Project Introduction

Closer the Distance is a profoundly moving, slice-of-life sim that tells a story about the connections between family and friends in the face of tragedy. Following a fatal car accident, players take on the role of Angela, a young girl from the town of Yesterby, who finds herself watching over her loved ones as they navigate the grieving process. Using her ethereal ability to influence the townspeople she once knew, Angela’s choices will ultimately determine the fate of Yesterby.

Closer the Distance combines several key gameplay features for an immersive playthrough. The game's compelling narrative is emotionally charged and highlights themes of empathy, community, friendship, grief, and closure. Choices-matter gameplay allows players to make decisions that affect the outcome of the story, making each playthrough unique.

CW: Closer the Distance deals with themes of death, illness, and grief

About Developer

The team working on Closer the Distance consists of 13 people, all of whom are passionate about creating story-centric games addressing socially relevant and meaningful topics.
Most of our team is based in Hamburg, Germany, and is very closely connected to the local indie games scene; regularly taking part in meetups and programs and exchanging experiences with other studios.