Demonheart: The Cursed Trial
- November 13, 2023
- Rolling Crown
Get on SteamIn "Demonheart: The Cursed Trial," play as a demonheart with regenerative powers, fighting for survival in a dark world of magic and deceit. With a customizable name and hundreds of conversation choices, experience a captivating story filled with two male love interests, intrigue, and plot twists. You and seven others have been abducted by an unknown force, and a demonspawn reveals that some of you are demonhearts - but who will survive? Voice acting will be added in the full release.
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Reviews
- The story is well-written and intriguing, with complex characters that keep players engaged and guessing.
- The art style and graphics are beautiful, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The game offers a variety of choices that influence the protagonist's personality and the storyline, making it feel interactive and immersive.
- The game currently has limited romance options, with some characters feeling cliché or unappealing.
- There are complaints about the pacing being slow and some dialogue choices feeling dry or lacking depth.
- As an early access title, players have experienced technical issues and a lack of content, leading to frustration for those expecting a complete game.
- story34 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story of the Demon Heart series is praised for its intriguing plot, well-developed characters, and beautiful art, making it a standout in dark fantasy storytelling. While some reviewers noted issues with plot holes and limited branching, the writing quality and engaging mysteries keep players invested. Overall, it is recommended for fans of rich narratives, fantasy, and romance, despite some initial reservations about the new art style.
“Amazing story and characters.”
“Definitely a 'must have' for those who love a rich dark fantasy story.”
“Story is intriguing and very well written and the art is beautiful.”
“It is illogical and a clear missing plot hole.”
“While I wasn't gripped as immediately as the first Demonheart game (and on some level I miss the old less anime art style but this new style is absolutely fine), I was surprised how quickly I ended up becoming invested in figuring out the mysteries in the storyline.”
“While I'm not really leaning towards any of the available love interests at the moment - being more invested in the other parts of the plot - they're certainly not one-dimensional.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received positive feedback, with users praising the beautiful artwork and atmospheric design that complements the fantasy and demonic themes. While some players miss the previous art style, they find the new anime-inspired visuals to be well-executed and engaging. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the immersive experience of the storyline.
“It's well-written, has great artwork, an atmospheric soundtrack and sucks you right in.”
“Beautiful graphics and great characters.”
“The artwork is delightful and well done, and suits the fantasy/demonic theme.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its haunting quality and atmospheric presence, effectively complementing the beautiful artwork and fantasy/demonic theme. Reviewers appreciate how the soundtrack immerses players in the experience, enhancing the overall ambiance alongside the stunning visuals.
“The backgrounds and sprites are beautiful, the music is haunting, and I love the ambience, particle effects, and sounds.”
“The artwork is delightful and well done, perfectly suiting the fantasy/demonic theme, and the music complements it beautifully.”
“It's well-written, has great artwork, an atmospheric soundtrack, and sucks you right in.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its captivating writing, impressive artwork, and immersive soundtrack, which together create a compelling and sinister environment. Players appreciate the memorable characters that enhance the overall experience, drawing them deeply into the game's world.
“It's well-written, has great artwork, an atmospheric soundtrack, and sucks you right in.”
“Memorable characters and a sinister atmosphere.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often derived from the irony of players complaining about excessive reading in a visual novel, highlighting the absurdity of their expectations. This self-referential humor resonates well with the audience, adding a layer of comedic enjoyment to the experience.
“I think it is hilarious when someone complains that they have to read too much... when playing a visual novel.”
