The story

London, 1592. A deadly plague grips the city, driving legitimate physicians to flee in terror. In their absence, an unlikely figure rises from the shadows—Simon Forman, self-proclaimed “Doctor” of Astrology, Astronomy, and Physick. With no formal training but boundless confidence, he cures the afflicted, reunites lost pets, and foretells destinies—all through the positions of the stars. When the plague finally recedes, the real doctors return… and they're furious. Now, Forman must fight to survive their wrath and secure his place in a world that doubts him.

The game

Step into the eccentric boots of Simon Forman—unlicensed healer, stargazer, and showman—in Astrologaster, a humorous narrative adventure where the stars guide your choices. Your goal? Earn a legitimate medical licence through cunning, charm, and celestial trickery.

Live through Forman’s tumultuous days in Elizabethan London, advising clients on love, career, health, and conspiracy. Each consultation becomes an astrological reading—your interpretations shape their paths and alter your fate. Will you act wisely, humorously, or recklessly? Every decision ripples through relationships and reputations.

Meet 13 persistent clients, each returning 5 to 7 times with new crises. By interpreting the heavens, you'll offer advice that can heal—or ruin. Keep them satisfied, and they'll send glowing letters of recommendation. Gather enough, and you can claim your prize: a medical licence from the prestigious University of Cambridge.

The academic elite call you a fraud. Prove them wrong—and rewrite history.

Features

• Perform real* astrology: Study the night sky and select astrological readings to guide your counsel. Just don't expect perfect accuracy—this is astrology, not science!
  
• Solve Hilarious Problems: Handle everything from royal assassination plots and mysterious rashes to cheating lovers and missing pastries.
  
• Change Lives: Influence the fates of 14 unique characters whose personal dramas intertwine. Use secrets and gossip to your advantage—and manipulate the social web to survive.
  
• Win A Medical Licence: Earn trust, build your reputation, and collect recommendation letters. The more approval you gain, the closer you get to official recognition.
  
• Fully Voiced Character Dialogue: Experience witty, sitcom-style performances from a lively cast of over twelve voice actors.
  
• Sing Along: Delight in authentic Renaissance-style tunes, each character serenading you with their own musical theme.
  
• Casebooks Come Alive: Dive into beautifully animated pop-up book pages that bring Forman's patient files to life—each turn of the page reveals deeper secrets.

Summary

Astrologaster is a whimsical, story-rich comedy set in the chaotic streets of Shakespearean London—based on the bizarre true tale of Simon Forman. Revered by some, ridiculed by many, Forman danced on the edge of science and superstition. Will you embrace the cosmos and rise as a healer—or be branded a fraud? The stars are watching.