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Doppelgänger

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100% User Score Based on 66 reviews

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Doppelgänger is a single player action game. It was developed by HOLOSTARS English and was released on December 21, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Doppelgänger" is a visual novel by the HOLOSTARS English team, featuring an alternate universe where the player is torn between their memories of TEMPUS and doppelganger characters based on its members. With unique routes, a true end, and stunning artwork, the game explores the theme of violence and addresses suspicious motivations in this twisted world. The ultimate goal: uncover the truth and return to the guild.

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music12 positive mentions
humor3 negative mentions
  • The game features amazing art, well-written stories, and a strong emotional impact, making it a memorable experience for fans.
  • It successfully blends horror elements with humor and references to the Holostars, creating a unique and engaging narrative.
  • Players appreciate the depth of character development and the quality of voice acting, which enhances the overall immersion in the game.
  • The game is relatively short, with some routes taking less than an hour to complete, leaving players wanting more content.
  • Several achievements are bugged, preventing players from fully completing the game and causing frustration.
  • Some players felt that the ending was abrupt and could have benefited from a longer resolution to the story.
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers noting that it complements the characters and storylines effectively. The sound design is described as solid, and the music is considered enjoyable and fitting for each route, contributing significantly to the game's immersive experience. Overall, the combination of music, voice acting, and art creates a captivating vibe that resonates well with players.

    • “The music is incredibly good and the sound design is solid.”
    • “I also love the voice acting, the art is amazing, and the music was just a vibe!”
    • “Personally, the music was very enjoyable and it felt perfect for each route.”
    • “They could've made a visual novel with low-quality free sound effects and overly familiar stock music, but I'm pleased their chosen sound design supported the game's atmosphere nicely.”
    • “The backgrounds, character graphics, music, writing, and character design are completely well thought out according to the personality or lore of the Tempus boys.”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is praised for being wonderful, thoughtful, and emotionally engaging, with an intriguing setup surrounding the main character's name that hints at potential plot twists. Additionally, the overall presentation, including art, music, and dialogue, enhances the narrative experience, contributing to a satisfying true ending.

    • “The story is wonderful, thoughtful, and emotion-provoking.”
    • “There's also this eerie setup of the main character's name (are you sure about your name? What was your name?), so I expected there to be a plot twist for the main character.”
    • “The art is beautiful, the music, sound/visual effects, CG, story, dialogue, and true ending are all nice.”
    • “There's also this eerie setup of the main character's name (Are you sure about your name? What was your name?) so I expected there to be a plot twist for the main character.”
  • emotional
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its impactful storytelling and horror elements, which evoke strong feelings despite its short and linear structure. Players appreciate the heartfelt effort behind the game's creation, noting that the emotional beats enhance the overall experience, even if some achievements are difficult to unlock.

    • “It's short and somewhat linear, but makes up for that straightforward single ending with the horror aspects and some emotional beats.”
    • “A heartfelt thank you for all the hard work you've put into creating this, amazing job!”
    • “Games are fun, enjoyed the CGs, stories were interesting, unsure about 2 of the achievements though I went back to try to get it but it wouldn't trigger for emotional turmoil and bully.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its meta references and absurd characters, such as the "horribly unfunny showman" and the "yan abandoned automaton," which many players find amusing. The integration of humor with the game's lore and achievements adds an extra layer of enjoyment, particularly highlighted by memorable moments like the achievement with Axel. Overall, players appreciate the blend of humor and storytelling, making for a fun and engaging experience.

    • “The meta humor and references from across some Tempus streams are hilarious. Finishing this game, as of writing, during Tempus Vanguard's anniversary is a mistake; the huntsman's route broke me, and the lore is enjoyable and fun to theorize about.”
    • “The humor falls flat, with jokes that feel forced and unoriginal.”
    • “The attempts at humor often miss the mark, leaving me more confused than amused.”
    • “While the visuals are stunning, the comedic elements are painfully unfunny.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are noted for their serious and impactful presentation, with detailed and graphic descriptions that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the commitment to high-quality visuals that contribute to the game's intensity.

    • “The graphics are stunning, with incredible attention to detail that truly immerses you in the game world.”
    • “The visual effects are breathtaking, making every scene feel alive and dynamic.”
    • “The character designs are beautifully rendered, showcasing a high level of artistry and creativity.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's sound design effectively enhances its atmosphere, avoiding generic stock music and instead opting for choices that complement the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate this thoughtful approach, which contributes positively to the immersive quality of the game.

    • “They could've made a visual novel with low-quality free sound effects and overly familiar stock music, but I'm pleased their chosen sound design supported the game's atmosphere nicely.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is praised for its thorough integration of backgrounds, music, writing, and design, all of which are meticulously aligned with the personalities and lore of the Tempus boys, creating a cohesive and immersive experience.

    • “The backgrounds, character graphics, music, writing, and character design are completely well thought out according to the personality and lore of the Tempus boys.”
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Doppelgänger is a action game.

Doppelgänger is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Doppelgänger was released on December 21, 2023.

Doppelgänger was developed by HOLOSTARS English.

Doppelgänger has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its humor.

Doppelgänger is a single player game.

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