We Become What We Behold

We Become What We Behold is a narrative-driven media simulator where players control the lens of a camera, capturing images that influence public perception and behavior. Each photo taken changes the course of the story, with social dynamics shifting dramatically based on your choices.

Manipulate Public Opinion with a Camera

The gameplay revolves around photographing scenes in a public square and witnessing the consequences as your images are broadcast. Every photo changes how the crowd behaves, pushing them toward fear, division, or conformity.

• Reaction Chain: One picture can spark a chain of reactions across the entire population.
• Focus and Timing: Capture specific interactions—such as anger, love, or confusion—to shift societal emotions.
• Character Stories: Track individual characters whose arcs change based on how they are portrayed.

Cause and Effect in Visual Storytelling

This game is a meditation on how media choices affect public behavior. It challenges players to consider what they choose to amplify and whether the ends justify the means. The feedback loop between your choices and crowd behavior is central to progression.

• Influence Dynamics: See how quickly emotions like fear or paranoia spread through a population.
• Balance vs. Sensationalism: Choose whether to show truth, distort reality, or provoke reactions for more dramatic results.
• Slow Escalation: Watch how the square becomes more chaotic as you highlight extreme events.

Hidden Layers Behind the Lens

While the interface is simple, the depth of We Become What We Behold lies in its themes and moral ambiguity. There’s no clear win condition, but each choice builds toward a final result shaped entirely by your actions.

• No Replay Alike: The outcomes vary based on what scenes you choose to emphasize or ignore.
• Symbolic Characters: Each individual represents a different reaction to societal change—from peace to panic.
• Subtle Messaging: The game subtly encourages players to question media bias and social manipulation.

We Become What We Behold transforms the player into both observer and catalyst. With a simple mechanic and deep consequences, it serves as a sharp commentary on society, media, and the choices we make when attention is currency.