A.V.

A.V. is an open-world adventure about a sentient music program exploring a computer system to learn about itself and its world. Since the program can only understand sound, you interact with the environment by generating sounds, each of which appears as a pulse of light.

Explore the system

You choose your route through large, open levels. Seven puzzle instruments and tools let you interact with the environment in different ways and open access to new areas. You can also assemble musical tracks into a master tune.

The computer you inhabit sends antivirus programs to stop your growing self-awareness. Making too much noise draws their attention, so you must avoid being seen well enough to escape. Eight types of antivirus drones pursue you, and the techniques you choose determine which of the multiple endings you reach.

Sound and light

The world follows a rhythm, with electronic music and colorful, pulsing lights. Sounds appear as light pulses, making sound your main means of navigating and interacting with the system.