Absolution

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Absolution is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Andrea Lim and was released on March 14, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Absolution is a first-person visual novel that plunges players into a chilling psychological thriller where they confront a mysterious entity known as THE JUDGE. Through eerie visuals and haunting sounds, players navigate a dark narrative of grief, guilt, and murder, answering probing questions that test their honesty. The game challenges you to reflect on your morals amid a harrowing quest for redemption.

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Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

emotional3 positive mentions

The game features a compelling atmosphere and intriguing visuals that create a sense of dread and engagement.
The story, while not entirely clear, has potential and encourages players to reflect on moral dilemmas and their past actions.
It's a free game made by a single developer, showcasing creativity and a unique concept that many players may find interesting.

The gameplay is repetitive and lacks meaningful player interactivity, leading to a feeling of pointlessness.
Many players felt that their choices did not impact the story, resulting in a lack of engagement and satisfaction.
The game suffers from technical issues, such as slow text speed and bugs that can disrupt the experience.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story is described as intriguing yet somewhat straightforward, with a strong emphasis on atmosphere and delivery. While some players appreciate the thematic depth and the potential for multiple interpretations—such as the setting in purgatory and the implications of player choices—there is a desire for greater interactivity and clarity regarding the impact of decisions on the narrative. Overall, the story captivates players, prompting them to reflect on its characters and themes even after completion.
- “While the story is straightforward, you can feel the craft that went into the atmosphere and how the story is delivered to you.”
- “The story is intriguing, and even though it is not explicitly clear, it does make me wonder more about the characters and the themes that the developer has created even after the game has ended.”
- “If you say that you won, you have to play the game again (in the context of the story, it's because you haven't come to terms with what happened). However, if you note that the shaman won, you are allowed to pass on through the gate, either to hell or heaven; we are unsure.”
- “While the story is 1,2,3 done, you can feel the craft that went into the atmosphere and how the story is delivered to you.”
- “I'm not quite sure what the story is; a bunch of souls in purgatory fighting for the afterlife?”
- “I was a bit confused as to whether any of my decisions had an impact on the story, possibly warranting a second playthrough.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its creepiness and potential, effectively evoking feelings of dread and madness through its stylistic choices and narrative delivery. However, some players feel that pacing issues and the inability to disable distracting effects detract from the overall experience, suggesting that while the atmosphere is strong, it could be further refined. Overall, the atmosphere is seen as a key strength, with room for improvement to enhance immersion.
- “The atmosphere is great, and I feel like there is a lot of potential for a full game.”
- “While the story is straightforward, you can feel the craft that went into the atmosphere and how the story is delivered to you.”
- “I thought the atmosphere and tone were well executed and made me feel dread with each choice I made.”
- “It's atmosphere is very creepy, but that's all it's got going for it.”
- “The atmosphere it creates is very nearly there, it just needs better pacing to bring it home.”
- “You also can't turn off the constant static effect, it doesn't add too much to the atmosphere of the game; in fact, I'd say it takes away from it as it slightly distorts the text as you're trying to read it.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's atmosphere and tone, noting that it effectively evokes feelings of dread with each decision, enhancing the emotional experience.
- “I thought the atmosphere and tone were well executed and made me feel dread with each choice I made.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making their struggles feel personal.”
- “Every decision felt heavy with consequence, pulling me deeper into the story and its emotional weight.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally well-received, with users appreciating the visuals and storytelling, though some express a desire for enhanced player interactivity to further enrich the experience.
- “Overall, I really liked the visuals and story here.”