Design Statement
For 'Novalee From Tomorrow', I wanted to create a short, dreamy experience about curiosity, wonder, and the mysterious passage of time.

I interpreted the theme track as something beautiful, melancholic, and slightly mysterious. Rather than using it throughout the game, I chose to save it for the ending, where it accompanies a reflective poem about the universe, fleeting moments, and the uncertainty of what comes next.

My key design choice was simplicity. Players connect stars to create five constellations while listening to Novalee's thoughts and questions. Through gentle visuals, voice acting, and a peaceful atmosphere, I wanted to capture the feeling of being small in an impossibly vast universe.

Most importantly, I deliberately left the ending open to interpretation. Novalee sets out to find tomorrow, but whether she ever reaches it remains uncertain. Her final question, “Did tomorrow just come? Or am I stuck in yesterday?”, invites players to consider what tomorrow really means.

I wanted the experience to feel like a tiny, mysterious bedtime story that stays with you after it's over.

Game Instructions (launch steps, controls, and gameplay overview)
How to Play:
1. Download and extract the ZIP file.
2. Run the .exe file to launch the game.
3. Click Begin to start Novalee's journey!

Controls:
- Mouse: Navigate menus and connect stars to form constellations.
- Esc: Pause or resume the game.
- Settings: Adjust volume, subtitles, and fullscreen mode.

Gameplay:
'Novalee From Tomorrow' is a short, relaxing, story-driven experience. Connect five constellations, listen to Novalee's thoughts, and discover a mysterious little story about the stars and tomorrow.

Gameplay walkthrough video
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1luXewQh5a56OQutflZ_rkc3zi_8xa6Vi/view?usp=sharing

Did your project use any AI tools or assets? If yes, please specify.
ChatGPT was used to assist with coding structure.