Witasy Express: A Solo Journaling Game
A downloadable game
The solo journaling game that takes you on an unforgettable adventure across continents, all from the pages of your journal. As a weary office worker seeking escape, you'll board a magical train and set off to explore wondrous sights, encounter fascinating characters, and craft your own tale of discovery and personal growth.
What's New in the Second Edition?
We've reimagined Witasy Express with a renewed focus on narrative immersion and accessibility. This print-friendly edition brings you:
- Streamlined, easy-to-learn game mechanics perfect for solo play
- New features including character types, NPCs, and consequences
- Deeper lore to enrich your journey
- A simplified yet engaging core ruleset
While this print friendly edition 2 version doesn't include illustrations yet, it offers a rich, text-based experience that sparks your imagination. The full, illustrated version is on its way, but we couldn't wait to share this enhanced narrative experience with you.
SO, WHAT IS WITASY EXPRESS?
Witasy Express is a tabletop roleplaying game about exploring and experiencing wondrous sights while boarding a cruise-like train. Uses a standard 52 card deck. For 1+ players.
You are a normal office worker who had enough of work and decided to go on a long vacation until things got better. You went home after working the late night shift at the factory and were about to sleep but you couldn't.
So instead of going straight to bed, you decide to check the news. As soon as you turn on your television set you hear two newscasters talking excitedly about something called the "Witasy Express".
They talked about how they would travel across continents without any stops or delays because of the amazing technology used by the Witasy corporation.
After hearing these words, you suddenly realize what you need to do.
You want to travel.
The core gameplay cycle revolves around a Character (you) traveling around the world with a budget. You’ll face encounters with other people, monsters, species, weird paranormal events, visit wondrous settlements, board a cruise-like train that takes you far from home, and hopefully maybe eventually set yourself up to live out your dreams of traveling.
You will need:
- A deck of common playing cards (without Jokers)
- A notebook (physical or digital)
- A pen
- Optional: Printer to print the game. (But you will need a password to unlock the printing and you can get that if you email at sparuh.com@gmail.com of dm me)
Your Adventure Awaits
In Witasy Express, you'll:
- Travel the world with a limited budget, making choices that shape your story
- Face encounters with people, creatures, and paranormal events
- Visit awe-inspiring settlements and locations
- Navigate the challenges and joys of life aboard a transcontinental train
- Work towards realizing your dreams of endless travel and discovery
- 6 character type for unique replayability
- Revamped all existing Oracles, now with New Scenarios and Unique prompts for a Fantasy World
- 16 NPC types
- New Artstyle!
- 21 Unique Oracles
- 52 Traits and it's upgrade/ downgrade version (3 each!)
- Expansion: 5 new and unique oracles
- Expansion: Great Reshuffle (What happens when you shuffle your deck?)
All you need to get started is a standard deck of playing cards (minus the Jokers), a notebook, and your imagination. The game's unique mechanics, centered around card draws and creative interpretation, ensure that every journey is unique and filled with surprises.
Looking to the Horizon
Witasy Express is more than just a game—it's a platform for endless storytelling. While this Second Edition represents the final version of the base game, we have exciting plans for the future:
- Expansions featuring new character types and gameplay modes
- A multiplayer variant for shared adventures
- Themed cabins to personalize your travel experience
We're committed to growing the world of Witasy Express alongside our community of players. Your feedback and experiences will help shape the future of this ever-expanding narrative universe.
All Aboard!
Ready to escape the mundane and embark on your own Witasy Express adventure? Here's how to get started:
- Download the print-friendly PDF
- Gather your cards and notebook
- Find a quiet moment to begin your journey
Remember, the beauty of Witasy Express lies in its simplicity and flexibility. Whether you have just an hour to spare or want to lose yourself in an epic, multi-session saga, the game adapts to your playstyle and available time.
As you set off on your first voyage, know that you're joining a community of imaginative travelers. We can't wait to hear about the wonders you'll discover and the stories you'll create.
Your ticket to adventure is waiting. All aboard the Witasy Express!
Status | Released |
Category | Physical game |
Release date | Sep 10, 2022 |
Rating | Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars (13 total ratings) |
Author | Sparuh |
Tags | diceless, GM-Less, Itch Funding, journaling, micro-rpg, Narrative, Print & Play, Singleplayer, Solo RPG, Tabletop role-playing game |
Average session | A few hours |
Languages | English |
Purchase
In order to download this game you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $10.90 USD. You will get access to the following files:
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Community Copies!
We're offering a limited number of free community copies on our website periodically, Sparuh.com! These copies are intended for those who can't afford the listed price.
Community Copy Code: WTS010000 Current Available Community Copy (Limited): 01 Expire: 1st July 2024. *Act fast, these free copies are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Here's how to claim yours:
- Visit the Witasy Express download page on Sparuh.com.
- Add the game to your cart.
- During checkout, use the special discount code available in this community copy section.
Don't miss out on this chance to play Witasy Express!
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Development log
- Witasy Express Physical paperback and hardback release on Amazon82 days ago
- All Aboard for the Second Edition! (Print Friendly Ver)Jul 23, 2024
- Introducing No Ruto - A New Journaling Adventure Born from the Witasy ExpressJan 09, 2024
- Update to version 0.2!Jul 04, 2023
- Upgrading Your Travel Experience - An Update on Witasy ExpressFeb 26, 2023
- No longer Itchfunding but still Working on making the game better without any in...Oct 16, 2022
- Feedback received and adjusted some stuff on the project page.Sep 26, 2022
- Just a shoutout to Scopicity, another solo rpg game + Short Update.Sep 19, 2022