Cemetery Mary

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A story about a girl who loves the cemetery. When her parents go missing, she receives a mysterious text...

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 289 reviews

story62 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Cemetery Mary features a charming art style and well-developed characters that create an engaging experience.
The game offers multiple routes and endings, providing a rich narrative with surprising twists that keep players invested.
As a free game, it delivers exceptional value with its depth, emotional storytelling, and replayability.

Some players found the pacing slow at times, with lengthy dialogue that could detract from the overall experience.
The true ending may feel disconnected from the earlier parts of the story, leaving some plot points feeling unresolved.
Certain character routes can lead to frustrating outcomes, especially if players are unaware of the choices needed to achieve better endings.

story
157 mentions
39 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The story of the game is highly praised for its depth, engaging characters, and multiple endings that encourage replayability. Players appreciate the intricate plot twists and emotional investment, although some note pacing issues and occasional predictability. Overall, the narrative is described as captivating, with a blend of horror, mystery, and charm that keeps players hooked throughout their experience.
- “Very quickly, I was fully engrossed in the story being told, the world that forms the set piece of the story, and the incredible characters who inhabit it.”
- “All of the different endings, revolving around the game's three other main characters (Crowven, Reginald, and Twyla) are all incredibly diverse, going off in wildly different directions, while also sharing many key story elements between them in unique and clever ways.”
- “The overall story is very interesting, and it definitely warrants several playthroughs, because the different endings can vary so much from each other, and there are a lot of mid-game scenes I never even saw.”
- “I wasn't too sure about this game at first; I figured it was going to be a short story with 1 or 2 routes since it was free.”
- “It's not a bad game, I want to say that first and foremost, maybe it just wasn't entirely for my personal taste, but I found myself plenty of times getting interested, hyped, then completely and utterly bored for long periods of time. It feels like the plot is advancing, yeah, but at the same time it also feels like the characters talk so much the plot never moves.”
- “I found the resolution in the true ending slightly disappointing because there wasn't sufficient foreshadowing, so the major plot point behind the whole thing hadn't ever really been mentioned.”
graphics
50 mentions
48 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cute art style, which features vibrant colors, memorable character designs, and stunning visuals that enhance the overall experience. Many players find the artwork to be a standout aspect, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and storytelling. Despite some minor flaws, the graphics are considered a major draw, making the game highly recommendable, especially for fans of visual novels.
- “Everything about it - the character designs, the backgrounds, the vibrant colors, the expressiveness, the moodiness, the occasional dynamic use of camera angles/character poses/visuals in general, it's all stunning to look at!”
- “The graphics and art style are phenomenal, and I had a lot of fun with a decent amount of playtime. Definitely recommend to anyone who has some extra time on their hands, plus it's free!”
- “This game has stunning artwork, gorgeous music, and a collection of interesting characters that you just can't help but fall in love with.”
- “The visuals overall and designs are very charming!”
- “The art work is really well done and fits the tone of the game.”
- “I don't play visual novels that much because I'm quite particular on the art styles and storylines that interest me, but this game was fantastic!!”
music
20 mentions
55 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its charm and ability to enhance the atmosphere, fitting well with the art style and mood of various scenes. However, some users criticize the soundtrack for being repetitive or of lower quality, with certain tracks being described as borderline intolerable. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's aesthetic, opinions vary on its execution and variety.
- “The music and ambient sounds of the game for the most part help to set the mood, but at other times seemed to add a bit of humor or lightheartedness to what would have been a serious moment.”
- “I think the music is fun and cute at times but also ominous or extreme at times as well depending on what is happening, and I think it fits the cartoony drawing style of the characters. Some games don't even give you much option of music, and I'm glad this has cool music like it does.”
- “This game has stunning artwork, gorgeous music, and a collection of interesting characters that you just can't help but fall in love with.”
- “The one thing I really couldn't stand was the music; I think it was all taken from free online sources. Most of them were borderline tolerable, but the one song that comes on when there's people fighting I really couldn't listen to.”
- “While the music does work to indicate an argument along with the background art, the sound also can detract from the seriousness of the moment.”
