White Paper Games has officially unveiled I AM RIPPER, a gripping British thriller drenched in the grime of 1980s decline, and it’s coming to PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Known for thought-provoking narrative games like Ether One, The Occupation, and Conway: Disappearance at Dahlia View, the studio is now turning its lens on the brutality of a small dock town shaken by serial killings. There’s no release date yet, but what’s already been revealed paints a dark, immersive picture.
Set in 1988, I AM RIPPER drops you into the thick of a chilling investigation, where multiple murders have rocked a quiet north-western British town. Forensic evidence ties them to a single killer, and as a player, you’re not just following clues—you’re shaping the story. Your decisions carry weight, influencing how the investigation unfolds and who gets caught in the crossfire.
I AM RIPPER announcement trailer
Tactile gameplay and branching choices
True to White Paper Games’ style, I AM RIPPER promises deeply interactive mechanics, like a stitch-cutting scene teased in the announcement trailer. It’s not just click-to-progress—every action is built to feel physical and consequential. On top of that, the narrative adapts to your choices. Each decision sends ripples across the timeline, changing story beats and character outcomes in significant ways.
Gritty, award-winning storytelling
With a fast-paced, multi-perspective narrative, I AM RIPPER blends elements of thriller, crime drama, and psychological horror without being pinned down to a single genre. It’s got the branching intrigue of a detective game, the moral punch of a narrative drama, and just enough suspense to keep you on edge. If you appreciated the world-building and emotional nuance of Ether One or Dahlia View, expect this one to go even further.
Inspired by their past, aimed at the future
The team says I AM RIPPER is a direct response to everything they’ve learned. From exploring memory loss in Ether One, to the media-driven tension of The Occupation, to the communal trauma in Dahlia View, each game has taught them how to craft stories that respect player agency and emotional complexity. This time, they’re using those lessons to build a world where your moral compass will constantly be tested.
A thriller without compromise
“The thriller genre is underserved,” they say—and they’re right. While TV and film have no shortage of gritty crime tales, games rarely give us the same depth. I AM RIPPER is built for players who love shows like Broadchurch or Line of Duty, but want to live inside the case. You’re not just watching the story unfold, you’re shaping its outcome.
Whether following a lead, challenging the system, or making a call that might cost someone their life, I AM RIPPER wants you to feel every choice in your bones.
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