Independent narrative puzzle games focused on exploration, systems and understanding
We design immersive worlds where understanding replaces instructions.
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The FormIO Program is currently in development and already followed by a growing community.
Deep Vector Studio – Independent Narrative & System-Driven Games
Deep Vector Studio is an independent narrative game studio creating immersive narrative puzzle games focused on exploration, system comprehension and player-driven discovery.
Our projects explore psychological science-fiction themes through highly interactive environments, where progression is achieved by understanding how the world works rather than following explicit instructions.
An independent narrative game studio focused on exploration and understanding
Deep Vector Studio designs games as spaces to be explored, observed and decoded.
We believe that curiosity, experimentation and comprehension are powerful tools for storytelling.
Our experiences avoid traditional interfaces and explicit guidance, favoring environmental storytelling, systemic interactions and diegetic mechanics. Each element exists for a reason and can be understood through careful observation.
Psychological science-fiction experiences
Deep Vector Studio projects explore themes such as isolation, perception, control and the fragility of reality.
Our worlds are grounded in believable, functional environments that slowly reveal inconsistencies and anomalies. The narrative unfolds indirectly, encouraging players to question what they see, hear and experience.
Narrative puzzle games driven by systems
Our games belong to a niche of narrative puzzle and exploration experiences often described as “system-driven” or “metroidbrainia”.
Players progress by learning how interconnected systems operate, uncovering hidden rules and reinterpreting their environment over time. Knowledge becomes the main resource, replacing skills, reflexes or linear objectives.
Current project: The FormIO Program
The FormIO Program is a first-person narrative puzzle game set in an isolated research outpost on Io, one of Jupiter’s moons.
Players take part in a mysterious program involving simulated electronic systems, signal analysis, routine-based progression and cryptic environmental storytelling. The experience focuses on understanding interconnected mechanics and uncovering the true nature of the system.
An independent studio based in Lyon, France
Deep Vector Studio is an independent game development studio based in Lyon, France.
The studio focuses on handcrafted experiences with strong artistic identity, developed using Unreal Engine.
Our goal is to create games that leave a lasting impression by challenging the player’s perception and encouraging thoughtful exploration.
Gameplay built around concrete systems
• Simulated electronic devices and software
• Signal analysis and system routing
• Time-based routines and constraints
• Diegetic interfaces without traditional HUD
• Environmental storytelling through interaction
Contact
Independent game studio – Narrative puzzle games – System-driven exploration games – Psychological science-fiction experiences – Unreal Engine development