Core Concept

The Cheshire Cat has trapped players in a surreal, ever-shifting world inspired by Wonderland. To escape, players must solve riddles, navigate illusions, and outwit the Cheshire Cat in a series of mind-bending challenges. The game blends puzzle-solving, exploration, and narrative-driven gameplay with a focus on mystery and whimsy.

Gameplay Mechanics

1. Riddle Solving
   • The Cheshire Cat presents players with riddles and puzzles that must be solved to progress.
   • Riddles can range from wordplay and logic puzzles to environmental challenges.
   • Example: "I speak without a mouth and hear without ears. What am I?" (Answer: An echo.)
2. Illusion Navigation
   • The world of Wonderland is filled with optical illusions and shifting landscapes.
   • Players must manipulate the environment (e.g., rotating platforms, hidden pathways) to progress.
3. Stealth and Misdirection
   • The Cheshire Cat appears and disappears, taunting the player and creating distractions.
   • Players must use stealth and clever thinking to avoid traps and outsmart the Cat.
4. Choice-Based Narrative
   • Players make decisions that affect the story and their relationship with the Cheshire Cat.
   • Choices can lead to multiple endings, such as befriending the Cat, escaping Wonderland, or becoming trapped forever.
5. Collectibles and Lore
   • Players can collect fragments of the Cheshire Cat's backstory, revealing why it lured them into Wonderland.
   • Collectibles include disappearing grins, magical items, and cryptic notes.

Art and Design

1. Visual Style
   • A surreal, dreamlike aesthetic with vibrant colors and shifting landscapes.
   • The Cheshire Cat's grin and eyes appear in the environment, creating an eerie yet whimsical atmosphere.
2. Character Design
   • The Cheshire Cat is sleek, with a glowing, translucent body that fades in and out of view.
   • Other Wonderland characters (e.g., the Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts) make cameo appearances.
3. Environment
   • Levels are inspired by Wonderland's iconic locations, such as the Mad Hatter's tea party, the Queen's croquet ground, and the Tulgey Wood.
   • Environments dynamically change based on player actions, reflecting the Cheshire Cat's influence.

Storyline

The player is lured into Wonderland by the Cheshire Cat, who claims they are the "key" to solving a great mystery. As the player progresses, they uncover the Cat's true motives: it is trapped in a cycle of riddles and seeks a worthy opponent to break the curse. The player must decide whether to help the Cat, escape on their own, or take its place as the new guardian of Wonderland's secrets.

Target Audience

Fans of puzzle games, narrative-driven adventures, and "Alice in Wonderland". Players who enjoy surreal, thought-provoking experiences.

Monetization

Premium pricing model (one-time purchase). Optional DLC with additional riddles, levels, and storylines.