The Wake: Mourning Father, Mourning Mother

The Heart of The Wake: Mourning Father, Mourning Mother

The Wake: Mourning Father, Mourning Mother delves into the complexities of familial relationships, guilt, and memory. As the final entry in Somi’s “Guilt Trilogy,” this narrative-driven experience invites players to confront the emotional weight of a three-day funeral, filled with personal revelations and buried traumas. The game weaves together the threads of three generations impacted by a pervasive sense of guilt, making for a profound exploration of the human psyche.

The Significance of a Generational Curse

What compels a family to bear the burden of unresolved issues? In The Wake, players explore deep-rooted patterns that define the characters' actions and lives. The game captures the essence of a generational curse that has ensnared a man, enveloping him in past wounds and regrets. As players decode layers of meaning, they uncover how these inherited emotions shape the familial dynamic and the protagonist’s journey towards understanding.