Everlasting Summer
- November 19, 2014
- Soviet Games
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Get on Apple Store"Everlasting Summer" is a unique visual novel game where the protagonist, Semyon, falls asleep and wakes up at a pioneer camp during summer. He must navigate complex relationships, solve mysteries, and decide whether to return to his old life. The game features touch controls and is optimized for iOS devices. However, there may be issues with previous saves after updating.
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Reviews
- The game offers a lot of replay value with numerous choices and multiple endings, making it engaging and fun to explore.
- The story is well-written and immersive, with a unique setting in Soviet Russia that adds depth to the experience.
- It's a free visual novel that delivers high-quality art, music, and emotional storytelling, making it a must-try for fans of the genre.
- Some players found the initial art style off-putting and the beginning of the story slow, which may deter some from continuing.
- There are minor grammar and spelling issues present in the text, which can detract from the overall experience.
- Certain routes in the game can lead to disappointing or confusing endings, leaving some players unsatisfied with their choices.
- story56 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its suspenseful and immersive nature, with many players enjoying the multiple endings and character development that encourage replayability. While some found the initial pacing slow and the writing in need of editing, others appreciated the emotional depth and variety of themes, ranging from romance to horror. However, a few reviewers criticized the narrative for being overly simplistic or leaning towards eroticism, which detracted from their overall enjoyment.
“The story has such an incredible use of suspense, making you want to play it again and again to solve puzzles and get different endings.”
“The story is so touching and deep; some moments in the game made me cry.”
“It has a fantastic story with different routes (which I always love if done correctly), amazing soundtrack, and amazing characters which are easy to get invested in.”
“The story starts off slightly bland and lacking much 'action', but it soon changes and you will find yourself hoping you are making the right choices.”
“My understanding of this game's storyline is: 'man feels his life is hopeless but something surreal happens and he can now meet all these stereotypical women whose sole purpose is to change his life and maybe sleep with him.'”
“After 20 minutes, the poorly edited text is too draining, and my interest in the storyline fades, since the plot revolves around 'how many hot girls can I fall in love with - and sleep with?'”
- music20 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and quality, although some find it repetitive. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's ability to enhance the storytelling and overall experience, with many expressing a desire for the original soundtrack to be available for purchase. Overall, the music is considered a significant strength, complementing the game's impressive art and engaging narrative.
“It has a fantastic story with different routes (which I always love if done correctly), amazing soundtrack, amazing characters which are easy to get invested into.”
“Great story, great music, and great art.”
“The music and art are excellent, and the game captures the Soviet feel very well.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are described as simple yet atmospheric, with some users appreciating the fantastic artwork. While the character designs may lack complexity, the immersive story compensates for this as players become more engaged over time. Overall, the visuals are seen as naive and suggestive, but they contribute to the game's intriguing narrative.
“The artwork in it is also fantastic.”
“Ok, the story is fairly immersive from the start, the graphics are beautiful and atmospheric, and the concept is interesting.”
“The graphics of the characters are rather simple, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“If you can look past the naive and suggestive graphics, the completely different extreme outcomes possible from seemingly innocent choices make this visual novel interesting.”
“The graphics are simplistic, which may not appeal to everyone, but the story does improve as you progress.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its deeply touching story, filled with emotional moments that resonate strongly with players, often leading to tears. Reviewers highlight the effective use of conflict to enhance the emotional impact, resulting in a memorable experience that many would gladly revisit.
“The story is so touching and deep; some moments in the game made me cry.”
“The game is full of touching moments and has no shortage of conflict.”
“10/10 would cry again.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its numerous choices and multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different decision paths. This variety in gameplay ensures that each playthrough can yield a unique experience.
“Lots of replay value as there are many different choices and endings.”
“A lot of decisions that will lead to multiple endings, which gives the game a good replayability value.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by the main character's honest and relatable thoughts, effectively capturing the spontaneity of impulsive ideas. This blend of authenticity and wit resonates well with players, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“The main character's thoughts are honest and humorous, and the writer really captures how certain impulsive thoughts can pop into someone's head.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its immersive storytelling and beautiful graphics, creating an engaging experience. However, some users feel that the text could be significantly condensed to enhance the overall flow and impact.
“The story is immersive from the start, the graphics are beautiful and atmospheric, and the concept is interesting.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this game is notably minimal, with users expressing disappointment over the lack of engaging mechanics or activities.
“There's not much gameplay in this game.”
