You may be human, but you’ve always believed that you're monstrous.  

You wrap your hands in bandages to hide a deadly secret: a brush of your fingers twists the minds of any human you touch. You long to be free of your curse, but how far will you go to cure yourself? 

There are three backstories you can choose:

[b]The Unnamed[/b]
You were raised as an oracle in a remote temple. The priests claimed your touch bestowed enlightenment, but a visiting mage revealed your curse for what it is. Following the mage's word, you fled in search of the Senobium.  

You regularly experience unnatural premonitions that rattle your body and soul. An innate sixth sense gives you a heightened awareness of hidden supernatural presences around you.

[b]The Hound[/b]
You were raised by society’s outcasts, criminals who accepted you when nobody else would. Your partner in crime, a friend since childhood, helped you steal enough money for a cure—then betrayed you. They left you with only enough coin to travel to the Senobium, your last hope.

You have sharply honed social intuition. You can survive and even thrive in the violent underbelly of any city, using your experience with the underworld to get ahead.

[b]The Alchemist[/b]
An exiled Senobium mage took you in as a child, raising you as her apprentice. She seemed to take pity on your curse, but you discovered that she was cultivating you as a test subject. You fled to the Senobium, seeking a cure.  

You are an experienced spellcaster with encyclopedic knowledge of alchemy, spellcraft, and history. With a little observation, you can identify the subtle effects of magic.

[From [url=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/touchstarved/touchstarved?ref=f3kxoe]Kickstarter[/url]]

Magician, Childhood Friend, Priest, Criminal, Alchemist, Apprentice, Gender Choice

Protagonist

“You look lost, little sparrow.”

Cloaked in the scent of smoke and blood, Ais is infamous in Eridia for being a violent, unpredictable outsider. His intimidating demeanor and easy confidence suggests he was once a seasoned leader, but now he’s alone—unless you count the ancient, eldritch being he formed a pact with.

With his borrowed, unnerving abilities, Ais seems capable of curing you…but a sick sense of dread surrounds him. He’s beginning to suspect that he may not be as in control of his powers as he thought. Can you save each other, or will he drag you down into the abyss with him?

[From [url=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/touchstarved/touchstarved?ref=f3kxoe]Kickstarter[/url]]

Black, White, Shoulder-length, Multicolored, V Bangs, Spiky

Pale, Young-adult, Muscular, Tattoo, Scar, Horns, Pointed Ears, Male Cleavage

Trousers, Earrings, Necklace, Wristband, Boots, Belt, Ring, Pendant Necklace, Armband, Bracelet, Thigh Band, Kimono Jacket, Studs

“I rarely come across so fascinating a patient.”

Everyone knows Kuras as the doctor who will heal without charge—a rare kindness. But his professional facade hides many secrets, including his true nature. Kuras is an angel who’s lived among mortals for centuries. Despite his exalted origins, he chooses to remain in Eridia, compelled by guilt.

Kuras’s search for atonement drives him to extremes—until your arrival. He could find a cure for you, but his shadowy past also puts you in mortal danger. Can you redeem him, or are you the final entry in a long list of tragedies?

[From [url=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/touchstarved/touchstarved?ref=f3kxoe]Kickstarter[/url]]

Black, Brown, Waist Length+, Wavy, Parted to Side, Gradient Colored Hair

Slim, Young-adult, Dark, Younger Appearance

Trousers, Jacket, Bracer, Belt, Ring, Turtleneck Shirt, Decorative Belt, Large Hoop Earrings

Kuras

“I can keep you safe as long as you trust me.”

Intent on using his magic for the good of Eridia, Leander founded the Bloodhounds to help those in need. Charming and outgoing, he believes in working hard and partying harder—even if that means occasionally overindulging on both.

Leander’s magic can’t cure you, but the sense of normalcy he offers is a luxury you’ve never experienced. He’s determined to save you and asks for nothing in return, but could he be too good to be true?

[From [url=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/touchstarved/touchstarved?ref=f3kxoe]Kickstarter[/url]]

Brown, Curtained, Short, Straight, Parted to Side

Trousers, Coat, Shirt, Gloves, Belt, Pendant Earrings, Decorative Belt

Leander

“If you come any closer, you'll get hurt.”

Mhin is a relative newcomer to Eridia, working as a freelance Soulless Hunter. Sullen and short-tempered, they keep everyone at arm’s length to conceal a horrible secret: a violent Monster hides within their delicate frame. They see themselves as a threat to everyone around them—and they might be right.

