BurtcherWay
This Could Be A Most Unusual Day
Current Projects
The Chalice of the Dread King
A faithful recreation of the lost 90s text adventure by Black Lizard Software. Coming 2025.
A faithful recreation of lost 90s text adventure The Chalice of the Dread King, the third and final game in the Dread King series from Black Lizard Software. Originally ported in a limited run, we're working with Black Lizard to bring this cult classic to a new generation of players in 2025.
PAINBALL
A tactical roguelike deckbuilder in the pleasingly familiar world of brutal bloodsport. Coming 2026.
Big hits, big egos, and big ethical questions plague a society in thrall to brutal bloodsport spectacle in this tactical roguelike deckbuilder. Manage your team of Painballers, build your deck, and fight to the death in a pleasingly familiar dystopian vision where entertainment is the only escape. Coming 2026.
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About Us
We offer bespoke creative & digital services for individual, charity and corporate clients who are looking to engage with the world in a different way.
We like challenges. We don't think challenges have to mean stress. We like to solve problems, be helpful, and have some fun.
Past projects include unique live experiences and events, combining adventure, games, technology and performances. We've worked with a broad range of talented people on everything from big festival productions to one-to-one encounters.
We also make creative purely digital experiences - games, puzzles and online stories - which are better for you than doomscrolling.
We especially love projects which combine the two.
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