A Foretold Affair

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"A Foretold Affair" is a narrative-driven game set in a world where everyone has special powers. Buffalo Seer, an Abnormal with the forbidden power of future seeing, learns they're married to a Normal. Determined to be with this stranger, Seer leaves their society to win them over on an adventure. Explore, make choices, and shape your story in this unique desert world.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

story16 positive mentions

The art and character designs are gorgeous, fitting well with the steampunk theme.
The story is engaging and unique, with charming and relatable characters.
The game is very queer-friendly and allows for diverse relationship options.

The game is relatively short and lacks depth in its choices and endings.
Some players found the main character confusing and inconsistent.
There are minor bugs and typos, and some felt the writing included unnecessary ideological discussions.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its unique premise, interesting characters, and well-written narrative, particularly in the context of a romance that subverts traditional tropes. However, some players feel that the execution lacks depth, with limited choices and endings, leaving the overall experience somewhat lacking. Despite these criticisms, the art and music complement the story well, enhancing the immersive experience.
- “This game is highly underrated, the art is gorgeous and the story is unique and well-written.”
- “I wish this game had more of the attention it deserved, the writing was very well done, and the story is interesting and lengthy.”
- “A foretold affair is an excellent and entertaining story where the romance is flipped on its head: rather than wonder who you'll end up with, you have to convince the person you know you're going to marry that this is for real, all while dodging bounty hunters and traversing a floating island in the sky.”
- “So... there is not much of a story in this game.”
- “I do wish there was an epilogue to each story, to show if the prophecy really did come true or if the characters subverted it.”
- “And there is a story of running... and running from one's pursuers.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features a variety of piano pieces that effectively enhance the emotional tone of each scene, contributing positively to the overall experience. While some players suggest turning off the music for a better experience, many appreciate its quality and how it complements the narrative. Overall, the music is well-received and adds depth to the storytelling.
- “The music is great, and really works with each scene, helping you get into the mood of the story every step of the way.”
- “The characters are over-designed, and you'll have a better experience if the first thing you do is turn the 'music' off.”
- “The background music is different piano pieces, each befitting the various scenes.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be highly engaging, particularly highlighting the character Buffalo Seer as a standout source of comedy. The humor appears to be influenced by player choices, adding a personalized touch to the comedic experience.
- “Perhaps it was the choices I made that shaped Buffalo Seer's personality to be so, but they were hilarious.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development is enhanced by well-designed characters that align seamlessly with the game's steampunk theme, contributing to an immersive storytelling experience.
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their strong alignment with the steampunk theme, featuring impressive character designs that enhance the overall aesthetic of the game.
- “The art style fits well with the steampunk theme of the story, and the character designs are great.”