Why would anyone choose to send their child to a boarding school? Amidst the peer pressure, loneliness, and elitism, there's also the risk of being pushed out of windows! While that might not be the norm everywhere, it certainly sets the stage in Expelled!, the latest release from inkle, the masterminds behind Overboard.
In Expelled!, you step into the shoes of Verity Amersham, a seemingly innocent schoolgirl at Miss Mulligatawney's School for Promising Girls in 1922. When a prefect mysteriously ends up pushed out of a window, Verity finds herself accused of attempted murder! Your mission? Clear your name by any means necessary within a single school day, as characters around you act independently, creating a race against time.
You have the freedom to exonerate yourself by uncovering the true culprit, framing another student, or resorting to more direct methods like wielding your hockey stick. The choice is yours, and your path to acquittal can be as virtuous or as violent as you wish.
It's incredibly easy to recommend Expelled!, and that's before even mentioning Catherine Dellosa's glowing review. Inkle, the creators of my all-time favorite mobile game, 80 Days, have once again struck gold with their murder-themed visual novel, Overboard!. While Expelled! features a less sinister protagonist, you can choose to play it straight, pin the crime on someone else, or unleash your inner teenage vigilante. And, there's a twist—Verity might not be as innocent as she initially appears.
You'll have to dive into Expelled! yourself to uncover the full story. Speaking of which, if you're eager to stay updated on the best upcoming releases, you're in the perfect spot. We've already compiled a list of the top games to look forward to in 2025, ready for you to explore!
