The Chinese-style supernatural mystery puzzle game *Butterfly* has officially launched on Steam's New Releases section, and a demo is now available for all players to try.
商店页：https://store.steampowered.com/app/3870140/_/
Created by the Shanghai-based independent studio "Baobaoding STUDIO," this game features full Shanghainese voice acting, a story adapted from a supernatural tale set in the Republic of China era, and exquisite hand-drawn pixel art. It will transport players back to the mist-shrouded Shanghai of the early 20th century for a fantastical adventure.
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A suspenseful stage inspired by the real world
The central setting of *Catching Butterflies*, "Luchang Lane," was inspired by Shanghai's Longchang Apartment.
While passing by by chance, they were deeply captivated by its labyrinthine corridor layout and the sense of history it exuded, and felt a strong creative impulse inspired by the “infinite vitality of life emerging from a limited space.”
As a result, the game’s settings and storyline draw inspiration from the apartment’s real-life environment and the strange legends passed down among its residents.
The game features exquisite hand-drawn pixel art that captures the unique street life and historical charm of old Shanghai, blending these elements with the underlying sense of decay and darkness to create an immersive period atmosphere.
Players will follow the protagonist, Lü Ping, as she encounters humans, ghosts, and spirits within this forgotten courtyard, experiencing the scars and lingering attachments it holds.
A key feature of this game is its Shanghainese voice acting, performed entirely by local Shanghai voice actors, which reflects the Chinese gaming industry’s commitment to showcasing Shanghai’s regional culture.
The dialects featured in the game lend the story a sense of authenticity and immersion, while the murmurs of Shanghainese, with their rising and falling intonations, paint a vivid picture of the joys and sorrows of Shanghai’s past.
The Shanghainese voiceover in *The Butterfly* is deeply integrated into the narrative, with some clues cleverly hidden in the details of the dialogue.
Players who aren't familiar with Shanghainese needn't worry—the game includes subtitles to ensure that everyone can enjoy the story seamlessly.
The game centers on Lü Ping, an orphan who returns to her childhood home to uncover the mystery of her origins. Set in Shanghai during the Republican era of the last century, the story provides a rich backdrop for the suspenseful narrative.
This work is not a traditional horror film, but rather a "Chinese-style supernatural tale" that focuses on psychological suspense and human emotion.
The intertwining of everyday "supernatural phenomena" and the joys and sorrows of ordinary people's lives in a time of great upheaval allows players to feel a deeper emotional connection to the story as they solve puzzles.
Returning to this enthusiastic developer couple, they have been working on the game in their spare time for over a year. However, rather than developing in isolation, they have actively shared development logs and updates on platforms like Bilibili and Xiaohongshu, maintaining close and authentic communication with players.
In their comments section, you can often see developers interacting with players and responding individually to their encouragement.
In their comments section, developers and players often engage in lively discussions about game details, and the developers respond to every piece of feedback and suggestion from players.
This open and transparent approach has earned them significant attention and support from players even before the game’s official release.
“Baobaoding STUDIO” highly values every opportunity to engage with our players. We actively seek feedback through closed beta tests and community discussions, incorporating players’ valuable suggestions into the game’s debugging and optimization.
It is precisely this pure passion and respect for players that have infused *Butterfly* with a unique soul and warmth.
The demo for *Butterfly’s Kiss* is now available for download during the Steam New Releases Sale. For players who enjoy mystery puzzles, Chinese-style horror, and a unique cultural atmosphere, this is undoubtedly a game worth trying—uncover for yourself the eerie secrets hidden in the narrow alleys of the past.
商店页：https://store.steampowered.com/app/3870140/_/
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