Isometric narrative mystery adventure game Pera Coda announced for consoles, PC
An adventure about a man trapped between life and death.
Turkish developer Elyzio and subsidiary Falan have announced Pera Coda, an isometric narrative mystery adventure game set in a looping Istanbul. It will be available for unspecified consoles and PC via Steam. A release date was not announced.
“This is both a love letter to our city and a universal human story about guilt, regret, and the search for peace,” said art director Ahmet Kazanci in a press release. “[Pera Coda is] rooted in a surreal reimagining of Istanbul, real locations, rich with local nuance and emotional texture that are rarely seen in games. Istanbul becomes both a stage and a mirror, where East meets West, chaos meets calm, and each district reflects a piece of your fragmented self.”
Here is an overview of the game, via Elyzio:
About
Pera Coda is an isometric narrative mystery adventure set in the twisting streets of Istanbul’s historic Pera neighborhood. Blending the psychological depth of Disco Elysium, the exploration-driven mystery of Outer Wilds, and the looping puzzle mechanics of 12 Minutes, Pera Coda promises a haunting, emotionally charged journey through a surreal version of Istanbul, with visual and thematic undertones of neo-noir storytelling.
Pera Coda is not just a mystery, it’s an existential trial. Players assume the role of Deniz, an attorney trapped in a subconscious state between life and death, as he becomes the judge and defendant in the reckoning of his own soul. In gameplay, players interact with a deeply psychological story through impactful dialogue choices and layered environmental puzzles. As the game unfolds, they confront Deniz’s traumatic memories to uncover hidden truths, solving intricate mysteries as they explore an evolving world. Ideal for audiences seeking mature, narrative-rich storytelling, this unique experience is accessible, universal, and emotionally resonant for global players.
Key Features
- An Adventure About a Man Trapped Between Life and Death – Play as a man trapped in a purgatory-like loop, unable to live or die, forced to confront the memories, regrets, and relationships that shaped him. Each loop reflects Deniz’s psychological journey, with progress tied to emotional breakthroughs.
- Narrative Depth With Branching Dialogue and Puzzle Integration – Explore a psychological story filled with mysteries to uncover.
- Set in Istanbul, A City of Beauty in Chaos – A surreal rendering of one of the oldest cities in the world, featuring iconic real-world locations.
- Visually Striking and Surreal Art – From neon-drenched alleys to hauntingly familiar dreamscapes, every environment is crafted to evoke emotion, with an isometric lens designed to highlight environmental clues, symbolic elements, and visual storytelling.
- Accessible, Intuitive Point and Click Mechanics – Point-and-click interactions to immerse players without overwhelming them. Complex emotional storytelling is delivered through simple, intuitive controls— no combat, no grind, just exploration, dialogue, and choice.
Watch the announcement teaser trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.