what is malum opus?
A Gothic Story Game!
About Malum Opus
Game Genre: visual novel, simulator, puzzle
Story Genre: mystery, comedy, psychological horror
Rating: 13+
Within the storm-lashed halls of Wraithlight Tower, the art of alchemy is not merely studied—it is lived, breathed, and, perhaps, feared. As a newly inducted apprentice, you arrive eager to learn under a master of the craft, only to find the tower shrouded in mystery. The alchemist is absent, a fellow student has vanished, and the very walls seem to whisper secrets best left unheard.
This gothic visual novel blends mystery, simulation, and puzzle-solving as you decipher cryptic texts, experiment with alchemical formulas, and navigate the fragile trust of your fellow apprentices. Your choices will shape both the story and the person you become, leading to consequences that might prove too much to bear.
As the storm outside rages, you must decide: will you master the forces at play, or will they master you?
Welcome to the Wraithlight Tower!
We Hope You Enjoy Your Stay…
Your new home
WraithLight Tower
Wraitlight Tower is a place with a dark history. Formerly a lighthouse, it is now a work station of an infamous alchemist that has just accepted you as his new apprentice. The tower’s mysteries are yours to uncover.
Meet your Classmates
Remember to leave a good first impression…
There are three other students who are going to
accompany you throughout your stay at the Wraitlight Tower.
As a player, you get to choose what kind of relationship to pursue with the characters. Beware that your choices will affect everyone’s fates.
a free spirit
Caroline Donovan
Specialization: metallurgy, glass work
Motivation: ensure everyone’s safety
Donovan siblings have been studying under the alchemist since young age, long before your arrival. The older sibling, Caroline, is a metallurgist and a glass worker who takes care of the lab equipment. She acts as a guide to the player, showing them around.
a studious pupil
Cain Donovan
Specialization: toxicology, manuscripts
Motivation: ???
Cain is the younger Donovan sibling. He’s a toxicologist and a scholar studying ancient texts. Cain acts as the player’s mentor in the time of the teacher’s absence.
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Story Gameplay
Our team has developed two prototypes that showcase different aspects of your game. Right now you’re going to see the first one of them – it provides an example of how a story sequence looks in-game.
And Don’t forget to do Your Homework!
Besides the story, there are also the experiments and ancient texts for you to discover. Here’s for the demonstration…
Screenshots
Get captivated by a stunning collection of images showcasing various subjects in our meticulously curated gallery.