- “Overall, the game has a great idea, good aesthetics, and a 'meh' execution, but falls short on the soundtrack, story continuity, and depth.”
emotional
14 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players describing it as sweet, touching, and capable of evoking deep feelings, including tears and existential reflections. Many reviewers highlight the well-written characters and story, which create a compelling mix of heartwarming and heartbreaking moments, leaving a lasting impact that encourages replayability to uncover all endings. Overall, the game is seen as a profound experience that resonates with players on a personal level.
- “I've never been more emotionally shaken from a game before.”
- “Reginald made me cry & gave me an existential crisis that lasted for more than 3 hours, please I need someone like him.”
- “This story was so good and really got me emotionally invested.”
gameplay
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for being fun and entertaining, offering many hours of engaging content with various twists and turns. Critics and players alike appreciate the balance of gameplay elements alongside the art and character design, making it a standout experience.
- “It received favorable reviews from critics on account of its fun and entertaining gameplay.”
- “Many hours of gameplay for all the different twists and turns.”
- “The art, characters, gameplay, and endings were all brilliant.”
replayability
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through multiple routes and choices, allowing players to explore various endings, including good and true endings that are influenced by RNG. While the number of routes is manageable, it provides enough variety to keep players engaged and encourages them to replay the game, especially since it is free to play.
- “If you do get a bad ending, do not fret; it is probably designed for replayability.”
- “Another great thing is that this game is free to play and it's replayable, so you can play it again if you want to explore the other endings.”
- “So in regards to that, if you do get a bad ending, do not fret; it is probably like this for replayability.”
- “There are quite a few routes—not enough to feel overwhelming, but enough to add a lot of replay value to the game.”
- “I really like the art style and the characters were cool, and the story was really interesting. Another great thing is that this game is free to play and it's replayable, so you can play it again if you want to explore the other endings.”
character development
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is highly praised for its stunning designs, memorable personalities, and atmospheric visuals, which contribute to a rich and immersive experience. Players appreciate the depth and expressiveness of both major and minor characters, making them unforgettable and engaging throughout the gameplay. The combination of dark themes and vibrant art style enhances the overall impact of the characters.
- “The character designs are top-notch and the lighting in some scenes is fittingly atmospheric.”
- “All of the characters, major and minor, stick in my head as soon as they are introduced, both with their personalities and their character designs.”
- “I love how dark this game gets, the art style, multiple endings, and character designs.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on an emotional level.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, which detracted from my overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “Despite the interesting premise, the characters don't evolve throughout the story, leaving them feeling one-dimensional.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its top-notch character designs and fitting lighting, which enhance the emotional depth of the story. The small cast effectively interacts, creating a compelling dynamic, particularly highlighted in the relationships between characters like Crowven and Mary. Overall, the combination of excellent writing and atmospheric music contributes to a heart-wrenching yet heartwarming experience.
- “The character designs are top-notch and the lighting in some scenes is fittingly atmospheric.”
- “The atmosphere is really good, and even though the cast is quite small, they play off each other quite well. For my favorite characters, it's probably Crowven and [spoiler]Ovidius[/spoiler]. I really like Crowven; even though he can sometimes act like a complete rude person to Mary, the more you learn about him, the more you can see that he does actually care about Mary.”
- “I am going to play it again because I think I missed some things, but it is also really heart-wrenching and heartwarming with excellent writing and very atmospheric music.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is effectively woven into its music and ambient sounds, providing a lighthearted contrast to serious moments. Players appreciate the blend of funny and touching elements, complemented by nice art that enhances the overall experience.
- “The music and ambient sounds of the game, for the most part, help to set the mood, but at other times seem to add a bit of humor or lightheartedness to what would have been a serious moment.”
- “Funny, human, touching, and nice art.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort and persistence to achieve progress or explore all content.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I had to keep grinding until I tried everything I could.”