ABYSS OF THE SACRIFICE

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ABYSS OF THE SACRIFICE is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by INTENSE and was released on December 16, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Set after the demise of a city deep underground, Misshitsu no Sacrifice tells the story of five young girls to attempt to escape and the friendships, enmity, and horror they experience along the way. Players must solve a variety of puzzles to find out what the future holds for the young girls in this atmospheric tale of family, friendship, and betrayal that unfolds behind closed doors.

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story12 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating and mysterious storyline with multiple paths and endings that keep players engaged.
Many puzzles are creatively designed and provide a satisfying challenge, making players feel clever when they solve them.
The art and voice acting are well-executed, enhancing the overall immersive experience of the visual novel.

The puzzles vary significantly in quality, with some being overly obtuse or illogical, leading to frustration and reliance on walkthroughs.
The user interface and inventory management are cumbersome, making gameplay feel tedious at times.
The fragmented storytelling and lack of character development can make it difficult for players to connect with the characters or follow the plot.

story
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, featuring an intriguing science fiction narrative with emotional moments and multiple character routes, but it suffers from fragmentation and pacing issues that can disrupt immersion. While some players appreciate the depth and mystery of the plot, others find it confusing and poorly tied together, often overshadowed by frustrating puzzles. Overall, the storytelling has potential but may require patience and a willingness to navigate its complexities.
- “This is a great science fiction story with a ton of interesting paths and deeply emotional, cathartic moments.”
- “The story takes a while to get going but once you start putting together the pieces of the puzzle the experience you get is up there with the best in the genre like the Zero Escape series.”
- “Enjoy an immersive story, fully voiced and boasting multiple endings!”
- “Way too many mysteries embedded along the story, and it was easy for me to get tired of staying curious.”
- “The story is heavily fragmented and ties together in the end with big gaps in between each chapter stage.”
- “And as for the story, most aspects of what's going on make absolutely zero sense, which threw me off for large portions of the game.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and immersive, while others criticize it for being repetitive and generic. Several users noted similarities to soundtracks from other games, suggesting a lack of originality. Overall, while the music is described as functional, it fails to leave a lasting impression for many players.
- “Pleasing art, engaging story, immersive music, and multiple character routes.”
- “Talking about the music in particular, I got vibes from both Corpse Party and I Walk Among Zombies.”
- “The music and voice acting is pretty good.”
- “Art and music are on the weak side.”
- “Then you'll just get to listen to the repetitive OST as it loops through the same generic songs until you finally mute the music.”
- “But the soundtrack seems to propagate doubt, calling me names and tempting me to cheat.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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37%
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The gameplay is a mix of adventure and puzzle-solving modes, reminiscent of the Zero Escape series, appealing to fans despite some abstract and challenging puzzles. While it offers an engaging blend of escape room mechanics and visual novel elements, some players find the adventure segments lacking and the puzzle logic overly complex. Overall, it caters to those who enjoy intricate mysteries but may frustrate others with its esoteric challenges.
- “It blends escape room gameplay and adventure/visual novel elements featuring five girls trapped in a vast underground city.”
- “Gameplay is divided into two different types of modes called adventure mode and puzzle solving mode.”
- “Look, I have a PhD in physics, I can understand complicated math and quantum mechanics, but even with walkthrough answers, I still have no idea how to solve some of these - they're way too abstract and esoteric.”
- “Gameplay in the adventure segments is, frankly, bad.”
- “This game is primarily for those of us who desperately want more gameplay like Zero Escape, and are willing to cope with a few bits of puzzle logic nonsense to satisfy that itch while we wait for ZE4.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The graphics feature a beautiful art style, though some users note that the washed-out visuals may require some adjustment.
- “The artwork in this game is beautiful.”
- “The art style is stunning.”
- “You need to get used to the washed-out visuals.”
- “The art style is disappointing.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that while some puzzles are well-designed and enjoyable, many others are tedious and require excessive effort to implement solutions that are conceptually understood, leading to a frustrating grinding experience.
- “A couple of the puzzles are well designed and really enjoyable to solve, but many are tedious. You know those kinds of puzzles where you've figured out the solution conceptually, but need forever to figure out how exactly the game expects you to put this solution into practice? You'll find plenty of those in here.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the story.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, and it felt more like a chore than a fun part of the game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its deeply emotional and cathartic storytelling, featuring a female-led cast that is portrayed as complex individuals with genuine emotional depth, rather than relying on gratuitous fan service. This focus enhances the overall narrative experience, allowing players to engage with the characters' emotional journeys more authentically.
- “This is a great science fiction story with a ton of interesting paths and deeply emotional, cathartic moments.”
- “The lack of gratuitous fan service, especially with a female-led cast, was an unexpected sight, allowing more focus on them as genuine people with emotional baggage rather than their assets.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a tense, post-apocalyptic setting infused with psychological horror elements, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the logical and immersive soundtrack, which complements the gameplay and lingers in their minds, making it memorable. The combination of these elements creates a compelling environment that resonates with fans of the genre.
- “If you're looking for a post-apocalyptic survival game with a tense atmosphere, psychological horror elements, and puzzle solving, you'll enjoy what this visual novel has to offer.”
- “The tracks felt very atmospheric and logical to the current situation; they often appear in my head, so I added a few, like the opening theme and the more stressful ones, to my 'best visual novel OST' playlist.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features excellent voice performances, including familiar actors from the Corpse Party series, but it is currently not well-optimized for PC, which may deter some players given its full price.
- “However, its full price can be hard to swallow for some people, especially considering that it is not optimized for PC yet.”

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ABYSS OF THE SACRIFICE is a puzzle game.

ABYSS OF THE SACRIFICE is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 30 hours playing ABYSS OF THE SACRIFICE.

ABYSS OF THE SACRIFICE was released on December 16, 2020.

ABYSS OF THE SACRIFICE was developed by INTENSE.

ABYSS OF THE SACRIFICE has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its music.

ABYSS OF THE SACRIFICE is a single player game.

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