kasool
2022
An obvious love letter to RE (and Silent Hill apparently), this is probably one of my favorite "indie" games I've played. All I'll say about the story is that it's one of the best depictions of an unreliable narrator I've experienced. The art, soundtrack, and sound design are all very good and have a high level of polish that is honestly crazy good for a production this small. It's a very moody game and I would have finished it in a single sitting if I hadn't started it so late in the day.
The greatest and most important story of in the world of magic in the Nasuverse. There are few visual novels that can come close to the maximizing the medium like this one does. It's practically an anime at certain points. Everything from the music, art, and narrative is 'beautifully woven' into an engaging story that balances some great slice of life with action.
This really is one of the most unique games I've ever played. Aside from its gorgeous art style, it has a stand out narrative that remains surprisingly cohesive despite all the context switching. The gameplay portions are a little too easy on the default difficulty, but are otherwise fun and enjoyable sections that offer a lot of room for unique play styles.
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