Everlasting Summer

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Everlasting Summer is a single player action game with romance, drama and thriller themes. It was developed by Soviet Games and was released on November 19, 2014. It received positive reviews from players.

Semyon, a poster child contemporary chan culture consumer, falls asleep in the bus, only to wake up in front of the gates of Sovyonok, a pioneer camp of the late Soviet Russia. Everlasting Summer is a time-warping, mind-bending visual novel with some eroge content, produced by the collective efforts of Russian chan communities.

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story860 positive mentions

grinding13 negative mentions

story
2,182 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Everlasting Summer" is a complex and emotionally rich narrative that intertwines themes of nostalgia, personal growth, and existential reflection, set against the backdrop of a Soviet-era summer camp. Players navigate through multiple branching paths and endings, each revealing deeper layers of the overarching plot and character development, making it a compelling experience that encourages replayability. While some reviews note pacing issues and translation errors, the overall consensus highlights the game's ability to evoke strong emotions and provide a thought-provoking journey.
- “The story pulls you into a surreal, thought-provoking journey through a summer camp, filled with mystery, character development, and unexpected twists.”
- “The characters are relatable, and the story, while fantastical, feels grounded in real emotions.”
- “The story is intriguing, ranging from lighthearted romance to existential horror and metaphysical sci-fi, somehow never feeling tonally out of place.”
- “A promising atmosphere lost in a labyrinth of slow pacing and weak storytelling.”
- “The story unfolds in a slow, often meandering fashion, dragging through lengthy dialogue scenes that rarely push the narrative forward or develop the characters in meaningful ways.”
- “The story is dull; I spent an hour playing and the story didn't seem to develop at all.”
music
764 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Everlasting Summer" is widely praised for its emotional depth and ability to enhance the game's nostalgic and immersive atmosphere. Composed by Sergey Eybog, the soundtrack features a diverse range of tracks that effectively match the game's various moods, from calming melodies to more intense rock pieces, making it a standout element of the experience. While some players noted occasional repetitiveness, the overall consensus is that the music significantly contributes to the storytelling and emotional impact, leaving a lasting impression long after gameplay.
- “The art and soundtrack set a nostalgic, dreamlike tone that enhances the emotional resonance of the story.”
- “The music tells its own story.”
- “The soundtrack is beautiful and diverse.”
- “The soundtrack is serviceable and at times fitting, but its repetitiveness further detracts from the game’s atmosphere, making longer play sessions feel more like a chore than an immersive escape.”
- “The music in the game is okay, nothing too memorable about the music that kept me humming anything later throughout my day.”
- “The soundtrack isn't memorable though it does fit the appropriate scene they are played with.”
graphics
407 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful backgrounds and unique art style, while others criticize the inconsistency in character designs and the varying quality of artwork across different scenes. Some players find the visuals charming and immersive, contributing positively to the overall experience, while others feel that the character sprites lack detail and cohesion. Overall, the game showcases a blend of appealing visuals and artistic ambition, though it struggles with a lack of uniformity in its graphical presentation.
- “The artwork brings this idyllic yet slightly eerie world to life with vibrant, hand-drawn visuals.”
- “The graphics are fantastic, the artwork is well done and of a high standard, the story is entertaining and you do not feel it drags on anywhere.”
- “The visuals are great (especially after the uncensored mod) and the story is just mind-blowingly good.”
- “Unfortunately, despite its strong aesthetic foundation, the game struggles significantly to live up to its potential.”
- “The graphics suffer from having many different art styles and can seem inconsistent.”
- “The character artwork looks more like something from DeviantArt than professionally done, but the backgrounds are gorgeous, and the sound fits the mood.”
emotional
246 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its depth and impact, with players noting that each storyline contributes to a rich emotional tapestry that evokes a range of feelings from nostalgia to heartbreak. The art and soundtrack enhance the emotional experience, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that resonates with players. While some critiques mention pacing issues and character development, the overall consensus is that the game offers a profound emotional journey, making it a must-play for fans of visual novels seeking heartfelt narratives.
- “Each storyline adds another layer to the overarching narrative, weaving together into a complete emotional tapestry.”
- “The art and soundtrack set a nostalgic, dreamlike tone that enhances the emotional resonance of the story.”
- “It’s more than just a visual novel; it’s an emotional journey.”
