Brokeline

Brokeline is a story-driven text game played through a messenger-style interface. You play as Ivan Savin, who rents a small flat in Tikhovsk, works for a living and tries to make his money last until payday. When an unknown number messages him to ask if he is Vanya, you choose how to reply and shape the conversations that follow.

Conversations and meetings

You chat with friends and new acquaintances, trading jokes, handling awkward pauses and getting to know each character. Conversations can lead to favours and plans to meet, taking interactions beyond the chat window. As the chats unfold, you receive character photos, including beach snapshots, cosy moments at home and selfies before heading out.

Ivan’s everyday life

Alongside chats and meetings, Ivan has to work, buy food and manage his daily expenses and plans. The game also includes sports betting with in-game currency, and background music accompanies the balance between work and conversations.