The Game Built for the Most Authentic Christmas in July: A New Way to Connect With Friends
Every July, Australians light the fireplace, uncork the wine, and gather around hearty feasts to recreate that cozy Christmas spirit — minus the heat and humidity of summer. It’s a chance to slow down, bring people together, and share something meaningful.
But here's the thing…
We show up. We swap stories. We laugh. But too often, the conversation stays at surface level. The depth we crave — the real stuff — doesn’t always come out.
Why?
Because connection doesn’t just happen. It has to be designed.
And that’s exactly what The Collector’s Stories was built for.
A New Kind of Game for Grown-Ups Who Want More Than Small Talk
This winter, there’s a new experience reshaping what a “night in” can feel like. The Collector’s Stories is the world’s first immersive audio game built to help you forge deeper, more authentic connections — without ever leaving the couch.
Designed with insights from behavioural psychology and storytelling, it’s not about answering awkward icebreakers or dredging up old dramas. Instead, it uses powerful, original audio stories and beautifully designed prompts to guide you into conversations you’d never normally have — but will never forget.
“We played this over a cheese board and two bottles of wine. And somehow, we ended up having the most honest conversation we’ve had in years.”
How It Works:
The experience unfolds across six immersive stages, led by your mysterious host: The Collector — a fictional guide who’s spent a lifetime gathering humanity’s untold stories. He’ll take your group on a journey through beautifully designed soundscapes, character dilemmas, and questions that reveal the side we often keep hidden: our shadow self.
🔸 Play with 2–6 people
🔸 Designed for partners or close friends
🔸 No phones. No pressure. Just presence
🔸 Perfect for a winter night in over food, wine, and candlelight
You’ll be primed through atmospheric audio (think: eerie forest soundscapes) to shift your mindset and drop the everyday mask. Then the storytelling begins — with cinematic narratives that spark reflection and real discussion.
Why It’s Perfect for Christmas in July
Because let’s be honest: we don’t need more Secret Santas or novelty mugs. We need moments that feel real.
The Collector’s Stories was made for evenings like this. When everyone’s gathered. When the wine is flowing. When the vibe is right for something a little deeper.
This isn’t another game night.
It’s a memory you’ll talk about for years.
“It felt like stepping into another world — and yet it brought us closer in this one.”
How to Host Your Collector’s Night This Winter
Want to try it this Christmas in July? Here’s how:
- Set the scene: Lounge room, couch, dim lights, no interruptions
- Get the mood right: Wine, share plate, and maybe a blanket or two
- Play the game: Follow the guided stages — no prep, no facilitator needed
- Let the night unfold: Listen, reflect, respond. Real talk will follow.
Limited Launch Edition Now Available
This is a limited-edition winter launch — with a one-of-a-kind print run of The Collector’s Stories.
If you’re ready to go beyond small talk…
To connect in a way you haven’t for years…
To get dangerously close to the people who matter most…