Deathless Death

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Deathless Death is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Dream Delivery Center and was released on November 13, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Deathless Death is a narrative puzzle game with psychological thriller elements where you play as a priest uncovering the hidden truths behind four sinners' confessions. Through carefully listening and interpreting their elusive words, you unravel complex pasts and intertwined fates connected by a mysterious woman. The game challenges you to see beyond illusions and reveal the reality beneath.

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Audience ScoreBased on 53 reviews

story7 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The art style is unique and visually appealing, enhancing the overall experience.
The game offers an intriguing story with deep themes of introspection and redemption, making it thought-provoking.
It's a free game that provides a short yet profound experience, with replayability due to the choices made throughout.

The story can be confusing and lacks coherence, making it difficult for some players to engage fully.
Puzzles are often too easy, which may detract from the overall challenge and enjoyment of the game.
The user interface is clunky and can be frustrating, leading to a less enjoyable gameplay experience.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it intriguing and thought-provoking, while others criticize it for being confusing, poorly constructed, and lacking depth, particularly in its treatment of sensitive themes. The beautiful art style enhances the experience, but many feel the narrative falls flat or is overly simplistic, with some elements feeling forced or problematic. Overall, while the story has moments of introspection and metaphor, it struggles to resonate with all players.
- “The story is super interesting and there's lots of details, though it gets confusing in the end.”
- “It attracts players to dig out the story behind and think about similar situations in one's own life.”
- “An intriguing story paired with absolutely beautiful art and visuals.”
- “The story's confusing but not in an interesting way.”
- “I don’t believe anyone who seriously contemplates religions, religious or not, would be satisfied with the depth of this story.”
- “The first story felt pointless, with a girl who seemed to overreact, and the dialogue came across as trying too hard to be profound or emotional.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and beautiful art style, which many reviewers find captivating and reminiscent of a sketchbook brought to life. While the visuals are often described as stunning and innovative, some players feel that the overall content and story do not live up to the artistic quality. Overall, the art style is a significant highlight, drawing players in despite mixed feelings about the gameplay and narrative.
- “An intriguing story paired with absolutely beautiful art and visuals.”
- “An artistic masterpiece, a game which deserves a lot of praise for its innovation, art style, theme, and its storytelling.”
- “The graphics aren't great.”
- “I got tricked into the game due to its religious-ish setting in the modern world and actually enjoyed pretty much the first four chapters with its classy aesthetics.”
- “Visuals are charmingly offbeat, like a sketchbook came to life.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many users noting its relaxing qualities and suitability for classical music lovers. While some appreciate the innovative integration of music with gameplay and visuals, a few express disappointment with specific musical choices. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant highlight that complements the game's artistic style.
- “Smooth plot, beautiful music, and fascinating style!”
- “Art style is really well done and the music tops it off in my opinion.”
- “Relaxing music and atmosphere”
- “I feel horribly sorry for the pick of music and creation of the art within the game and wished that I was illiterate, in which case I would have been able to enjoy it with much less pain.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its whimsical mechanics and beautiful art, though some players find it can become tedious over time. While the innovative elements and convenient save points are appreciated, the overall experience is described as shallow, typical of visual novels, relying heavily on compelling writing to engage players.
- “I love the convenient save points and mechanics that assist in getting all endings.”
- “This was such an honor playing; the art was absolutely beautiful and so was the gameplay.”
- “A game with amazing art (at least for a classical music lover like me, but the visuals are also great and symbolic), the gameplay is rather innovative.”
- “The controls and actual gameplay felt whimsical at first but quickly became tedious.”
- “So at its core, this is a visual novel -- that is to say, the gameplay is shallow, which is fine in a visual novel as long as the writing is compelling.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers moderate replayability due to its decision-driven narrative, allowing players to explore different outcomes despite being light on puzzles and interactivity. The emphasis on dialogue and story depth encourages multiple playthroughs to experience various narrative paths.
- “It's pretty light on puzzles and interaction, but heavy on dialogue and story. It goes pretty deep, and there's also replayability given the decisions.”
- “The choices you make really impact the story, making each playthrough feel unique and encouraging you to explore different paths.”
- “With multiple endings and character arcs, the game invites you to replay it to uncover all the secrets and outcomes.”
- “The game lacks significant replayability due to its linear storyline and predictable outcomes.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there isn't much incentive to play again since the choices don't lead to drastically different experiences.”
- “While the narrative is engaging, the limited branching paths make replaying the game feel more like a chore than an exploration.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is characterized by relaxing music that enhances the overall experience, creating a soothing and immersive environment for players.
- “The relaxing music and atmosphere create a perfect backdrop for immersion.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly soothing, making it a joy to explore.”
- “I was captivated by the serene ambiance and calming soundscapes throughout the game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be initially engaging but ultimately tedious, leading to a sense of frustration as the gameplay becomes repetitive.
- “The controls and actual gameplay felt whimsical at first but quickly became tedious.”
- “Very tedious.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game has received criticism for its first story, which some players found to be lacking depth and coherence, with a protagonist perceived as overly dramatic and dialogue that feels forced in its attempt to convey profound emotions.