- “At first, I thought it was going to be a boring story. After completing the first route, I thought the others were going to be the same. Oh, fool me.”
- “A boring story.”
- “Very boring story, very unlikeable protagonist, stupid characters, generic art style.”
atmosphere
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive quality, blending nostalgia, emotional depth, and a unique setting reminiscent of a Soviet summer camp. Players appreciate the effective use of music and sound design, which enhance the overall experience and evoke a range of feelings, from warmth to melancholy. However, some critiques mention that pacing issues and repetitive soundtracks can detract from the otherwise captivating atmosphere.
- “What really stands out to me about this game is the immaculate atmosphere.”
- “It is a carefully woven tapestry of nostalgia, inner struggles, and self-discovery, wrapped in the atmosphere of a strange summer that lasts beyond time.”
- “The sounds and melodies beautifully complement the visuals, establishing a warm atmosphere and immersing players in the world of the game.”
- “A promising atmosphere lost in a labyrinth of slow pacing and weak storytelling.”
- “The soundtrack is serviceable and at times fitting, but its repetitiveness further detracts from the game’s atmosphere, making longer play sessions feel more like a chore than an immersive escape.”
- “The artwork sadly wavers from triple-A quality to mediocre fanart, which sometimes damages the atmosphere as characters change the art style from one scene to another.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of this visual novel is characterized by its simplicity, primarily involving dialogue choices that influence the storyline, with minimal mechanics beyond reading and clicking. While some players appreciate the engaging narrative and extensive replayability due to multiple endings, others find the lack of complexity and interactive elements disappointing. Overall, the game offers a substantial amount of content for a free title, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre, despite its basic gameplay structure.
- “The gameplay is relatively simple but incredibly engaging.”
- “With massive replay appeal, hours of interesting gameplay, and a plot that can drive even the manliest of men to tears, Everlasting Summer is everything you'd want out of a visual novel, and more.”
- “The characters, the story, the emotions, the background, the music, the sound effects... everything has done remarkably well in this game and the overall gameplay is beautiful.”
- “There are no voice actors, or gameplay outside of making choices and reading the conversations that come out of it.”
- “With the rather disappointing graphics and voice acting, the game has already achieved a maximum score of below average and coupling it with the gameplay only resulted in this game being an absolute nightmare to play.”
- “The gameplay itself is pretty simple, and probably the most bland, as it has the typical 'main' part of the story where you make choices which follow along the same path, then the 'ending' where you get whichever ending you were going for.”
humor
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The humor in this game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it both entertaining and perplexing. While some moments are genuinely hilarious, often stemming from character interactions and witty dialogue, others may fall flat or be lost on those unfamiliar with specific cultural references. Overall, the game balances humor with deeper emotional themes, resulting in a unique experience that can evoke laughter, nostalgia, and even sadness.
- “A beautiful short visual novel, filled with fun twists and funny achievements.”
- “The comedy in this one is top-notch funny; the sad moments are sad, they hit really hard.”
- “The main character's thoughts are honest and humorous, and the writer really captures the way certain impulsive thoughts can pop into someone's head.”
- “Some of the characters joke in-game, but it's not funny for the player nor for the other characters, who seem to get offended very easily at everything.”
- “Right from the start, the guy confesses that he's not funny, can't make jokes, and would much rather watch anime all day for a job.”
- “The writing can be a bit cringey, but the writer makes hilarious self-mocking remarks about his writing and the pictures, which are for the most part quite lovely actually, via the protagonist's monologue.”
replayability
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The game boasts high replayability due to its numerous branching paths and multiple endings, with players encouraged to explore different choices to fully experience the story. Many reviews highlight the engaging narrative and well-developed characters, which contribute to a compelling reason to replay the game. Overall, it is considered one of the more replayable visual novels, offering significant content and variety for players.
- “The various routes offer diverse experiences, making for a replayable and thought-provoking journey.”
- “The game has a lot of replayability, considering the multitude of different endings.”
- “With 13 different endings, this game offers immense replay value, and if you are a completionist like me, there are tons of artwork to unlock, which you can view later in your gallery.”
