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Paper Masks

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Paper Masks [S2 Ch1] [LarkyLabs]

Developer LarkyLabs

Status in-development

Version Season 2 Ch1 + Max POV

Released 2026-05-11

Price free

Languages en

Platforms windows

2D Dating Sim Erotic Female Protagonist Indie Interactive Fiction Male Protagonist Narrative Romance Story-Rich Teasing Text Based

Editorial Has potential

Paper Masks is an interactive fiction game with strong writing that players find emotionally engaging; reviewers praise the narrative and characterization, with one noting they were unprepared for "this emotional rollercoaster" but found it "very well written." However, the build has genuine technical friction: multiple players report launch failures on Mac and Windows (black screen, won't open in certain engines), and while some workarounds exist (switching to alternative launchers or downloading from mirrors), the core experience should work out of the box. The game appears mechanically complete (multiple chapters, branching choices including POV and romance options), but platform stability is a recurring concern that undermines accessibility.

Description

Paper Masks is a narrative-driven dating sim set in the wealthy Woods household. You assume a false identity to escape your past and work for the enigmatic family, but your carefully constructed plan unravels when you meet Max Woods—a clever, volatile figure who becomes both a threat and an unexpected ally. Over a summer of deception and power plays, you navigate the household's secrets while managing a tense, intimate dynamic with someone who could expose or protect you. The game features branching choices, character customization, and explores themes of trauma, manipulation, and dangerous attraction as your carefully maintained mask gradually slips.

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