Sticky Web is a branching narrative game about digital safety, online scams, and family. Step into the shoes of four family members—each facing their own tangled web of online risks. From hacked accounts to phishing messages and viral drama, your choices shape their futures. Play, learn, and untangle the digital mess together.
Sol is a young marketing professional, ambitious and digitally sharp. He’s always exploring new tech trends—crypto, AI, the next big thing—with hopes of building a better future for his family and his country. But when he gets caught up in a crypto scam and unwittingly fuels a disinformation campaign, Sol’s career, finances, and values are put to the test. Smart isn’t always safe—and sometimes, good intentions aren’t enough.
Maya is a determined entrepreneur and devoted mum, running a vibrant children’s clothing business online. She juggles orders, designs, and digital marketing—all while caring for her family. But as her business grows, so do the challenges: hacking, copycats, and sudden drops in visibility on the platform she relies on. When her digital storefront is threatened, Maya must fight to protect her work, her ideas, and her peace of mind.
Jojo and Salma are digital natives—quick, curious, and always connected. They know the online world better than their parents and are eager to help them out when things go wrong. But navigating the internet isn’t always easy. Between online gaming, in-app purchases, shady monetisation schemes, and witnessing cyberbullying, Jojo and Salma are figuring out how to stay safe, speak up, and make smart choices in a world that isn’t always kid-friendly.
Navigate Digital Drama
Play as four members of one family, each facing their own online challenges. From hacked accounts and crypto scams to platform glitches and viral rumours, you’ll make tough choices that shape each character’s digital journey—and the family’s future.
Uncover the Truth
As the web of online threats unravels, discover how misinformation, manipulation, and exploitation are designed to target even the most well-meaning users. Follow each thread to see how small actions ripple across the digital world.
Strengthen Family Bonds
Switch between family members, share knowledge, and support each other through the chaos. Whether it’s teaching mum to secure her account or comforting a sibling after online bullying, teamwork is key to untangling the mess.
Gameplay Mechanics
Sticky Web is a branching narrative game with choice-based mechanics. Each decision impacts the story, with multiple endings based on how well the family communicates, learns, and adapts. Replay to explore new outcomes and perspectives—because digital safety isn’t one-size-fits-all.
Game: Sticky Web
Genre: Visual Novel
Status: In development
Release date: Late 2026
Developer: STEMtoto Studio, Sydney Australia
Platforms: Web, Itch.io
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We are grateful to the generous funding from Pollicy.
