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Astrologaster: Bridging History and Play Through the Stars is a story-driven comedy game developed by Nyamyam that transforms 400-year-old medical records into an interactive, "sitcom-style" narrative. Set in Shakespeare’s London, players take on the role of the infamous "Doctor" Simon Forman, a real-world occultist who used astrology to diagnose patients. Historical Context & The Casebooks Project
: Advice can lead to patients winning favour or ruining their lives; players can even use gossip from one patient to manipulate another. astrologaster-game-link
: Your ultimate objective is to win enough letters of recommendation from satisfied patients to secure a legitimate medical licence from the College of Physicians. Astrologaster: Bridging History and Play Through the Stars
: Players examine the sky and choose between three astrological interpretations based on real-world star charts to advise 14 recurring characters. : Your ultimate objective is to win enough
Critics from Rock Paper Shotgun and Eurogamer have praised the game for its expert mix of historical drama and Shakespearean comedy. It has been highlighted as a prime example of how video games can serve as a sophisticated art form that popularizes academic research. Platforms PC, Mac, iOS, Nintendo Switch Genre Comedy, Narrative Adventure, Historical Fiction Playtime Approximately 8–10 hours for completion
