The Cherry Orchard

The Cherry Orchard is a linear visual novel, or kinetic novel, set in 1904, 43 years after the abolition of serfdom. Former serfs and their children are hardly better off than before the Great Emancipation, while aristocrats who inherited their wealth show no sign of giving up their privilege. The sale of a large estate forces an unusual, eccentric cast of characters to confront a society in which nothing has changed and everything has changed. The story takes about one hour.

A classic play adapted

The game is an original adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s play of the same name. It is presented in 3D, with stylized comic book-like characters and both cinematic and visual novel-style sequences. Its visuals use a vaporwave-inspired color palette and effects.

Voice and music

The game is fully voiced in English, with audio recorded in group sessions for a theater-like presentation. Its interface and subtitles are available in English and Russian. The soundtrack features vaporwave and synthwave music by Jordan Roherty.