Pixel Purgatory

In a world where digital data is both currency and livelihood, players take on the role of Zeke, a rogue data journalist trapped in a chaotic digital realm known as Pixel Purgatory. Here, various image formats come to life, each with their own personalities and agendas. The game involves navigating treacherous networks, interacting with quirky characters like JPEG, PNG, and the elusive WebP, battling against corrupted sectors to retrieve vital information on the upcoming JPEG XL standard. As Zeke uncovers the secrets behind the format wars, players face choices that affect the digital world’s future and their own fate. Players engage in dialogue puzzles, build alliances, and unravel mysteries that could change the nature of image compression forever.