A very unusual invitation. A short visual novel by Demonward.
YOUR TABLE IS READY
A FRIENDSHIP WORTH SINKING YOUR TEETH INTOPlay Best Friends for DinnerExternal browser version · Internet required
A short story. An unexpected friendship. Take your time.
Content note: implied violence and poisoning, bullying, and unsettling dark comedy.
MEET YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND
What is Best Friends for Dinner?
A chance meeting in the woods brings Donna and Oz together. Their idea of friendship is the unsettling heart of this illustrated story.
Read at your own pace and let the conversation unfold. The original release is a kinetic visual novel: a short, linear story rather than a branching challenge.
Donna meets Oz in the forest after he tries to eat her. Instead of running from this awkward hunter, she decides to help him. His difficulties with his pack turn their encounter into an unusual offer of friendship.
THE NEW FRIEND
Donna
An enthusiastic sheep who sees a friend in a hungry wolf. Her cheerful account of the meeting sets the tone for the story’s uneasy humor.
THE UNLIKELY HUNTER
Oz
A shy wolf struggling with hunting and with his pack. Donna’s offer of help brings the two together.
Premise and original-release facts: Demonward’s itch.io page. Reading speed and browser loading time vary.
A CLOSER LOOK
Inside the game
Four browser captures and two creator images. Select an image to enlarge it.
Main menu — browser captureDialogue interface — browser capturePreferences — browser captureKeyboard help — browser captureDonna in the forest — creator screenshotThe unsettling side — creator screenshot
WHAT KIND OF GAME IS IT?
A story to read, at your own pace.
What does “kinetic” mean?
A kinetic visual novel follows a linear narrative. Think of reading an illustrated short story on screen: your main activity is following the dialogue, rather than choosing a route through a branching adventure.
Is it a good fit for you?
Choose this when you want a brief reading session with an unsettling tone. If you are looking for an action game or a long decision-driven campaign, consider that distinction before starting.
Read first, watch later
For a spoiler-light visit, begin with the game and leave the videos and optional horror image until afterward. Use the game’s own menu for available settings; this website’s controls manage the frame, not the story or its saves.
PULL UP A CHAIR
Watch the story unfold
Two videos selected for this game. May contain story spoilers.
Press the play button above. The game loads from a third-party host; the first load may take a moment.
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Follow the story
Use the game’s own on-screen instructions and menu. Read the dialogue at your own pace.
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Keep another way in
If the embed stays blank, retry or open it in a new tab. The creator also offers desktop downloads.
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Before dinner
Is this the official website?
No. This is an independent game hub. Demonward created the game; the original itch.io page is linked throughout this site.
Do I need to download anything?
The embedded version opens in your browser. It requires an internet connection. Desktop downloads are available separately on the creator’s itch.io page.
Will it work on my phone?
The website adapts to small screens, but compatibility and touch controls depend on the externally hosted game. Landscape orientation may help. Mobile gameplay has not been verified.
Is the story suitable for everyone?
It includes implied violence, poisoning, bullying and unsettling humor. Review the content note before starting, even though the artwork looks friendly.
Can I play offline after installing?
No. Installation gives you a convenient website shortcut. The external game and videos still require an internet connection.
