It's been a dark time for the fantasy land, with natural disasters and diseases plaguing its population. A group of villagers had previously sought the help of the reclusive wizard Astrix, but they never returned. Now, a new group has been sent to find assistance, led by the young carpenter Bergon, who is accompanied by Praxix, Esher, and Tag, the game's protagonist.
Journey: The Quest Begins may have started as an RPG-like game, but it quickly becomes a puzzle-solving adventure. Without the need for typing, players are presented with a multiple-choice interface to progress through the story. With its rich text and interaction possibilities, the game demands clever use of its four unique characters' abilities to solve puzzles.