- “The typical multiple endings are not just variable-end-scene; each time through is familiar, but the dialogue changes often enough to keep you from speeding through, and it does it so well that it's not a bore to sit through just to look for the alternate dialogue. There is replay value a-plenty here.”
- “The game was made with replayability in mind; on redundant playthroughs, you'll have the options you selected previously grayed out. You can still select them, but it allows you to see what choices you've already made so you don't accidentally do the same thing twice.”
- “It is a visual novel, and visual novels do have the tendency to have low replayability because it takes you a while to read it.”
character development
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Character development in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the depth and emotional engagement it offers, while others find it slow or lacking in impact. Many highlight the appealing character designs and the variety of plot paths, though some criticize the characters as feeling flat or overly reliant on clichés. Overall, while the character development has its strengths, it often struggles to fully resonate with players, particularly in the context of a limited timeframe for storytelling.
- “The story pulls you into a surreal, thought-provoking journey through a summer camp, filled with mystery, character development, and unexpected twists.”
- “I love that you have many different endings, interesting character developments, and storylines.”
- “The character development, the plot(s), the artwork, and everything are amazing.”
- “While it has moments of beauty and intrigue, these are overshadowed by slow pacing, weak character development, and a lack of impactful choices.”
- “I couldn't relate to the main character at all; mopey, no goals in life, lacks personality or character development beyond the basic 'I'm a lonely dude drifting through life.'”
- “The story and character development were disappointing, as were the dialogues.”
grinding
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly when attempting to achieve all possible endings, as it often requires repetitive actions and illogical decision-making without clear guidance. While some features help alleviate the grind, many still feel that the need to replay sections and navigate through excessive dialogue detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant flaw, leading to a lack of satisfaction and engagement.
- “We did a pretty good job so far... then I got 4 different bad endings, tried to get all endings possible (13), but I got stuck in a cul-de-sac unable to get a new ending. For some endings, you just have to do a completely random thing (or, even worse — a chain of unrelated things) with no way of knowing what you're supposed to do and why, with no hints whatsoever. They're just illogical, and without guides, you can either stumble upon them randomly (which is unlikely) or by grinding and redoing the game again and again, just slightly changing your decisions in hopes of getting a new ending. I think it's a game flaw.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This can get tedious, especially since many dialogues and events repeat themselves even when you're on a different route.”
monetization
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The game is praised for its monetization model, being completely free to play with no microtransactions, ads, or hidden costs, providing a genuine gaming experience without financial strings attached. Players recommend it as one of the best free games on Steam, emphasizing its lack of intrusive monetization tactics.
- “It's free to play - no microtransactions, no ads, nothing, just game :)”
- “Give it a try and play it (after all, it's not made by EA, so it's safe from microtransactions).”
- “Really free, no microtransactions, no strings attached.”
- “It's by far the best free-to-play game on Steam with absolutely no hidden costs or in-game purchases.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy, with users reporting issues across multiple PCs and experiencing unresponsive achievements, making it largely unplayable for some.
- “The game runs smoothly without any bugs.”
- “I was able to enjoy the game for roughly 30 minutes without encountering any issues.”
- “I tried to play this game on 3 PCs and uninstalled twice to get buggy achievements working, sadly.”
- “Buggy, not really playable.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game has received a positive review, with users appreciating the overall performance, including visuals, writing, and music, contributing to a well-rounded experience. The optimization score stands at 6, indicating room for improvement but generally satisfactory performance.

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14h Median play time

24h Average play time

7h Main story

28h Completionist

7-30h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 34 analyzed playthroughs

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Everlasting Summer is a action game with romance, drama and thriller themes.

Everlasting Summer is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

The main story can be completed in around 7 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 28 hours to finish. On average players spend around 24 hours playing Everlasting Summer.

Everlasting Summer was released on November 19, 2014.

Everlasting Summer was developed by Soviet Games.

Everlasting Summer has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Everlasting Summer is a single player game.

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