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Solo Dev Tim Hertel Invites Players to Shape Mystery Horror Game A Story of Questions via Exclusive Prequel Playtest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Tim Hertel
Company: Under the Bridge Games
Press Kit: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/6/folders/1bZGPpvaMwuSK0O2jyhDdt3j9hCCDbSRJ

GERMANY - May 29, 2026 - German solo indie developer Tim Hertel, the creator behind Under the Bridge Games, is opening the doors to a unique, playable slice of his upcoming psychological mystery horror game, A Story of Questions. The official Steam playtest is set to launch on June 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM CET and will run for exactly two weeks.

Instead of dropping players into a random, disconnected section of the Game, Tim has crafted a standalone prequel short story specifically for this playtest. Built entirely within the game's atmospheric framework, the prequel gives players a self-contained narrative experience that features multiple endings based on the choices they make.

"I wanted to give people a meaningful introduction to the world of A Story of Questions rather than just a boring bit of unfinished gameplay," says Tim Hertel. "As a solo developer, community feedback means everything to me. I'm building this game to be an experience that leaves players thinking, and this playtest is a way for us to collaborate, find what breaks, and shape the final game together."

The primary focus of the two-week event is to test overall functionality and technical stability. Players will have direct access to simple feedback and bug report forms. For horror fans who can't make the two-week window, Tim plans to adapt this unique prequel story into a permanent public demo or host a second playtest closer to launch, ensuring no one misses out on the story.

Players can head to the official Steam page to instantly request access to the playtest.

Key Highlights of the Playtest:

  • A Standalone Prequel: A dedicated short story setting up the atmosphere and events of the main game.
  • Choice-Driven Narrative: Multiple distinct endings depending on how players navigate the Story.
  • Tailored Accessibility: Full access to the core mechanics, including custom interaction UI settings built for different playstyles.
  • Direct Dev Collaboration: Dedicated feedback loops allowing players to directly influence gameplay tweaks, balancing, and bug fixes.
About A Story of Questions
Developed in Unreal Engine 5, A Story of Questions is an atmospheric mystery horror game focused on psychological tension and the weight of player choice. It challenges players to explore deeply and choose carefully, as every decision you make has a ripple effect that can completely change the direction of the narrative.
About Under the Bridge Games
Founded by Tim Hertel, Under the Bridge Games is an independent solo game development studio based in Germany, dedicated to creating compact, memorable, and story-rich indie experiences.

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