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Fatal Twelve

Overall, my experience with Fatal Twelve could be represented with a bell curve. The game starts somewhat rough with a number of underdeveloped characters, but once that weight is shed, it really takes off and becomes a great experience. The handling of some of the final story revelations, though, manages to cool my opinion of the game a bit. Even with those complaints, though, I can’t say I was ever bored while reading through this story. I found myself constantly enjoying the tale being told, even through the weaker moments. The plot isn’t an Earth-shattering game changer in the slightest, but it was still a fun and occasionally thrilling read from front to back. At a budget-friendly $20 at the time of writing, Fatal Twelve is easily recommendable as a quick and entertaining read between more intensive games or stories. It’s not the greatest take on a death game story I’ve seen, but it’s a great 'popcorn flick'-style story with some interesting characters and themes.
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89%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization
93% User Score Based on 348 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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About Fatal Twelve

Fatal Twelve is a single player casual simulation game with mystery, anime and violence themes. It was developed by LYCORIS and was released on March 29, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

Shishimai Rinka was a high schooler who ran a small café named Lion House in place of her grandmother. She lived her life much like any other person her age, but one day, she was caught up in an explosion while returning home on the train alongside her friend, Hitsuji Naomi. In an attempt to save her friend's life, she shields her on instinct the moment the explosion goes off, losing her life in t…

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93%Audience ScoreBased on 348 reviews
story157 positive mentions
monetization1 negative mentions
  • Engaging and emotional story with well-developed, relatable characters that evoke strong emotional investment.
  • Beautiful and consistent artwork complemented by a fitting and immersive soundtrack and high-quality Japanese voice acting.
  • Unique death game premise mixing mystery and philosophical themes about fate, regret, and human connection, with a heartfelt yuri romance as a significant subplot.
  • Limited meaningful player choices and narrative branching, with many decisions feeling inconsequential and some reliance on deus ex machina plot devices.
  • Pacing issues including slow starts and some uneven or dragged-out sections that reduce suspense and immersion.
  • Some translation inconsistencies, occasional grammar errors, and minor technical issues such as bugged achievements and abrupt scene transitions.

  • story

    471 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 65% neutral mentions, 2% negative mentions

    Fatal Twelve offers a compelling and emotionally gripping death game story centered on fate, morality, and human connections, with well-developed characters that evoke empathy and complex relationships. While the narrative starts slow and includes some pacing issues, predictable twists, and occasional plot conveniences, its thoughtful writing, multiple endings, and subtle yuri elements create a mature, heartfelt experience that resonates deeply. Fans of mystery and character-driven visual novels will find its unique approach and thematic depth rewarding despite some flaws in execution.

    • “The themes covered by the plot are often dark and tragic, but they're handled quite tastefully, especially in comparison to some other visual novels, and the scenes that serve as the culmination of various characters' story arcs often interweave genuinely emotive writing with fitting music and stunning art in a way that makes the scenes emotional and, in some cases, utterly heartbreaking.”
    • “Fatal twelve is an experience I would put forth even to those who dislike visual novels as it displays a compelling, serious, and heart-wrenching story that I've yet to experience elsewhere in the medium.”
    • “It's a death game story, a love story, and a story about connecting with others.”
    • “The story relies heavily on deus ex machinas to prevent the protagonists from solving anything themselves—and this problem becomes more prominent as the game progresses instead of being confined to the early chapters.”
    • “The plot often resorts to convenient resolutions and offscreen reveals to prevent protagonists from independently solving mysteries or facing consequences.”
    • “Regarding the cast of participants, many have little to no background and have almost nothing interesting to say; the most baffling example of this was a girl that was never mentioned save for a brief moment in the entire play, at one point I thought she would be some sort of trump card or secret schemer in the background and I wanted to be surprised by it, however, the moment she gets revealed you realize that the writer simply forgot she was in the story and thought to himself 'oh man I need to add this character now, ok let's write her off in two minutes' and her "story" literally takes 30 seconds away to the plot for no reason.”

