A Date with Death
- December 7, 2023
- Two and a Half Studios
Get on Steam"A Date with Death" is a supernatural romance chat simulator visual novel where you, an ordinary person, have a week-long bet with the Grim Reaper to keep your soul. Customize your character and apartment, and engage in deep conversations with the mysterious Grim Reaper, questioning if fate has brought you two together. Will you resist his charm or fall for him in this week-long encounter?
Reviews
- The game features a charming and humorous story with engaging dialogue that keeps players entertained.
- Character customization options are extensive, allowing players to create a unique experience and connect with the characters.
- The art style and music are beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall vibe and enjoyment of the game.
- Some players feel the game is too short and would have liked more content or longer gameplay.
- There are complaints about the lack of a history setting, making it frustrating to navigate through dialogue.
- A few players expressed a desire for voice acting to enhance the character interactions.
- story18 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story is widely praised for its engaging execution, charming art style, and unique premise involving a relationship with a cute grim reaper. Players appreciate the well-structured plot, the seamless flow of events, and the humor woven throughout, making it a lighthearted yet captivating experience. With multiple endings and a focus on character interactions, the narrative offers depth and keeps players entertained.
“The story execution is well made and the plot is neat.”
“How things outside of the chat add to the world-building and the overall feel of the story is so amazing; I have no words for how intensely I loved this game!”
“It's way better than any other usual love story, and I loved every single part of it.”
“You don't really notice it once you're really into the story, but it feels empty without it.”
“It is a cute and lighthearted game focusing on the relationship between your character (who can be customized!) and Grim, and so while there is a light story to it regarding their abnormal circumstances, it is more focused on their banter and flirting.”
“I'm not surprised at the quality, as I've enjoyed several other Two and a Half Studios games, but I am surprised at the number of endings (5! 2 bad, 2 good, and 1 paid good) - and only one of them (a bad end) 'truncates' the story (at about 3 days out of the 7? maybe 4.) You can't do a lot of skipping - because there's so much dialogue - but for a fast reader like myself, each ending takes about two hours.”
- humor18 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for being delightful, funny, and heartwarming, with many players highlighting the clever banter and well-written dialogue that keeps them laughing throughout. The interactions between characters, particularly the main character and the reaper, are noted for their charm and wit, making the experience both entertaining and endearing. Overall, the game's humor is described as modern, self-aware, and effectively integrated into its narrative, contributing to its overall appeal.
“It's so delightful and fun...it'll get you laughing and blushing!”
“The banter between the two characters is so funny and sweet.”
“I found myself laughing a lot at his responses and interactions with the MC, and I really appreciated that it felt like the devs had fun writing him and the MC.”
- music13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its chill and relaxing vibe, perfectly complementing the art and storytelling. Reviewers appreciate the variety and quality of the soundtrack, noting its suitability for the game's atmosphere and even highlighting a dedicated stream-music mode for content creators. Overall, the music enhances the experience, making it a standout feature that many players enjoy.
“10/10 absolutely love the music, the vibe, the art, the dialogue.”
“Funny dialogue, beautiful artwork, admirable music, I loved everything.”
“The music is sooo matching too.”
“It's even got a stream-music mode for streamers, and I found there was enough music that it stayed varied and suited the atmosphere well.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful artwork, clean aesthetics, and vibrant colors, creating a relaxing and immersive experience. Players appreciate the extensive customization options for characters and environments, as well as the humorous and engaging dialogue that complements the visual style. Overall, the art direction is considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's overall charm and appeal.
“The art, the graphics, even the little details like choosing a pet and naming it, as well as being able to customize your design, are impressive.”
“I appreciated the clean aesthetics of this game, plus the customization options as well.”
“The game is vibrant and beautiful with a clean UI and stunning artwork.”
“I won't say the range is huge - which is fine for a free game - and I admit, the art style is right up my alley, but I still think there's a lot of choices for everyone (even without the paid DLC).”
“But then, when I played it, I appreciated the clean aesthetics of this game, plus the customization options as well.”
“The art, the graphics, even the little details like choosing a pet and naming it, as well as being able to customize your design.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its heartwarming and adorable emotional impact, particularly through the character of Grim, who evokes strong feelings of affection and joy in players. Reviewers express a deep connection to the character, leading to emotional responses that necessitate breaks due to overwhelming cuteness. Overall, the emotional experience is described as exceeding expectations and leaving players wanting more.
“So adorable and heartwarming <3”
“It exceeded all expectations and had me getting up to take emotional breaks because Grimmy is just so darn cute omg.”
“Emo boy is very cute to tease 100/10, but honestly there's something very heartwarming about this game to me and the way they wrote Grim made me very happy hehe thank you <3”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by immersive customization options that allow players to express their preferences and lifestyle beyond romance, enhancing the overall experience. While some users note a lack of traditional gameplay mechanics and meaningful choices, the ability to personalize aspects like appearance and social status compensates for this shortcoming.
“During gameplay, you are given options that fill in the gaps in preferences, lifestyle, etc., outside of romance, and it feels really nice to immerse yourself and think about the options presented to you.”
“The gameplay mechanics are intuitive and engaging, making it easy to lose track of time as you explore the world.”
“I love how the gameplay encourages creativity and strategic thinking, allowing for a unique experience with each playthrough.”
“The customizable options for your face, gender, room, and even the coded way you receive compliments made up for the lack of actual gameplay or really meaningful choices.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find that while the game offers multiple endings, the grinding required to achieve them can become tedious and time-consuming.
“The amount of input required makes it tedious to achieve all of the endings.”
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding detracts from the overall enjoyment and immersion.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the inclusion of customizable wallpapers and entertaining mobile ads in the game, highlighting a positive view of its monetization strategy.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by a diverse and well-suited soundtrack, including a stream-music mode that keeps the experience engaging for both players and streamers.
“It's even got a stream-music mode for streamers, and I found there was enough music that it stayed varied and suited the atmosphere well.”
