Trapped in a Loop of Guilt, Memory, and Istanbul — Meet Pera Coda, a Narrative Mystery Inspired by Disco Elysium

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A Surreal Narrative Mystery Adventure Inspired by Disco Elysium and Iconic Architecture of Istanbul

Inspired by the architecture and emotional rhythms of Istanbul, Pera Coda blurs memory, place, and time in a story-rich mystery adventure.
ISTANBUL, Türkiye, June 24, 2025— Turkish game studio, Elyzio, just unveiled Pera Coda, an isometric narrative mystery adventure set in the twisting streets of Istanbul’s historic Pera neighborhood. Blending the psychological depth of Disco Elysium, the exploration-driven mystery of Outer Wilds, and the looping puzzle mechanics of 12 Minutes, Pera Coda promises a haunting, emotionally charged journey through a surreal version of Istanbul, with visual and thematic undertones of neo-noir storytelling. The reveal trailer confirms the title is coming to Steam.



PERA CODA is not just a mystery, it’s an existential trial. Players assume the role of Deniz, an attorney trapped in a subconscious state between life and death, as he becomes the judge and defendant in the reckoning of his own soul. In gameplay, players interact with a deeply psychological story through impactful dialogue choices and layered environmental puzzles. As the game unfolds, they confront Deniz’s traumatic memories to uncover hidden truths, solving intricate mysteries as they explore an evolving world. Ideal for audiences seeking mature, narrative-rich storytelling, this unique experience is accessible, universal, and emotionally resonant for global players.

“This is both a love letter to our city and a universal human story about guilt, regret, and the search for peace,” said Ahmet Kazanci, Pera Coda’s Art Director. He explained the game is “rooted in a surreal reimagining of Istanbul, real locations, rich with local nuance and emotional texture that are rarely seen in games. Istanbul becomes both a stage and a mirror, where East meets West, chaos meets calm, and each district reflects a piece of your fragmented self.”

FEATURES

An Adventure About a Man Trapped Between Life and Death | Play as a man trapped in a purgatory-like loop, unable to live or die, forced to confront the memories, regrets, and relationships that shaped him. Each loop reflects Deniz’s psychological journey, with progress tied to emotional breakthroughs.
Narrative depth with branching dialogue & puzzle integration | Explore a psychological story filled with mysteries to uncover.
Set in Istanbul, a city of beauty in chaos | A surreal rendering of one of the oldest cities in the world, featuring iconic real-world locations.
Visually striking & surreal art | From neon-drenched alleys to hauntingly familiar dreamscapes, every environment is crafted to evoke emotion, with an isometric lens designed to highlight environmental clues, symbolic elements, and visual storytelling.
Accessible, intuitive point & click mechanics | Point-and-click interactions to immerse players without overwhelming them. Complex emotional storytelling is delivered through simple, intuitive controls— no combat, no grind, just exploration, dialogue, and choice.

Players keen to stay up to date with Pera Coda can follow the game on X, Instagram, and YouTube, join the conversation on Reddit or discord, and wishlist the game on Steam today.

About Elyzio

Elyzio is an independent game studio and publisher founded by a team with roots in Turkey and professional experience at companies like Ubisoft and Google. After self-publishing their first title, Warden’s Will, Elyzio has expanded into publishing, supporting emerging developers like the newly formed studio Falan on their debut title, Pera Coda. Backed by $2 million in pre-seed funding, Elyzio is committed to helping bold, emotionally driven games reach a global audience, beginning with Pera Coda, a mystery narrative adventure game with a deep story set in a surreal, looping version of Istanbul.

About Falan (An Elyzio Studio)

Pera Coda is being developed by a newly formed, narrative-focused studio under Elyzio called Falan. It began with three architecture students captivated by the raw, chaotic beauty of Istanbul and the deeply human stories embedded in its streets. They began creating a series of concept videos, which quickly gained traction. Now, they’ve joined Elyzio to transform that vision into a full-fledged game with global ambitions.