Swigian

## Description

_Swigian_ is a text adventure game, created for the 2017 edition of the
IFComp. It is highly minimalist and terse in its descriptions; the room
descriptions consist of just a few words, and examining any items usually
results in nothing more than “That is what it is”. The player takes control of
an enigmatic protagonist, undescribed beyond “You look like me,” and initially
of unclear identity. Throughout the game the protagonist confronts and flees
undisclosed enemies, travels from place to place by fulfilling rituals, and
solves simple puzzles. Allusions to the Old English epic poem _Beowulf_ become
apparent as the player progresses.

Swigian