Event-D
- December 17, 2018
- Freedintale Studio
Get on Steam"Event-D" is a single-player sci-fi adventure game, where players join a new mission to investigate the mysterious disappearance of the first manned expedition to colonize Mars. As the crew, including scientists, astronauts, and AI robots, embark on this journey, they uncover a previously unknown side of the universe, challenging their scientific beliefs and the role of humanity in space. The game is a visual novel, offering a thought-provoking story about human exploration of space and questioning what lies beyond our current understanding.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Event-D offers a compelling and thought-provoking sci-fi story with well-developed characters and an engaging plot.
- The 3D artwork and visuals are impressive, enhancing the overall experience and making it stand out from typical visual novels.
- The game features a captivating soundtrack that complements the atmosphere, making the reading experience immersive.
- The game lacks player interaction and choices, making it more of a reading experience than a traditional game.
- There are several grammatical errors and awkward phrasing that detract from the overall quality of the writing.
- The user interface is somewhat unpolished, with minor annoyances such as the need to switch to full screen each time the game starts.
- story42 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story has been widely praised for its compelling narrative, intriguing characters, and well-crafted sci-fi elements, with many users expressing a desire for a sequel to explore unresolved threads. While some critiques mention issues with storytelling techniques and minor translation errors, the overall consensus highlights the story's emotional depth and entertainment value, making it a standout experience for fans of the genre. The pacing and twists keep players engaged, although some wished for more interactive elements to enhance their involvement in the narrative.
“The story is compelling.”
“It has a really well-written story with an interesting world and characters.”
“The story itself knows how to keep a constant flow of events to hook the reader, jumping from an unexpected event to an unsuspected twist, always in a logical way.”
“That could be salvaged by storytelling, and indeed, there’s an interesting, if basic sci-fi story here, but the method of telling it is far too amateur, breaking every rule in the rulebook of storytelling, including telling rather than showing.”
“So, right off the bat, if you are looking for an RPG or a game to make some story-related decisions, this is not it.”
“The game presents a complete story, but it ends with a 'to be continued' text.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their impressive original 3D artwork and aesthetic appeal, offering a refreshing departure from typical anime styles. Reviewers highlight the variety in visuals across different screens, contributing to an engaging sci-fi experience. Overall, the graphics enhance the storytelling and character development, making it a standout in the genre.
“No vampires, ghosts, or awkward waifu romances, just a good old-fashioned Star Trek-style sci-fi adventure with likable characters and an impressive amount of original 3D artwork.”
“I found it aesthetically pleasing.”
“The graphics can be judged by the previews.”
“Also, the visuals in practically every screen will be different in some way from the previous one.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently well-suited to the story's mood, featuring a diverse pool of tracks that avoids repetition. It primarily consists of soothing, futuristic tunes reminiscent of the Mass Effect series, enhancing the atmosphere during both eerie and action-packed moments. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's feel-good experience, showcasing the impressive effort of a single composer.
“Good soundtrack; generally a feel-good game.”
“The music pool is quite large; at no point in the game did I feel that it reused the same tunes repeatedly.”
“In most cases, a general futuristic, soothing music will play.”
“The music and sound effects also help with the atmosphere, especially during eerie and action scenes.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is minimal, with the primary focus being on the narrative rather than interactive mechanics, as players are taken on a journey through outer space to unravel a mystery.
“It doesn’t have any gameplay to speak of; its main feature is really its story, which takes us to outer space to solve a mystery.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game excels in character development, effectively bringing characters to life through thoughtful world-building and depth in their narratives.
“At the same time, it manages to delve enough into the world-building and character development to make them all come alive.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is significantly enhanced by its music and sound effects, which effectively contribute to the tension during both eerie and action-packed moments.
“The music and sound effects enhance the atmosphere, especially during eerie and action scenes.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
“The combination of visuals and audio creates a haunting atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
“The music and sound effects also help with the atmosphere, especially during eerie and action scenes.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a compelling and emotionally charged narrative, delivering drama-filled storytelling that resonates deeply with players.
“Emotional, drama-filled storytelling at its best.”
“The game takes you on an emotional rollercoaster that stays with you long after you finish.”
“I was deeply moved by the characters and their struggles; it felt like I was part of their journey.”
