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De/Fragmentation is a deeply reflective and existential 36 card solo-journaling game that explores how memories shape us through the theme of memory loss and Overwrite  is an 18 card expansion pack that provides new journaling prompts and game mechanics.

De/Fragmentation sets out to explore memory loss, and how memories shape us by inviting players to take on the role of an android on the cusp of fragmentation and total system failure.  In an effort to curb this inevitable fragmentation you are now forced to sort through core memories choosing which ones to Save, Edit, or Delete. In resisting the fragmentation that leads to system failure you risk experiencing a different form of fragmentation that leaves you unsure that you will even recognize yourself at the end of this process. 

Overwrite expands gameplay by creating new potential memory outcomes (File Corruption, Partial Overwrite, and Full Overwrite) as players seek to overwrite a memory with an artificial memory through a risky procedure that does not always go as planned. 



In De/Fragmentation you take on the role of an android on the cusp of fragmentation and total system failure. Like many other automatons in this post-humanity world you lack the ability or means to acquire the upgrades needed to prevent you from succumbing to the effects of obsolescence. In an effort to curb this inevitable fragmentation you are now forced to sort through core memories choosing which ones to Save, Edit, or Delete. In resisting the fragmentation that leads to system failure you risk experiencing a different form of fragmentation that leaves you unsure that you will even recognize yourself at the end of this process.


Gameplay in De/Fragmentation is super simple and straightforward with each card representing a core memory that you will explore and write a journal entry about. The Overwrite expansion enhances gameplay by offering new potential memory outcomes. 


The digital files include everything you need to play De/Fragmentationon + Overwrite on the digital tabletop platform playingcards.io, along with easy instructions on how to import the files onto their platform.



Physical Print Edition - $30

  • The Overwrite Expansion: 18 card booster pack delivered to your mailbox!
  • De/Fragmentation Base Game: 36 cards in a hook-box with rules printed on the inside delivered to your mailbox!

Purchase

Buy Now$20.00 USD or more

In order to download this game you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $20 USD. You will get access to the following files:

Defragmentation + Overwrite Rules.pdf 3.3 MB
Defrag + Overwrite PNP files.pdf 6.4 MB
Defrag and Overwrite Digital Tabletop.pcio 4.9 MB
Virtual Tabletop Setup Instructions.pdf 10 MB

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Hi there, just checked this out today since I'm a fan of memory loss in TTRPGs. One critique: the color scheme of the cards make them hard to read, for someone with astigmatism (the light color of the font kind of "blooms" in my vision, which makes it blurry and hard to read). I've been unable to play the game so far. Do you plan on releasing a light mode or low-ink version soon?

Does the Physical Print copy not include the Overwrite Expansion? Link only takes you to purchase Defragmentation.

Hey! It will! The finale print version is not live just yet for the expansion but should be available within the next week or so. 

Thanks for the speedy reply! I'll keep a look out. This looks like a really great solo game, very excited to try it out.

Hey! Just want dot update you! You can pick up both bundled together here: https://www.thegamecrafter.com/games/de-fragmentation-expanded-edition

Wonderful! Thanks for the update!