Kenoma: Action Without Action

Kenoma: Action Without Action is a 2D side-scrolling graphic adventure about a wanderer travelling through a world split into two halves. One half knows death and the other does not. You must find and destroy the pillars of one side to ensure the continued survival of the other, and decide whether or not you want to die.

A divided world

You can switch between the two halves instantly, whenever and wherever you choose, as long as you do not appear inside the floor. A spectral image of the other half remains visible, and some problems require you to move back and forth between worlds. The monochromatic landscape includes trash dumps, ancient ruins, massive temples and private homes, populated by odd characters with meaningful symbology.

People and puzzles

You meet priests, sages, tradesmen, day-laborers and other strangers. Conversations can reveal information, and some of the people you encounter may prove vital to your task. To solve puzzles, use your wits and the things you find along the way. You can carry up to four items at a time, and anything you can pick up has a use.

Some sights lead to small interactive setpieces using a mouse or equivalent controls. You might knock bones around, smash padlocks, cut open glass or catch rats. These micro-games can reveal information or change the world.