set the controls...

a very short narrative in which you play the sole crew member aboard a small space ship with an important task to fulfill.

Content Warning:

• this work contains themes of nihilism and (indirect) self-harm. Player discretion is advised.

Instructions:

• arrow keys to move.
• touch objects to interact.
• keyboard text input is necessary.

created in 2 hours as part of the January 2nd, 2026 "Hours of Zeux" jam on the MZX Discord.