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Meanwhile: Interactive Comic

Meanwhile: Interactive Comic

by Andrew Plotkin

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24 reviews
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Andrew Plotkin
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Explore a mad scientist's wonderland and make choices that shape your adventure. This interactive comic offers thousands of branching paths, leading to various outcomes, from doom to success. Experience a unique story with full audio accessibility.

✓Branching narrative paths
✓User-driven story choices
✓Thousands of adventure outcomes
✓Infinite scrollable canvas
✓Full audio accessibility (VoiceOver)
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What's New in Meanwhile

1.7.8

October 6, 2025

Updated for iOS 26.

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This app rose +8 positions in Book chart.

Last updated on July 20, 2026.

User reviews

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A…it costs…

5.99, yep, costs 5.9… wait, DID I JUST “PAY” FOR A APP LIKE well… THIS!? WHY!! I thought you could make your own interactive comic, BUT INSTEAD YOU HAVE TO READ ONE!?
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I loved the book as a kid

I can't believe I payed for this, it wasn't as great as I remember. I passed it a lot faster than last time.
loss of balanceloss of balance

Same from book

I love it
I try get happy ending long story not small
M 4!M 4!

Genius!

Thank you for the breakthrough approach to interactive comics!
DrMelGDrMelG

Unnötiges Spiel

Die 5€ für dieses Spiel sind unberechtigt. Es ist lediglich eine sehr kurze komisch Geschichte, bei der man selbst den Verlauf bestimmen kann. Spiel war in weniger als 5 min. durchgespielt (davon abgesehen war es äußerst langweilig).
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FAQ

What is the short name for 'Meanwhile: Interactive Comic'?

The short name for 'Meanwhile: Interactive Comic' is Meanwhile. This is derived from the main title, dropping the subtitle and colon.

How much does Meanwhile cost?

Meanwhile is a paid app, priced at $4.99. This one-time purchase grants access to the full interactive comic experience.

What age is Meanwhile appropriate for?

Meanwhile has an age rating of 9+. The content involves a mad scientist's wonderland and potential doomsday devices, making it suitable for younger readers with guidance.

On which devices can I play Meanwhile?

Meanwhile is available on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. This allows for a flexible reading experience across multiple Apple devices.

How often is Meanwhile updated?

The latest version of Meanwhile is 1.7.8, last updated on October 6, 2025. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing support.

What makes Meanwhile different from a regular comic?

Meanwhile is an interactive comic where the reader makes choices that determine the story's progression. Unlike traditional comics, it offers thousands of branching paths and multiple endings.

Does Meanwhile have VoiceOver support?

Yes, Meanwhile offers full audio accessibility with VoiceOver. Every panel and choice can be spoken, making the story accessible to a wider audience.

What kind of story does Meanwhile tell?

Meanwhile tells a thrilling adventure story involving quantum physics, self-discovery, and children getting into trouble. It features a mad scientist's inventions like a mind-reading helmet, time machine, and doomsday device.