Prominence (video game)

Prominence is a first-person science fiction adventure game developed and published by Digital Media Workshop LLC. Released in 2015, the game focuses on narrative exploration, puzzle solving, and player choice within a richly detailed science fiction setting.

The game takes place aboard a deep-space exploration vessel, the Prominence, several years into a mission to colonize a distant planet. The player awakens from cryosleep to discover the ship in a state of disrepair and the crew mysteriously missing. As the player explores the ship, they uncover the events leading to the crew's disappearance and must make choices that will determine the fate of the mission and its objectives.

Gameplay emphasizes environmental interaction and puzzle solving. Players examine objects, read logs and documents, and utilize tools found throughout the ship to progress. The game features a branching narrative, where player choices directly impact the story's progression and ultimate outcome. Dialogue choices and actions influence relationships with potential surviving crew members and shape the unfolding narrative.

Prominence is known for its focus on hard science fiction, featuring plausible technology and scientific concepts within its narrative. The game received positive reviews for its immersive atmosphere, engaging story, and challenging puzzles, although some criticism was directed towards its graphical fidelity and occasionally clunky controls. The game's emphasis on player agency and multiple endings contributes to its replayability.