A Heart of Butterblue
- September 29, 2023
- HeidenGames
Get on SteamA murdered father and a missing grandfather... It is under these circumstances that Phebe finds herself moving to the isolated frontier town of Edgefield. Rumors have it that monsters roam the lands after dark and anyone caught outside is never heard from again. With eerie murderous howling heard every night, Phebe has no choice to become accustomed to this new life if she wants to find her missi…
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and a charming art style that enhances the overall atmosphere.
- The story is well-developed, engaging, and filled with interesting lore, making it a memorable experience.
- The gameplay includes enjoyable farming mechanics and is easy to learn, providing a nice balance of challenge and accessibility.
- The game is riddled with bugs, including soft locks and broken encounters, which can disrupt the experience.
- The final scenes of the game feel anti-climactic and do not deliver a satisfying conclusion to the narrative.
- While the farming mechanics are enjoyable, they can sometimes lead to minor frustrations, such as losing crops due to inventory overflow.
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that grinding in the game can be time-consuming, often requiring significant effort to progress, but it is balanced by engaging farming mechanics and a well-developed story. While some players found the grinding aspect to be tedious, others appreciated the integration of farming elements and character development. Overall, the experience is mixed, with grinding being a notable but not entirely negative aspect of gameplay.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The farming and earning money to progress wasn't good, but it wasn't bad either.”
“Just in time for spooky month, here's an atmospheric horror visual novel with a good heart, fantastic characters, and farming mechanics!”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story is well-developed and engaging, blending mystery and horror with wholesome elements, and is enhanced by interactive farming mechanics and relatable characters. Reviewers appreciate the art style and atmosphere, noting that it resonates deeply with those interested in visual novels.
“I think the story was well-developed and interesting. I liked the farming mechanics and the characters.”
“As someone who always wanted to make their own visual novel, this little piece of art spoke to me on so many levels: the art style, the atmosphere, the story, and the overall message.”
“Despite being a mystery/horror story, it has a nice wholesome side and it is quite interactive. You don't just go through text; you have to spend day by day on the farm.”
“No story.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to engage with the characters.”
“I found the narrative to be predictable and uninspired, failing to capture my interest.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highlighted for its engaging farming mechanics and well-developed characters, set within an atmospheric horror visual novel. Players appreciate the blend of story and gameplay, making for an enjoyable experience.
“I think the story was well-developed and interesting; I liked the farming mechanics and the characters.”
“Just in time for spooky month, here's an atmospheric horror visual novel with a good heart, fantastic characters, and farming mechanics!”
“It's just gameplay.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their artistic style and atmospheric quality, resonating deeply with players who appreciate the visual storytelling and overall aesthetic.
“I really liked the music and art style.”
“As someone who always wanted to make their own visual novel, this little piece of art spoke to me on so many levels: the art style, the atmosphere, the story, and the overall message.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its captivating art style and immersive storytelling, effectively blending horror elements with a heartfelt narrative. Users appreciate the unique combination of spooky themes and engaging characters, enhanced by the inclusion of farming mechanics.
“As someone who always wanted to make their own visual novel, this little piece of art spoke to me on so many levels: the art style, the atmosphere, the story, and the overall message.”
“Just in time for spooky month, here's an atmospheric horror visual novel with a good heart, fantastic characters, and farming mechanics!”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with users appreciating its quality and how well it complements the art style.
“I really liked the music and art style.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game balances its mystery and horror elements with a wholesome, interactive experience, allowing players to engage emotionally by spending time on the farm and experiencing the passage of days.
“Despite being a mystery/horror story, it has a nice wholesome side and is quite interactive; you don't just go through text, you spend day by day on the farm.”