  • music

    106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    52% positive mentions, 44% neutral mentions, 4% negative mentions

    The game's music is widely praised for its emotional depth, atmospheric quality, and strong contribution to key scenes, often enhancing the overall mood and immersion. While many find the soundtrack captivating and fitting, a few critics note occasional mismatched track choices, repetitive or stock-like compositions, and technical issues with looping or timing. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant strength, with standout tracks that leave a lasting impression and complement the game's art and story effectively.

    • “Its soundtrack effectively shifts between emotional, suspenseful, and reflective moments, enhancing the mood of every major scene.”
    • “The themes covered by the plot are often dark and tragic, but they're handled quite tastefully, especially in comparison to some other visual novels, and the scenes that serve as the culmination of various characters' story arcs often interweave genuinely emotive writing with fitting music and the aforementioned stunning art in a way that makes the scenes emotional and, in some cases, utterly heartbreaking.”
    • “The music slaps, setting the mood from "ominous tea party" to "contemplating your fleeting existence." and some of the characters are genuinely interesting, even if their motivations sometimes make less sense than putting pineapple on pizza.”
    • “Some of the tracks are nice, but a few sound like stock iMovie songs and the actual choice for which songs go where didn't always fit the scene.”
    • “The music sucks, it just sounds like a bunch of bland royalty free music which sorta takes you out of the scenes.”
    • “After a while I had to mute it and start playing my own music.”

  • graphics

    54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    52% positive mentions, 42% neutral mentions, 6% negative mentions

    The game features a beautiful and polished art style that blends Japanese and Western influences, with detailed, expressive character artwork and a soft, dreamlike color palette enhancing emotional scenes. The visuals are complemented by a strong, pleasant soundtrack and well-executed voice acting, creating an immersive and aesthetically pleasing experience despite some minor inconsistencies in character art styles and scene transitions. Overall, the graphics are highly praised for their quality and emotional impact, making it especially appealing to visual novel fans.

    • “The character artwork is detailed and expressive, helping important emotional scenes resonate more effectively.”
    • “The graphics for Fatal Twelve are absolutely beautiful; every scene is beautifully detailed and I could look at them for hours.”
    • “The game’s aesthetic is polished and appealing, with the soft pastel color palette lending the story an almost dreamlike atmosphere.”
    • “Though detailed and well designed, certain characters seem to follow different art styles which makes it disorienting when looking at them together with other characters.”
    • “My most subjective negative part of this game is the art style.”
    • “Also, each character seems to have two artworks, one facing left and one facing right instead of just mirroring the image.”

  • emotional

    54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Fatal Twelve delivers a deeply emotional and thought-provoking narrative centered on character depth and personal tragedies, effectively engaging players with heart-wrenching and relatable stories. Its expressive artwork, compelling soundtrack, and strong voice acting enhance the emotional impact, creating an experience that resonates long after completion. While some pacing issues and info-dumping slightly dilute moments, the game remains a moving rollercoaster and a standout for emotionally driven visual novels.

    • “Fatal Twelve is a visual novel that takes a familiar concept—a battle among individuals fighting for a second chance at life—and transforms it into a deeply emotional and thought-provoking experience.”
    • “The themes covered by the plot are often dark and tragic, but they're handled quite tastefully, especially in comparison to some other visual novels, and the scenes that serve as the culmination of various characters' story arcs often interweave genuinely emotive writing with fitting music and stunning art in a way that makes the scenes emotional and, in some cases, utterly heartbreaking.”
    • “The game consistently demonstrates that understanding others can be just as important as defeating them, creating a story that feels mature and heartfelt.”

  • gameplay

    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    15% positive mentions, 74% neutral mentions, 11% negative mentions

    The gameplay of Fatal Twelve is typical of a visual novel, centered on reading, making choices, and exploring multiple endings with minimal interactive mechanics. While the story and characters show strengths, the gameplay elements, including mystery-solving, feel simple and occasionally shallow, lacking innovative or engaging mechanics beyond standard branching paths. Overall, it offers around 20-40 hours of narrative-driven play but may not satisfy those seeking more complex gameplay interactions.

