Following Amo, a convenience store intern, working her first night shift at the Star Ring Convenience Store in a futuristic alternate universe. The daily routine soon devolves into an unending time loop, and Amo has to use her knowledge across the loops to try and figure out a way out. Explore the store and interact with the store's weird but unique customers, unravel the source of the time loops and deeper conspiracies in the world, and try your best to go home after your never-ending shift.

VR Experience on Quest 3

Oct 2024

Position: Programmer, Game Designer

ETC Building Virtual World 2 Weeks Project

Content

Detective-like problem solving

There are multiple ways to approach any given situation, in any given order. Use the "Logic Map" and the help of your companions to solve the mysteries.

Atmospheric environment

An immersive world with attention to detail at every corner. Try to discover the secrets behind the screens.

In-depth world building and narrative

Star Ring takes place in an atomized futuristic alternate universe, where both scientific and supernatural phenomena could occur. Investigate the urban legends and form connections with store regulars to get down to the bottom of everything.

Engaging characters

Interact with an eccentric cast of characters, each with their own inexplicable reason to be at a convenience store in 2050. Perhaps make some friends along the way as well.

2024 USC Time Capsule Mini Grant for games that have a special vision of the future society.