dUpLicity ~Beyond the Lies~
- January 8, 2015
- ROSEVERTE
Get on SteamdUpLicity ~Beyond the Lies~ is a romance mystery visual novel with romancable guys. Different with the usual dating sims, the main purpose of the game is to find out the truth hidden in the past.
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Reviews
- The game features an intriguing and unique story that evolves with each playthrough, providing depth and layers to the narrative.
- The art style, while different, is appreciated by some players for its uniqueness, and the character designs stand out from typical anime tropes.
- The game has a free demo available, allowing players to try it before committing to a purchase.
- The gameplay is repetitive and heavily reliant on grinding stats, which can detract from the overall experience and make it feel tedious.
- There is a time limit imposed on gameplay, which can lead to frustration as players may feel rushed and unable to explore all options.
- The audio quality is criticized for being poorly compressed, which can detract from the immersive experience of the game.
- story28 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story of "Duplicity" is a memorable and evolving sci-fi narrative that captivates players with its intriguing plot and emotional depth, despite some criticism of the art quality. While the pacing can feel slow, with grinding required to reach significant plot points, the narrative ultimately rewards players with surprising twists and a heartfelt experience. Overall, it stands out as a unique tale that encourages players not to judge it by its cover.
“From playing Roseverte's games, there's always been an intriguing plot that catches me by surprise, and continues to be memorable.”
“Each playthrough the story evolves.”
“But it was a story that touched my heart, and I wanted to give it a positive review in hopes that other people might continue to play and find the mystery hidden behind a deceptive cover.”
“Once in a while, the game disturbs your grinding cycle with a story event (aka actual visual novel content).”
“Story: will get you through the night... lol”
“This is a plot I won't forget, and it proved to me once again to not judge a book by its cover, that's why I opened with that statement to anyone reading this review.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this visual novel is criticized for being repetitive and lacking depth, with a limited action point system that leads to monotonous cycles of activity. Players find the grinding unnecessary and detrimental, resulting in a boring experience that fails to engage with character development or interesting mechanics, especially when compared to other titles in the genre. Overall, the gameplay is seen as unchallenging and uninspired.
“This is a visual novel, so this review starting with gameplay means you know something's up.”
“Other games I've played have included plenty of other random events happening and opportunities to showcase characters and their personalities... and other game mechanics.”
“The gameplay, as others have noted, is a mixed bag.”
“In those kinds of games, you have a limited number of action points per day, so there's a cycle of 'press work button 3 times then go to sleep'... and that was considered sufficient gameplay.”
“I didn't like the grinding as it felt very unnecessary and detrimental to the gameplay.”
- grinding16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding in the game is widely criticized for being tedious and unfulfilling, often interrupting the flow of the story with repetitive tasks that fail to reward players with meaningful plot developments. Many reviewers feel that the grinding detracts from the overall experience, making it difficult to engage with the narrative or explore alternative endings. Comparisons to other games highlight that the grinding here lacks the payoff seen in more successful titles.
“The grinding kills the game.”
“You're grinding in hopes you'll get to an interesting plot point, but it takes forever just to get to any meaningful events.”
“I didn't like the grinding as it felt very unnecessary and detrimental to the gameplay.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a unique art style that diverges from typical modern anime aesthetics, presenting taller character designs that some players appreciate. While the character graphics are described as fitting and not overly polished, there has been criticism regarding the art style, which has affected the developers' confidence in their own character designs. Overall, the graphics are seen as a refreshing change, though opinions on their quality vary.
“I like this game :) The art style is different - but it isn't a bad thing.”
“The main girl and the two male leads are really tall instead of those modern anime art styles where women look and sound like they're 14, so that's a huge point for the game.”
“I've heard criticism about the art style to the point that Roseverte no longer wants to draw their own characters, so that's a shame.”
“The character graphics themselves feel just right to me - not a lot of special effects, and it doesn't feel too perfect that I feel like I don't deserve to see it.”
“The main girl and the two male leads are really tall instead of those modern anime art styles where women look and sound like they're 14, so that's a huge point against the game.”
- music6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's music is noted for its distinctly Japanese style, effectively capturing the atmosphere, though some players find it occasionally obnoxious and not entirely fitting. Overall, while the sound design is appreciated, it has room for improvement.
“The sounds and music for the game have a distinctly Japanese feel, effectively capturing the atmosphere of the scenes.”
“The sounds and music for the game sound quite Japanese, and they all do a good (but not perfect) job of capturing the scene.”
“That and the music at times was obnoxious.”
“Music?”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive graphics and compelling audio design, which together create a captivating and engaging environment for players. Reviewers note that these elements significantly enhance the overall experience, drawing players deeper into the game's world.
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game lacks emotional depth, with many players finding it neither touching nor engaging. Overall, it fails to evoke any significant emotional response.
