Alter Ego

Alter Ego is a video game in the simulation genre developed by Activision, Inc. and published by Activision, Inc. originally released in 1986. It is currently playable on DOS.

Alter Ego is a game that tries to simulate life itself. The player creates a character with different personality statistics, either by randomly assigning them or by answering some introductory questions. He then guides this character through seven phases of life, from childhood to old age.

The game consists of a series of situations in which a decision has to be made. This is done by choosing one of multiple response possibilities, sometimes accompanied by a mood. The player is then presented with the outcome and moves on to the next situation. Each decision has long-term consequences and influences personality, health and the situations that await you later on. Some decisions may even result in premature death or an instant end to the game.

Each life phase is represented by a life tree on which situations are aligned; the motif on the situation card shows the general theme of the situation. After reaching a certain age, additional life choices can be made at any time. Here the player can change his lifestyle and manage his love and professional life.

The game exists in two variants representing a male or female life.

Alter Ego is available at a reduced price on the following websites and is no longer abandonware.