# Interactive Comic Games 'FRAMED' Challenges Players to Re-Order Comic Strips to Alter Gameplay By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-06-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-comic References: [itunes.apple](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/framed/id886565180?mt=8) & [framed-game](http://framed-game.com/) '[FRAMED](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framed-mono-x7-series)' is the name of an interactive [comic book-style game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamcanvas) that boasts an interesting premise. While most comic books, even the interactive ones, are usually laid out in such a way that tells a story in a fairly linear format, FRAMED gives players the chance to re-order the individual panels to change the way the story unfolds. As well as boasting captivating visual scenes, animations and a dynamic narrative, the innovative, [award-winning comic-inspired puzzle game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elephant-in-the-room1) is set to a jazz soundtrack that sets a gritty atmosphere for the noir game. The independent game developer of FRAMED, Australia's Loveshack, have also followed up with the release of FRAMED 2, which introduces a continuation of the series. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Storytelling Games:** Game developers can create interactive storytelling experiences by allowing players to control the narrative. - **Non-linear Gameplay:** Game designers can explore non-linear gameplay and allow players to change the order of events in a game story. - **Dynamic Soundtracks:** Designers can create a more immersive experience and set the tone of a game through a dynamic, genre-specific soundtrack. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** Game developers can incorporate non-linear gameplay and interactive storytelling into their products to enhance engagement and enhance the player experience. - **Animation & Comics:** The comic book-style story format and the use of animation techniques in 'FRAMED' presents opportunities to bring new, interactive story-based comics to audiences. - **Music:** Composers and music producers can explore a diverse range of musical genres to create soundtracks for games that reflect the game's style and tone. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Twisted Storytelling Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storiado.md) - [Point-and-Click Escape Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escape-room-phantom-train.md) - [Immersive Genre-Bending Indie Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raiders-of-blackveil.md) - [Independent Puzzle Mobile Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storyteller.md) - [Gallery-Focused Heist Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/african-futurism.md) - [Interactive Fashion Horror Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-room-by-gentle-monster.md) - [Phygital Journal-Style Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-book-game.md) - [2D Forensic Investigation Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forensic-investigation-game.md) - [Engaging 3D Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foros-game.md)