An interactive game designed by Jimmy Maher featuring fiction storylines that engage the player.
The game is set in Elizabethan London and has a robust sense of place that immerses the player in the time period. However, the dialogue and universe in the game are sometimes more modern. Still, the game successfully captures the feel of the original RPG module, with numerous details researched by the creator.
Perhaps the most interesting aspect of the game is its use of losing endings. The game encourages players to go mad and try again, and again, and again, which deepens the protagonist's terror. This is similar to another popular IF game, Anchorhead, which also features multiple deaths, but the deaths in that game are typically the result of failure to solve puzzles. In The King of Shreds and Patches, the emphasis is on uncovering occult secrets while also surviving.
Players seldom die in the game without knowing what they're getting into or intentionally bringing about their demise. The game invites players to explore and discover the story's dark revelations while balancing their protagonist's survival. The game is well-crafted, and the numerous gameplay mechanics help make it accessible to a wide audience. Overall, The King of Shreds and Patches is an excellent IF game that tells a captivating story.