Like you, Mhin has come to Eridia in hopes of finding a cure, but they’ve hit a dead end. If you work together, you might be able to find answers, but can you trust someone just as desperate for salvation as you?

[From [url=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/touchstarved/touchstarved?ref=f3kxoe]Kickstarter[/url]]

White, Ponytail, Shoulder-length, Sidehair

Slim, Pale, Young-adult, Mole, Androgynous, Short

Trousers, Shirt, Wristband, Cloak, Thigh-high Boots, Belt, Puffy Sleeves, Gorget

Mhin

“Careful, the cornered beast bites the hardest.”

Centuries ago, the Senobium bound a wicked beast with a magic collar, sealing his powers and forcing his obedience. Known for his sharp tongue and biting wit, Vere has long done the Senobium’s dirty work with a sly smile, but he’s grown restless.

When your paths cross, Vere makes it clear that he’s powerful—and curious—enough to vanquish your curse...if you help him escape. But there’s no telling what a beast as cunning and ruthless as Vere will do once unleashed. Can he be trusted, or does he simply enjoy playing with his food?

[From [url=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/touchstarved/touchstarved?ref=f3kxoe]Kickstarter[/url]]

Black, Red, Long, Gradient Colored Hair, Half Updo

Trousers, Shirt, Bracer, Gloves, Thigh-high Boots, Collar, Chain Jewellery, Fingerless Gloves

Young-adult, Muscular, Olive, Kemonomimi, Younger Appearance, Furry Tail, Male Cleavage

Vere

You were born cursed, with hands that twist the mind of any human you touch. 
Desperation leads you to the shadowy city of Eridia, where your fate intertwines with 5 monstrous strangers. Each can offer you salvation…or damnation. 

How far will you go to cure yourself?

[From [url=https://redspringstudio.itch.io/touchstarved]Itch.io[/url]]

TOUCHSTARVED

Red Spring Studio

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You were born cursed, with hands that twist the mind of any human you touch. Desperation leads you to the shadowy city of Eridia, where your fate intertwines with 5 monstrous strangers. Each can offer you salvation…or damnation. How far will you go to cure yourself? Choose your main character’s pronouns and origin story, and guide them through a thrilling journey with branching storylines, character based routes, and multiple endings. Your choices determine whether the story ends with gothic romance or blood-curdling horror. Will you lose your humanity in search for a cure, or will you find a way to save yourself and those you love?<img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2185510/extras/ec6d64bc496fa4beedd12f33cb89da62.avif?t=1778200226" width=630 height=464 />FEATURES✦ Customizable charactersChoose your Main Character’s name and pronouns (She, He, or They), and select from one of three unique backstories.✦ Choose from 3 unique origins: The Exile, The Unnamed, or The Alchemist Your origin affects your abilities and interactions with other characters. Each origin reveals hidden secrets and choices.<img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2185510/extras/47206e3b6c7138b9be6ed89106628d61.avif?t=1778200226" data-big-src=https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2185510/extras_big/47206e3b6c7138b9be6ed89106628d61.webp?t=1778200226 width=1560 height=1140 />✦ TOUCHSTARVED is designed to be played multiple timesReplay the game to experience as much of the story and learn as much about the characters as possible.  Your choices determine whether the story ends with gothic romance or blood-curdling horror.✦ TOUCHSTARVED features 5 interconnected routes with 16+ hours of gameplayEach route features a rich branching storyline rife with unique threats and horrors reflective of the character’s themes.✦ With multiple endings for each route, TOUCHSTARVED contains 15+ possible endingsIn a world steeped in horror, your decisions determine whether you can save yourself and the one you love. Not every ending has a happily-ever-after. You’ll have to choose carefully or you and your Love Interest may meet a gruesome end.

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TOUCHSTARVED is a dark romance visual novel where your choices determine whether the story ends with gothic romance or blood-curdling horror. Explore an enigmatic city and find a cure for your curse by entrusting your fate to 5 love interests, each uniquely monstrous in their own way.

Date	Age	Title
2023-03-21	♥	TOUCHSTARVED - Demo
2025-04-25	♥	TOUCHSTARVED - Demo 2.0
TBA	♥	TOUCHSTARVED

Status:	In development
Developer:	Red Spring Studio
Game Engine:	Unity

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Ais

Kuras

Leander

Mhin

Vere

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