One Chance

About a Chance.

One Chance is a Flash narrative-driven game developed by Dean Moynihan and published in December 2010 by Awkward Silence Games. It centers around Dr John Pilgrim a scientist who accidentally creates a pathogen intended to cure cancer but instead threatens to destroy all life on Earth within six days. Players have to navigate through these last days making critical decisions that will determine how Pilgrim spends his remaining time and the final fate of humanity.

Gameplay is simple yet powerful relying on basic controls to interact with The environment and to make decisions that affect The storyline. This is notable for its permadeath mechanic which can be played only once per browser session emphasizing The weight and permanence of each decision and its. Despite the lack of replay and alterability This design choice forces players to carefully consider their actions adding a profound sense of urgency and realism.

a Chance has been praised for its emotional depth and thought provoking storyline. It has been highlighted for its ability to provoke strong emotional responses and for its innovative use of The permadeath mechanic. It stands out as an poignant and memorable experience in the indie game community encouraging players to reflect on the consequences of their actions both within the game community and beyond.