A Very British Summer: Doctor's Dilemma in Grimshaw

8/26/2026, 5:34:12 AM

Release date: 10/31/2025

Tags: #choose-your-own-adventure #incremental #interactive-fiction #puzzle #sandbox #perma-death #tutorial #life-sim

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¥ 135 (JPY)

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$0.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

Step into the shoes of Dr. Stickler in A Very British Summer, a game where you can either heal patients or commit heinous crimes to fund your escape to Spain. This interactive fiction title offers a dark sandbox experien

Who this is for

For those seeking a narrative experience with truly impactful choices, A Very British Summer offers a unique dilemma: uphold your oath or embrace a life of crime for a sunnier future. Your decisions will shape the fate of Dr. Stickler.

Details

Overview

A Very British Summer casts you as Dr. Stickler, the new town doctor in the quaint (or perhaps not-so-quaint) locale of Grimshaw. This interactive fiction title presents a unique duality: you can either diligently care for your patients, manage your personal needs like hunger and hygiene, and work towards a financially secure future to escape to sunny Spain, or you can embrace a far more sinister path. The game allows for a complete subversion of the doctor's oath, enabling players to murder patients, forge wills, embezzle fortunes, and creatively dispose of evidence. Success in this darker route involves laundering illicit gains through investments in property and gold, acquiring stolen vehicles, and still pursuing that dream of a Spanish retirement, albeit through illegal means.

Highlights

Players step into the role of Dr. Stickler, tasked with managing both patient care and personal needs in the town of Grimshaw.
The game offers a stark choice between ethical medical practice and a life of crime, including murder, embezzlement, and money laundering.
A sandbox element allows for engaging in activities like gambling, darts, and potentially acquiring vehicles, all while pursuing a dream of escaping to Spain.

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy narrative-driven experiences with significant player choice and branching storylines. Fans of interactive fiction, life simulation games with a twist, and those who appreciate dark humor and morally ambiguous gameplay will find A Very British Summer particularly engaging. The inclusion of puzzle elements and sandbox mechanics also appeals to a broader audience looking for depth beyond a simple story.

Game Info

Developed by The Dead Bunny Show and Clickteam Fusion 2.50, A Very British Summer is an interactive fiction and puzzle game with sandbox and perma-death elements. It supports multiplayer and family sharing, offering a unique experience where player decisions have lasting consequences. The game is available in English and was released on October 31, 2025.