Kindred

Kindred is a narrative RPG that transforms emotional resilience into personalized, playful digital journeys through AI-informed inner worlds.

Check out our Character Creation and Mind Dungeons GPT prototypes here!

(Note: Concept Art is AI-generated (but we do have a creative team working to bring those concepts to life!)

Mind Dungeons

Mind Dungeons in Kindred are created from negative thoughts in characters’ minds, such as "Overthinking" (labyrinthine mazes) and "Catastrophizing" (chaotic storms). 

Dungeons reflect emotional challenges through design (e.g., anger visualized as red), and thematic puzzles, immersing players in vivid, symbolic representations of mental health struggles.

Tribes

Kindred’s Tribes reflect neurodiverse traits through storytelling and mechanics rather than explicit, stereotypical labels. 

Inspired by lived-experience interviews, Tribes embody cognitive strengths, struggles, and adaptability. 

Players explore diverse perspectives, foster empathy and self-discovery, and learn about the courage it takes to continue surviving in the hopes of someday thriving.

Masks

Masks in Kindred represent therapeutic philosophies, granting unique strengths while requiring balance to avoid emotional overwhelm. 

Inspired by evidence-based methods, Masks introduce a wide range of therapeutic and wellness practices from many schools and cultures. 

Masks help players navigate emotions but aren’t therapy; rather, they expose players to various healing approaches, encouraging exploration in their own mental health journeys.