Progressing from v0.3 to later versions may require starting a new save, as major engine or script updates can sometimes break older save files. walkthrough for specific early-game choices? Tower Boy - itch.io
The core gameplay loop of By Justice or Mercy is minimalistic by design, stripping away complex inventory management or party building in favor of pure narrative decision-making. The player is placed in the role of a judge or arbiter, presented with a defendant, their crime, and their circumstances. The mechanical binary—choosing between "Justice" (often interpreted as strict punishment or execution) and "Mercy" (forgiveness or rehabilitation)—acts as the game’s primary engine. By Justice or Mercy -v0.3- By TowerBoyGames
While v0.3 was an early build, the developer Tower Boy Games has since significantly expanded the content. Progressing from v0