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Contraindication

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98%Game Brain Score
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gameplay, character development
98% User Score Based on 52 reviews

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Contraindication is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Static Remains and was released on May 8, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Contraindication is a single-player role-playing visual novel combining exploration and puzzles in a dark, gripping story. You follow Reimah, a researcher who becomes her own first test subject, unraveling a narrative filled with twists and haunting themes. With stylized art and 20–30 minutes of gameplay, it offers an intense, atmospheric experience.

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews
story9 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features striking visuals and a unique art style that captivates players.
  • The story is engaging and intriguing, leaving players wanting more despite its short length.
  • The atmosphere and sound design enhance the overall experience, making it a memorable indie game.
  • The game is very short, which may leave players feeling unsatisfied and wanting more content.
  • Player choices do not significantly impact the outcome, which can be disappointing for those seeking deeper engagement.
  • Some players found the narrative to be nonsensical or lacking coherence, affecting their overall enjoyment.
  • story
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is praised for its captivating and intriguing nature, blending surrealism with expressive character design to create a haunting atmosphere. While many players appreciate the "less is more" approach that leaves room for imagination, there is a common desire for a longer narrative, as the game ends on a cliffhanger. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a strong point, with potential for expansion into a more extensive narrative.

    • “Loved the story and the art style; everything about this game was just amazing!”
    • “The characters aren’t designed to be conventionally attractive—they are expressive, raw, and perfectly aligned with the psychological tone of the story.”
    • “As everyone else has said, the story is super captivating and interesting and would be super cool if it was continued.”
    • “You explore a few scenes, the story takes a twist, there's a fairly basic minigame that I guess in theory tests your anatomy knowledge but uses a picture so stylized it ends up being half guessing, then there's a smaller explorable scene, one final bit of narration... and it ends.”
    • “For the most part, it's a 'less is more' story, with the gaps being left to the player's imagination; the counterpart is an exposition-heavy part of the plot in the back half.”
    • “I genuinely wish the story could be longer because the story building was doing so well; you can't leave me in a cliffhanger.”
  • graphics
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their striking visuals and unique art style, which effectively convey an eerie and captivating atmosphere. Many players appreciate the use of color contrasts and the overall aesthetic, noting that it enhances the storytelling experience. Despite the game's short length, the visuals leave a lasting impression, making it a standout feature for fans of indie games.

    • “Very striking visuals, I really want to see more!”
    • “The art style really conveyed the eerie and somber atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The game itself was very short; however, I really liked the game's atmosphere and the art style.”
    • “From the very first scene, the visuals establish a mood that is both unsettling and captivating.”
    • “If you appreciate indie games that use art as a storytelling device, Contraindication delivers a cohesive and haunting aesthetic that stays with you long after the final screen.”
  • atmosphere
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its intriguing art style and effective sound design, creating an eerie and somber environment that enhances the exploration experience. Reviewers appreciate the captivating and intoxicating settings and characters, despite the game's short length. Overall, the combination of visual and auditory elements contributes to a compelling and immersive atmosphere.

    • “A short, but captivating story game, with great art and atmosphere!”
    • “I love the atmosphere and the art style, the settings and characters were intoxicating and might just even become a new obsession!”
    • “The art style really conveyed the eerie and somber atmosphere of the game.”
    • “A small narrative game with a dark atmosphere.”
    • “The game itself was very short; however, I really liked the game's atmosphere and the art style.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by beautiful art and unique mechanics, particularly in its engaging point-and-click style and macabre mini puzzles. Players appreciate the straightforward mechanics that effectively draw them into the enigmatic world and protagonist within a short time.

    • “Beautiful art and unique gameplay!”
    • “Despite its simplicity, the game was able to hook me with its enigmatic world and protagonist in a very short time. I also really liked the puzzle mechanics and overall gameplay of being a sort of point-and-click game.”
    • “The mechanics are pretty straightforward, but I especially liked how macabre the mini puzzle felt.”
    • “Despite its flaws, the game was able to hook me with the enigmatic world and protagonist it presents in a very short time.”
    • “I really liked the puzzle mechanics and overall gameplay of being a sort of point-and-click game.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its captivating emotional depth, highlighted by a distinct art direction that conveys significant emotional weight through minimalistic yet symbolically rich environments. This aspect is considered one of the game's strongest features, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “A super captivating and emotional game.”
    • “One of the game's strongest points is its distinct and emotionally charged art direction.”
    • “Each environment, while minimalistic in structure, carries heavy emotional weight through its composition and symbolic details.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted through a unique visual novel mechanism that enhances the storytelling, particularly with the expressive and surreal character designs. Reviewers express a desire for more exploration of the second character's design, indicating a strong emotional connection and appreciation for the artistic choices that contribute to character depth.

    • “The way these images blend surrealism with expressive character design makes the visual storytelling incredibly effective.”
    • “Plus, the unique mechanism for a visual novel is impressive, and I love the second character design after the main character wakes up; I wish I could see more of that.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
    • “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any meaningful way.”
    • “The characters seem one-dimensional, and their growth throughout the story is minimal at best.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as atmospheric and effective in enhancing immersion, complementing the art style and contributing to an engaging experience. Overall, it is considered good enough to keep players absorbed in the gameplay.

    • “I got really immersed in the art and music of the game, and I didn't even notice all the time that was flying by!”
    • “Cool art, and I guess good enough atmospheric music.”
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Contraindication is a role playing game.

Contraindication is available on PC and Windows.

Contraindication was released on May 8, 2025.

Contraindication was developed by Static Remains.

Contraindication has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Contraindication is a single player game.

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