FRUSTRAIN. Prologue

Selected XR Development Market

Information

In a city, where some people are replaced with their copies, a dangerous inverstigation by a journalist caused him to escape on a night train. While listening to the stories of travellers, we are hinted that the journalist has also been replaced.

Lead artist(s)

Pavel Pavlyukov, Anna Pimonova

Name of the producer(s)

Pavel Pavlyukov, Georgy Molodtsov

Estimated duration (minutes)

Play Area

Standing

Technologies used

3D animation, Ambisonics sound, Real time engine

Thematic(s)

Thriller, Action / Adventure, Drama

Website

http://filmxr.ee/frustrain

Production Strategy

Production Company(ies)

Film XR OÜ

Main production country

Estonia

Open to coproduction

Yes

Estimated Budget

Between 100k €/$ and 400k €/$

Acquired Budget (%)

5% to 20%

Name(s) of the funding body(ies) or partner(s)

Community crowdfunding, Internal self-funding

Distribution Strategy

Release Date

2026

Targeted audience

Our target audience consists of intellectually mature players aged 18–45 who value deep narratives, moral dilemmas, and unconventional gameplay experiences. This includes: Fans of complex storylines — lovers of detective stories, dystopias, and philosophical reflections. Seekers of uniqueness — open to experimental mechanics that emphasize player interaction through a distinctive visual style and hidden metaphors. Fans of dark aesthetics — drawn to noir atmospheres, dystopian themes, and deeply crafted game worlds. This audience is willing to pay for high-quality content that provokes thought.

Number of user(s)

Single User

Device(s) compatibility

HTC Vive Pro, Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest 2, Windows Mixed Reality