Abyss Veil

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Abyss Veil is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Zorrio and was released on November 12, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Abyss Veil is a genre-blending first-person shooter and visual novel set in a war-torn world where Ivy searches for her missing brother while trapped in the brutal Whitehounds. Meanwhile, Mel escapes Mars to become a mercenary Knight pilot amid shifting political powers. The game explores forgotten histories and hidden truths behind a fractured interplanetary conflict.

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story7 positive mentions

Abyss Veil is a deeply immersive mixed-genre experience with strong world-building, character development, and a captivating story that keeps players engaged.
The game features enjoyable gameplay mechanics, particularly in its fixed-camera horror segments and first-person combat, which provide good tension and excitement.
Despite its rough edges, the game showcases a unique artistic vision and a sincere narrative that resonates with players, making it a hidden gem worth exploring.

The dialogue can feel immature and overly reliant on slang, which may detract from the overall narrative experience for some players.
Some levels are excessively large and can lead to confusion or frustration, especially when players need to reboot sections or navigate through foggy environments.
The game suffers from balancing issues, particularly in the back half, where limited resources and enemy encounters can lead to frustrating gameplay moments.

story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a central strength of the game, characterized by a blend of character and political drama, angst, and melancholy. While the narrative arc is engaging and filled with unexpected twists, some players found the character interactions inconsistent and the dialogue occasionally lengthy. Overall, the writing is praised for its depth and emotional resonance, keeping players intrigued about the unfolding mysteries and character developments.
- “The story feels to me to be the main strength, and as I realized it was building into some kind of character/political drama, I got more and more excited to see where things would go.”
- “This story took so many unexpected turns that it kept me captivated for the whole around 8 hours it took me to beat.”
- “The story is incoherent and juvenile, but it's also sincere and occasionally moving.”
- “Anyhow, once you finish the more open section of the game, you're put back on the rails for a good long while until you manage to 'complete' the big mission it's all been leading up to.”
- “The first chapter did a good job of creating a satisfying mini-narrative arc for the main characters; each reaches a significant narrative climax. At the same time, main plot mysteries are not truly resolved and more are introduced, so it does keep you hooked about what might happen in the next chapter.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as a mix of simple art styles reminiscent of early 2000s anime and rough 3D visuals, creating a unique aesthetic that varies significantly between levels. While some areas showcase impressive textures and thematic depth, others feel sparse and lack detail, leading to an inconsistent visual experience. Overall, the game's graphics contribute to its quirky charm, though they may not appeal to everyone due to their uneven quality.
- “Sometimes it feels like playing an old Medal of Honor, sometimes like Resident Evil, yet it stays consistent, with the graphics and overall weirdness tying everything together.”
- “The area with the skater boss had good use of texture, graffiti in that case, which is somewhat of a rare aesthetic in this game where you actually add some colors and detail on walls.”
- “The care that the developer puts into the level design also feels very sporadic; sometimes it's dull with no textures, and sometimes it actually has some neat aesthetic going for it, even with a sense of escapism depending on the level.”
- “This game is rough around the edges, featuring 3D first-person shooter gameplay mixed with intervals of 3rd-person tank controls and 3D/2D cutscenes in between, showcasing a 2000s-2010s beginner or early anime art style.”
- “The care that the developer puts into the level design feels very sporadic; sometimes it's dull with no textures, and other times it actually has some neat aesthetics going for it, even with a sense of escapism depending on the level.”
- “Graphics seem reminiscent of 'Cruelty Squad,' but my comparisons are limited to the psychedelic FPS genre.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a standout feature, blending fixed-camera horror elements with first-person combat and a variety of gameplay styles, including visual novel and survival horror. Players appreciate the effective pacing, diverse environments, and increasing challenge of enemy encounters, alongside charming hand-drawn cutscenes and a nostalgic PSX aesthetic. While the mechanics may feel rough at times, the shifting perspectives and engaging sequences, particularly the mech segments, contribute to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “The pacing is well done, swapping between different gameplay styles, varied locations/themes, increasing variety and difficulty of enemy encounters, and a few varied boss fights sprinkled throughout.”
- “Most cutscenes are hand-drawn, while the gameplay uses a PSX-style look that adds a lot of charm.”
- “Gameplay is fun; the different styles and perspectives are very interesting.”
- “The gameplay switches between visual novel to survival horror to FPS.”
- “Gameplay stays pretty much the same throughout, bar the awesome mech sequences.”
- “This game is rough around the edges, featuring 3D first-person shooter gameplay mixed with intervals of 3rd person tank controls and 3D/2D cutscenes in between, also showcasing a 2000s-2010s beginner or early anime art style.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful and ambient design, enhancing the overall atmosphere, particularly during calmer moments. Reviewers appreciate the great soundtrack and its ability to complement the game's emotional tone, contributing to an engaging experience.
- “The soundtrack is beautiful, especially in the calmer moments.”
- “I did like the music; it usually had that ambient/melancholy tone which helps with the atmosphere.”
- “The music design is good.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is generally praised for its depth and quality, contributing to an engaging story. However, some users noted inconsistencies in character interactions, which slightly detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the writing and character arcs are considered strong points of the game.
- “In general, the world-building, character development, and drama development are all great thus far.”
- “The story and character development were great, and I'm interested in its direction, but I felt like the character interactions weren't always solid.”
- “In my opinion, the game is give or take fine; the story is interesting, character development is amazing, and overall, the writing part of the game is really well done.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a mix of goofy and clever humor that resonates well with players, adding charm to its ambitious design. Reviewers appreciate the funny moments and the overall lighthearted tone, which contribute to the game's unique appeal despite its budget constraints.
- “The game has a few funny moments that I enjoyed, and the music is great.”
- “I think it's really impressive for a first game; there's soul to it, ambition, and it's really goofy and funny.”
- “Despite the superficial impression, it feels like the developer is making his masterpiece no matter what it takes. It's cheap and has grand scale at the same time, which I find a bit funny.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its ambient and melancholy music, which users appreciate for its ability to create an immersive experience, though it's unclear if the soundtrack was specifically composed for the game.
- “I really enjoyed the music; it had an ambient and melancholy tone that enhanced the atmosphere of the game.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world and making every moment feel significant.”
- “The combination of visuals and sound design creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”