Game Description
WHISPERS IN THE MOSS is a complete retro JRPG experience that evokes the nostalgic charm of classic 8-bit and 16-bit console games.
Embark on an epic journey with three young heroes from a quiet fishing village, who find themselves thrust into a world dominated by an empire seeking absolute power and an exiled prince determined to restore balance. As they travel the world, our party uncovers an even more sinister secret: demons from the underworld are awakening…
- An Epic Story: Prepare for emotional plot twists, lighthearted humor, and vibrant characters.
- Classic Turn-Based Battles: Inspired by the early Final Fantasy games, strategically exploit your enemies’ weaknesses using physical attacks, black and white magic, items, and special skills. Witness your characters’ growth and customize their abilities.
- A Highly Unique Visual Style: The game boasts beautiful and ambitious textmode (ANSI/ASCII-style) graphics, offering an unparalleled retro atmosphere. This innovative use of text-based graphics on such a scale and level of ambition is a first in gaming. What’s more, “Whispers in the Moss” is coded entirely in QB64, a modern take on the legendary QuickBASIC programming language, completing the genuine retro experience.
- Original Custom Soundtrack: Immerse yourself in the game’s world with sound effects and a full original soundtrack featuring over 50 unique tracks, composed by the game’s developer, Tapio of Uncultured Games. Drawing inspiration from JRPG music legends like Nobuo Uematsu, Yoko Shimomura, Yasunori Mitsuda, and Michiru Oshima, the music brings the world of the game to life.
- Abundance of Optional Content: In addition to the main story, explore a vast array of side quests, monster hunts, fishing and other mini-games, and other hidden secrets. Can you locate and conquer all 170+ unique monsters and complete the bestiary?
- Retro Gaming for Modern Systems: “Whispers in the Moss” launched on May 31, 2024, and it is available on Steam and other platforms.
System Requirements
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Any
- Memory: 256 MB RAM
- Graphics: Any
- DirectX: Version 5.2
- Storage: 300 MB available space
- Sound Card: Default
Installation Instructions
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to Whispers in the Moss.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
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