Burn Me Twice
- May 28, 2020
- Null Reference Studio
Get on SteamBurn Me Twice is a narrative adventure that combines investigation segments to explore the town of Düstenburg with trials that test your knowledge about the case.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a fun and engaging detective story with unique mechanics, such as the ability to traverse the realm of the dead.
- The art style and music are beautifully crafted, creating a charming atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- Despite being a free game, it offers a surprising amount of depth and complexity, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate narrative-driven adventures.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that can lead to frustrating experiences, including softlocks and unresponsive controls.
- The saving system is problematic, often requiring players to replay sections due to autosave issues or lack of manual save options.
- Some gameplay mechanics, particularly in combat and puzzle-solving, feel unpolished and can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- story66 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and well-developed narrative, featuring a unique premise involving a nocturnal witch and themes of witchcraft, humor, and mystery. Players appreciate the depth and charm of the storyline, complemented by beautiful graphics and a captivating atmosphere, although some have noted issues with predictability and bugs that hinder progression. Overall, the story is considered a standout aspect, making the game enjoyable despite its flaws.
“The developers obviously believed in the story and they put lots of effort into building it.”
“The story is great and quite unique, the graphics are beautiful (love the lighting) and if you like low poly, well, you will be well served.”
“The story kept me interested the entire time, and when I wasn't playing the game, my mind was turning about how I could get to the next milestone in the game.”
“I restarted, and progressed all the way until just before the game's end, only to learn further that myself and many other people are unable to complete it due to another, more devastating bug, which makes skeletons unkillable, and therefore prevents you from moving forward with the story.”
“Its like I was playing the guide to a puzzle game I couldn't lose with a story that has the originality of Fortnite.”
“Most of the game just feels like a fetch quest walking simulator.”
- graphics34 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their unique and cute aesthetic, reminiscent of the PlayStation 2 era, with beautiful art styles and appealing lighting. However, some players noted issues with optimization, bugs, and lag, which can detract from the experience. Overall, while the visuals may not be top-tier, they contribute positively to the game's charm and atmosphere.
“The graphics are beautiful and the world feels linked really well together; the puzzles are complex but not impossible, and the story really keeps your attention. Overall, I loved this game.”
“I absolutely loved every graphic aspect of this game.”
“The story is great and quite unique, the graphics are beautiful (love the lighting), and if you like low poly, well, you will be well served.”
“The graphics are terribly optimized and there's no way of changing their settings to compensate.”
“Some mention the 'glitchy' graphics.”
“Actually, I can't play the game because I have like 10 fps and there are no graphics options to change, so I can't do anything about it.”
- gameplay28 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of investigation and exploration, heavily inspired by the Phoenix Wright series, with players interviewing NPCs and collecting evidence. While the mechanics are generally smooth and the atmosphere is engaging, some users reported issues such as softlocks, bugs, and a lack of dynamic elements in certain areas, which detracted from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, many appreciated the cute graphics and the dual-world concept, though some felt that the gameplay could benefit from more interactive elements.
“The art is gorgeous, the plot is super cool, and the gameplay is super smooth and interesting.”
“The core gameplay consists of interviewing NPCs and collecting evidence for the various investigations.”
“It seems to be heavily inspired by the Phoenix Wright series, similarly splitting gameplay into investigation phase, where you hunt for clues and evidence, and trial phase where you present what you've found in court.”
“I stayed because of the Phoenix Wright style of gameplay, but I gave up because I got softlocked.”
“It's a cute adventure game without too much gameplay involved.”
“Clues and investigation are nice, but the gameplay is terrible.”
- stability15 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been widely criticized for its numerous bugs and glitches, which significantly impact gameplay and stability. Many players report issues such as unresponsive controls, event triggers failing, and the need to restart due to game-breaking errors. While some users experienced fewer problems, the overall consensus is that the game's stability is a major concern, making it difficult to recommend without caution.
“I would love to recommend this game if and only if it wasn't this buggy.”
“This is a very buggy game!”
“The idea of the game is pretty good, but the game itself is very buggy and glitchy; I can't even move to the next location due to a bug.”
- music12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its variety and emotional depth, effectively enhancing the atmosphere and complementing the storyline. Many players find it stirring and fitting for the game's themes, expressing a desire to purchase the soundtrack separately. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's immersive experience.
“The medieval mystery game is perfect for those who enjoy a thorough magical investigation; it has an adorable and spooky art style and the soundtrack fits perfectly.”
“The music is varied and really quite stirring at times.”
“There is also quite a lot of drama and even comedy conveyed from the music.”
“Background music suits the atmosphere and I do like the concept that witches carry blessings and curses.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating the funny characters, witty dialogue, and amusing situations, such as humorous glitches. The blend of witch-themed storytelling and lighthearted moments contributes to an enjoyable and entertaining experience, making it a standout aspect of the game.
“I didn't expect much from a free game, but I actually enjoyed the original story, the funny characters, and the graphic style.”
“A short storytelling indie game that has a mix of witch drama, humor, and puzzles.”
“Very 'witchy', chill, investigative indie game with parts of funny dialogue and stealth.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized, with players reporting the need for high-performance settings to achieve smooth gameplay, which is unexpected for a short free title. Many users experienced lag and bugs, indicating that the game may require a more powerful PC to run effectively, suggesting significant room for improvement in optimization.
“When you first boot the game, you can tell the visuals will be stunning, although you may need a pretty decent computer for it to run smoothly.”
“I had to push my settings to high performance (same used for AAA) to be able to play the game smoothly, which I was not expecting for a short free game.”
“I don't know if it's my PC or poor optimization, but this game was also laggy as hell, which made the little puzzle sections so much worse.”
“Additionally, there are some bugs and a glaring lack of optimization.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its captivating and stunning qualities, enhanced by fitting background music and a unique concept involving witches carrying blessings and curses. Players find it highly enjoyable, though some express a desire for more depth in the experience.
“The atmosphere of this game is incredible; it's highly enjoyable and captivating. I only wish there was more to it.”
“The atmosphere of the game is stunning.”
“Background music suits the atmosphere, and I do like the concept that witches carry blessings and curses.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the innovative ghost/normal switch mechanic and the inclusion of a hat feature, which together help to alleviate the tedium often associated with grinding in the game.
