Embrace the World of
Sonder
Explore & embrace Sonder, a first person exploration game set within an asteroid in which time flows back and forth, harbouring a vibrant paradise and a communal civilisation doomed by an imminent flood.
Embrace The World
Uncover the otherworldly mysteries at the heart of Sonder, a young celestial body in which time flows back and forth.
Adapt to new and altered laws of nature and its hazardous biomes, each presenting unique challenges at traversing and surveying Sonder.
Unveil the dark past of the frozen Shiverstone Veil or Ascendance’s Vault at the core of Sonder. Apply out-of-the-box thinking to save a civilization on the brink.
Observe, Think, Embrace, Repeat.
Knowledge-Based Progression
Progression is driven by accumulating knowledge rather than by levelling skills, upgrades or similar systems. Your primary tool is your wisdom about Sonder and its laws of nature which you gain step by step throughout your playthrough. 
By solving puzzles and exploring the world you collect crucial pieces of information that help you unlock further areas or puzzles. Winning the game means reaching the Ascendance’s Vault located at the core of Sonder and flipping the switch to save the civilisation of Warmstein.
Immersion
All aspects of Sonder are designed to support our main design principle and core experience of our game: “Embrace The World”. The world is designed to draw the player into it. Sonder establishes a “truth in systems” with coherent worldbuilding and detailed cavern environments. Become acquainted with an entirely new fantasy realm. The game’s setting, characters and artifacts are all part of a larger narrative that you need to uncover step by step.
Exploration & Open World
Sonder is built around non-linear exploration. You are free to explore any part of the cavern at your own pace. The game encourages curiosity and rewards you for taking risks and investigating the environment a little beyond of what is deemed usual.
Time Ping Pong
The world of Sonder pings back and forth between two points in time. Time moves forward for 10 minutes, and then reverses, walking back those exact 10 minutes. Use this forward and backward time to your advantage and solve puzzles to find your way through the world.
The World of Sonder
You wake up inside an enormous cave system harbouring mysteries yet to be solved.
You’re inside an asteroid floating through the universe. The enormous cave system within is civilised by mushroom-like creatures. Each biome features unique aesthetics and mechanics. Sonder’s colourful, otherworldly environment and biomes are color coded by luminescent flora and fauna. Rising water levels and floods, make traversal through the caverns difficult.
Your cute community to fall for.
The Sonderlings species features funghi and amphibian body parts, allowing for great abstraction and character in the design process!
- Mix of Mushroom and amphibians (Frogs)
- Wear a wooden mask as their face
- Tail for maneuvering in water
- Adopted a water-focused lifestyle
- Very gentle and peaceful creatures
Gallery
Peak inside our production images! :D
The Settlement is on of our protoype environments.
3D Render of Granny Glumoria
A 3D Concept of Sonderling's Housings! It features lots of green and funky murals :D
Concept Art of Granny Glumoria.
Concept Art of Face Masks for the Sonderlings.
Concept Art of Face Masks for the Sonderlings.
Concept Art Housing of Sonderlings.
Concept Art Housing of Sonderlings.
Concept Art Housing of Sonderlings.
Level Concept of Granny Glumoria's settlement.
Rotula's Glowing Staff.
3D Concepts of Sonderlings.
Concept of the twins. Young and old twins.
Concept of Flora in Sonder.
Concept of Flora in Sonder showcasing the Propeller Flowers.
Concept of Flora in Sonder showcasing the Lily Pads.
That's us!
Hi, I’m Mathias!!! I’m deeply passionate about games as an art form, both visually and narratively. As a technical artist and graphics programmer, I specialize in creating shaders, VFX, and procedural systems to hopefully breathe life into the worlds I work on. I’m also driven by the potential of games to evoke emotions and tell meaningful stories that really resonate with people. For me, games are a powerful medium for self expression.
Game Designer overflowing with ideas and the desire to make them reality. I am fascinated by this medium and enjoy being part of it on both ends of the spectrum, from dev to player. In my free time I enjoy organising small scale events with friends and being a small-time cinephile. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oezenc-dinler/
World building is my great passion. I think the story of a character is often told best through the world they live in. My focus on 3D design, film and post-production allows me to contribute to the creation of immersive and coherent worlds. However, due to my initial background in graphic design, I still like to dedicate some of my time to motion graphics, UI design and photography.
Passionate 3D and Environment Artist, currently studying to become a Master of the Arts. I love telling stories through my models and environments by paying attention to my creations' small details. Next to living inside Blender, I also enjoy spending time on all sorts of handicrafts and creative stuff. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/silberbunt
Developer with a Focus on Game and App Programming. I love envisioning (video-) games and bringing those visions to life. Outside of being absorbed into games, I channel my creativity into writing fiction and poetry. I also have experience in leading teams and being just overall supportive! :D LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rui-kremsmayr/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lakevin – 3D Generalist, Motion Graphics, Live and Film Production, VFX and Post-Production Multimedia, 3D Computer graphics & Animation, IT & Media Technologies – Keywords that perfectly match my skills, qualification, and interests.
3D Artist with a background in traditional art, bringing three years of experience in digital modelling. I love giving life to characters through animation and crafting detailed, immersive worlds inspired by my fascination with space, sci-fi, and cyberpunk. My creations often carry subtle, personal details, adding a unique touch from my own life and interests. Currently, I am focused on visual storytelling and creating compelling, visually rich content for games. https://www.linkedin.com/in/anja-lopatnova/
I enjoy designing environments and bringing ideas to life through the creation of 3D assets. For me, the environment is a major factor in how much I can get lost in a fictional world, whether it's a game or a film. VFX and post-production work is also something I like, as it allows me to put the finishing touches on projects. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SelinaMensah
Hi, I'm Conny! I love being creative in 3D, experimenting with new ideas, and pushing myself to grow. Whether it's sculpting, modeling, texturing, or 2D designs – I enjoy diving into the details and losing myself in exciting projects. Besides gaming and reading, I find my greatest inspiration in nature. I'm motivated, curious, and always ready for an adventure – whether in the virtual world or in real life.
Listening to music moves me and I want to create music that moves people in the same way. Either for different projects as background music or my latest project, producing a Game Audio that conveys a sense of curiosity and a feeling of exploring. For future projects, I want to focus more on creating standalone musical pieces as an independent artist. When I’m not thinking about or listening to music, I love to do different kinds of creative work as in Data Visualization and Web Design. https://linktr.ee/SimonSaurer
I’m passionate about working on projects that combine art and technology. My focus lies in creative activities such as painting, 2D and 3D design, animations, UI/UX design, and video editing. In addition, I’m interested in the technical side of creation and enjoy programming software and video games.
Let's talk!
Özenc Dinler
Game & Level Design, Programming
E-Mail: oezenc.dinler@gmx.at
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oezenc-dinler/
Kevin La
Sound Designer, Public Relations
Discord: gehwien
Instagram: @_gehwien
E-Mail: la.kevin@hotmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-la-3d/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lakevin