Design Statement
We interpreted the theme music as a journey into memory. Its gentle opening, growing intensity, and sudden ending reminded us of a dream that feels real until it slips away.

Letters from the Other Shore follows a girl who returns to the past in a dream after losing her grandfather. She tries to make up for small regrets and finish things they never completed together, before facing the reality of his absence.

The music’s changing intensity shaped the emotional progression: familiar childhood moments lead to a stronger desire to change the past, followed by a quiet return to reality. Its cicada-like sounds inspired the summer atmosphere. The winding sound in the middle section inspired us to include a music box, connecting memories and dreams. Its rabbit symbolizes entering a dream, echoing the White Rabbit leading Alice into Wonderland.

We chose hand-drawn 2D scenes, dialogue, and simple environmental puzzles to tell the story through everyday actions. Players participate in moments of care, while familiar objects connect scenes and carry memories. We hoped to create an intimate experience about love, loss, and learning to let go.

Game Instructions (launch steps, controls, and gameplay overview)
Open the game page and launch the browser version, then select START.

Controls:
- A / D: Move left and right.
- Left mouse button: Examine objects, collect items, interact with the environment, and advance dialogue.
- Click and drag when prompted.

Letters from the Other Shore is a short 2D narrative puzzle game. Explore each scene, observe clues, collect and use items, and solve environmental puzzles to progress. Follow the girl’s conversations and memories to discover the story of her relationship with her grandfather.

Gameplay walkthrough video
https://youtu.be/DyDh3EO_7To

Did your project use any AI tools or assets? If yes, please specify.
Yes. The opening and ending animated sequences were generated using AI. AI voice synthesis was used for the grandfather’s voice. We also used ChatGPT image generation to create or edit some props and transition illustrations for the second and third levels, as well as selected UI assets. Codex assisted with programming and debugging. ChatGPT assisted with English translation and editing, including the submission text.