Silent Thorn

Silent Thorn is a 2D narrative-driven pixel art game that reconstructs the fall of a dynasty through a reverse chronology structure. Across multiple chapters, players explore a kingdom in turmoil through shifting perspectives—those of the Bounty Hunter, the King, and the Queen—gradually piecing together the true causes behind its collapse.

While key decisions during the journey influence emotional tone and lead to slightly different endings, the core narrative progression remains largely linear, preserving the intended tragic arc.

The game's visual style adopts a fairy-tale-inspired pixel aesthetic that feels nostalgic, objective, and comforting. Rather than emphasizing darkness or sorrow, the art direction maintains a gentle clarity that allows players to experience the weight of history without emotional overload.

Storytelling is primarily dialogue-driven, enhanced by environmental elements such as scattered relics, weathered inscriptions, and overheard rumors among NPCs. These layers of environmental narrative deepen the sense of history, creating an immersive atmosphere where each ruined path and lost artifact tells part of the larger story.

At its heart, Silent Thorn is a story of misunderstanding, missed chances, and quiet acts of loyalty, set against the backdrop of a crumbling kingdom that could not save itself.