    • “As a visual novel, gameplay primarily revolves around reading, making choices, and exploring multiple narrative paths.”
    • “If you're someone who doesn't really care for story alone and prefers gameplay or interaction, it honestly may not be for you - the story only really branches when it's time for an ending, even - but if you're a story enjoyer like me make sure not to miss out on this VN!”
    • “I got around 23 hours of gameplay out of it (though some people read faster than I do), there are multiple endings and choices to make.”
    • “Players looking for extensive gameplay mechanics may find the interactive elements relatively simple.”
    • “The entire thing was a good experience, though it certainly is a visual novel, with no real gameplay elements besides the odd choice.”
    • “You don't interact with the death game's mechanics.”

  • character development

    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    45% positive mentions, 41% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The game features impressive and expressive character designs that effectively represent personalities, complemented by strong and meaningful character development for most characters. While a few characters receive less focus, the story provides deep emotional insights and well-explored backstories, enhancing player engagement. Overall, the character work is praised as a standout aspect that enriches the narrative experience.

    • “A significant portion of the characters also show some significant character development through the story which is appreciated.”
    • “The character development was on point leading up to each character from their past to present.”
    • “There is a lot to reflect on and there is so much time, information and character development that occurs it was very much worth the initial Kickstarter price for me.”
    • “I understand the need to give characters motivations, but many of these backstories serve merely as substitutes for actual character development.”
    • “- The characters and character development are very sound, though there are a few that don't get that treatment.”
    • “The character design, while nothing special and tropey, can be quite nice in some places.”

  • atmosphere

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game effectively blends everyday settings with a polished, dreamlike aesthetic to create a unique and appealing atmosphere, enhanced by fitting music and color use. While certain scenes achieve a strong, epic mood, frequent shifts between suspenseful and casual moments sometimes undermine a consistent sense of urgency. Overall, the atmosphere is engaging and complements the story well, though it may not fully meet expectations of tension typical in battle royale themes.

    • “The contrast between ordinary everyday settings and the eerie atmosphere of the supernatural competition is handled particularly well, creating a world that feels both familiar and unsettling.”
    • “The game’s aesthetic is polished and appealing, with the soft pastel color palette lending the story an almost dreamlike atmosphere.”
    • “I cherish the use of colors that represent the situation and atmosphere.”

  • humor

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is consistently praised for its genuine laughs and well-timed jokes that provide levity amidst a grim background. Players appreciate the cheerful and goofy characters that add charm and emotional balance throughout the experience. Overall, the humor enhances engagement and enjoyment without feeling forced.

    • “Never felt bored during the playthrough because there are jokes and funny moments here and there.”
    • “Aside from the rather grim background, I appreciate the humor that pops up here and there.”
    • “They definitely made me genuinely laugh.”

  • optimization

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's optimization is well-executed, delivering smooth graphics and performance that enhance the overall experience without technical issues.

  • monetization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The monetization in the game is subtle and intertwined with the unfolding story, with promotional content becoming noticeable primarily towards the end rather than disrupting the overall experience.

  • stability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game's stability is generally solid with minor technical issues, primarily related to buggy achievements that sometimes require replaying or re-selecting options to unlock. These issues do not significantly impact overall gameplay.

  • grinding

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Grinding in the early game is slow and tedious, characterized by long periods of repetitive tasks interrupted by occasional bursts of action.

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70%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews
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Play Times

31h Median play time
29h Average play time
23-40h Spent by most gamers
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Fatal Twelve is a casual simulation game with mystery, anime and violence themes. Common tags for Fatal Twelve include indie, hentai, lgbtq+, trading, female protagonist and others.

Fatal Twelve is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 29 hours playing Fatal Twelve.

Fatal Twelve was released on March 29, 2018.

Fatal Twelve was developed by LYCORIS.

Fatal Twelve has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Fatal Twelve for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Fatal Twelve is a single player game.

Similar games include The Letter, Kindred Spirits on the Roof, Winds of Change, Synergia, Love Ribbon and others.