Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 3317890 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 0 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | Free to play |
| Free to play | Yes |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | — |
| Current price USD | Free |
| Release date | Nov 16, 2024 |
| Developer | Pete Jiadong Qiang |
| Publisher | FSCHOOL, With in/out Linhai |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | Not available |
| Positive review percent | Not available |
| Positive reviews | 0 |
| Negative reviews | 0 |
| Total reviews | 0 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | Not available |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | Yes |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/3317890/ |
Short description
Project Search is a visual novel of Chinese immortality cultivation. Scholar Qian Jiangmin investigates collapsed pagodas in Linhai's old town while searching for his missing brother. With the help of Daoist cultivators, he explores grotto-heavens and uncovers the truth behind his double vision.
About this game
Project Search is an atmospheric visual novel inspired by Chinese science fiction and Daoist cultivation of immortality. Set in the spectral landscapes of Linhai, Chongqing, and Dunhuang, the game invites players to explore parallel dimensions, ancient grotto-heavens, and transcendental urban spaces. Character and Plot The protagonist, Qian Jiangmin, is a young scholar recovering from illness searching for his brother. His journey gradually reveals hidden grotto-heavens and mysteries about his double vision, propelling him toward self-discovery and transcendence. You will take on the role of Qian Jiangmin with his HMD (head-mounted display) and drone, a young researcher on a quest to find his brother. Guided by scholars and Daoist cultivators, you will explore the mysterious underground realms hidden within Linhai's old town. How to Play Navigate using WASD and arrow keys , with Shift to speed up and Enter to access a bird's-eye view of the level. Use the Spacebar to switch levels, and press and hold i to inspect specific NPCs and locations. Press R to restart the level. Throughout your journey, approach and interact with dodecahedron objects and hidden features, activated by mouse hovering or clicking, to dive deeper into the lore. Non-linear Exploration Designed to be non-linear with no compulsory objectives, Project Search emphasises exploration and discovery. You can switch to 14 levels anytime. Players are encouraged to wander, uncover hidden artefacts, and piece together the city's incompleteness, imperfection, and picturesqueness. There are no fixed goals—just the thrill of curiosity and adventure. Sandstorm Dunhuang Project Search transports players to Dunhuang's ordinary yet metaphysical streets, a significant religious city with ancient cultural heritage in China's far northwest. You will experience the rhythms of everyday life while uncovering deeper spiritual and historical layers. Foggy Chongqing Another scene in the game is set in Chongqing, capturing the constant rain, mist, and post-industrial feel of the district adjacent to the Sichuan Fine Arts Institute. This environment adds a hauntingly surreal atmosphere, blending art with the…
Supported languages
English * , Traditional Chinese * * languages with full audio support