyond its system, driven by a shared vision of growth. VESTA, a paradise covered with vast oceans and thriving plankton, has been discovered by exploration probes. To assess its colonization potential, the A.R.E.S. Station has been sent into its orbit.

When a powerful magnetic field hits A.R.E.S., the station is warped by mysterious phenomena, distorting time, space, and physics. Solving these puzzles is your only way to escape.

A PREVIEW OF THE FUTURE

Step into life in the 25th century, where humanity unites in pursuit of a brighter future. This is a speculative vision of ideal technological advancement, filled with both inspiration and unease. As you explore this world, you’ll confront the double-edged nature of progress, offering incredible potential, but at what cost?

RICH ARRAY OF PUZZLES AND RIDDLES

STRAND will challenge all types of thinking processes, putting your mechanical, anthropological, and critical reasoning skills to the test. With a well-balanced difficulty curve, you’ll encounter a wide array of puzzles and riddles. For seasoned solvers, additional challenging puzzles will be available to push your limits. Everyone will have the opportunity to satisfy their curiosity and engage their minds.

A DEEP NARRATIVE EXPERIENCE

A five-member crew once lived, researched, and struggled together aboard the A.R.E.S. Station. But as they vanish one by one, they leave behind fragments of their stories for you to uncover. Through personal journals, emails, and audio recordings, you'll delve into their triumphs and darkest moments, unravelling the mystery of their fate. Each piece draws you deeper into their psyches, allowing you to understand what truly happened aboard the station.

A HIGHLY INTERACTIVE WORLD

Interact with your environment like never before. Nearly every object can be inspected, and some will hold vital information. Explore the A.R.E.S. Station both physically and digitally. Unlock doors, drawers, and encrypted emails to uncover critical clues. Piece together fragmented conversations to understand the strange phenomena affecting the station, and use them to your advantage as you plot your escape from A.R.E.S.