Aperture

Aperture follows a woman working for a ruthless corporation that pushes its employees to the brink. Brainwashed by the company and working late into the night, she becomes numb and mechanical, weighed down by oppression and confusion. One night, a power outage interrupts her routine. An object called “Aperture” appears on her desk, a mysterious tape recorder speaks, and glowing fragments lie scattered through an empty but dangerous office. She must decide whether to escape this strange place or return numbly to work, as the journey proves less straightforward than it first appears.

A mind shaped by work

The game turns the protagonist’s life into a microcosm of her subconscious, blending real objects and events with her inner emotions. Its world reflects modern life, work stress and negative emotions, presenting a place that feels both real and imagined. Through it, the game depicts her depression and confusion, and her attempt to break free of constraints, reclaim beautiful moments and heal.

Mazes and memories

You use Aperture’s abilities to progress through mazes in various forms and collect lost fragments of memory. The game also includes a mini-game and another voice. The journey is marked by failure, avoidance, confusion and oppression; whether to move forward, stay put or lose yourself in the maze is left to you.