Fatal Twelve
- March 29, 2018
- LYCORIS
- 31h median play time
Get on SteamIn Fatal Twelve, a visual novel adventure game, a group of twelve individuals are brought together by a mysterious entity after each experiencing a deadly accident. To avoid hangman's noose, they must engage in a life-or-death debate to justify their existence. As the player, navigate multiple choices and branching storylines to uncover each character's secrets and determine their fate.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Playstation 4
Windows
Linux
PlayStation
Reviews
- Engaging and well-executed story with a unique premise that keeps players invested.
- Strong character development, with a diverse cast that evokes empathy and emotional responses.
- Beautiful artwork and a captivating soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
- Some characters and plot points can feel predictable or cliché, detracting from the overall tension.
- Limited choices that often lead to minor variations rather than significant branching paths.
- A few technical issues, such as translation errors and awkward scene transitions, can disrupt immersion.
- story407 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story of "Fatal Twelve" is a gripping and emotional narrative centered around a death game where characters must confront their pasts and make difficult choices for survival. While the yuri romance elements are present, they serve to enhance character development rather than dominate the plot, which is filled with twists and well-crafted arcs for a diverse cast. Despite some pacing issues and occasional info-dumping, the overall execution is compelling, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of visual novels and character-driven stories.
“A gripping story with most of its characters being developed and given consistency.”
“Fatal Twelve is a wonderfully written death game and romance story with canon lesbians and even some gestures towards poly.”
“The story is very interesting, and after a while, you get hooked to see how it ends.”
“The true end drags on with too much info dumping and hand-wavey magic, which kind of killed the emotional impact the story was building.”
“The concept or overall plot idea seems like it could make for something interesting, but it doesn't really do anything good with it.”
“The game just constantly feels like it's going through the motions instead of telling an actual story, which is odd since the game's pacing is perfectly fine.”
- music94 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its emotional depth and ability to enhance the storytelling, while others criticize it for being repetitive or poorly timed in certain scenes. Some players highlight standout tracks and the overall quality of the soundtrack, noting that it complements the game's atmosphere well. However, there are also complaints about the lack of a background music mode and instances where the music feels generic or out of place.
“The music and story are incredible.”
“The art and music are also very well done, helping to immerse the player in the world shown to them.”
“The characters are beautifully written, the plot is entertaining, and the music and visuals are just amazing.”
“The music sucks, it just sounds like a bunch of bland royalty-free music which sort of takes you out of the scenes.”
“Especially in one supposedly intense scene, it switches from a very dynamic and intense track to elevator music and back.”
“Some scenes really benefitted from it, but other times it felt like the music was doing nothing but harm the experience.”
- graphics46 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and detail, showcasing a blend of Japanese and Western art styles that enhance the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the stunning visuals and high-quality artwork, although some note inconsistencies in character designs and abrupt scene transitions. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere, making it a visually appealing choice for players.
“The graphics for Fatal Twelve are absolutely beautiful, every scene is beautifully detailed and I could look at them for hours.”
“Gorgeous art style.”
“The overall art style is somewhat different from what I'm used to, but after some reading it's really grown on me; many of the CGs are of high quality, especially ones pertaining to unique events with characters.”
“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.”
“The visual artwork is fine, but not as plentiful as on some other visual novels.”
“No appropriate ambient noise to complement the visuals that tell the characters are in a park or a crowded subway, for example.”
- emotional38 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with many players describing it as a deeply moving experience that evokes strong feelings, often leading to tears. The narrative focuses on complex character relationships and existential themes, enhanced by high-quality voice acting and a captivating soundtrack. While some found certain emotional beats less effective, the overall consensus is that the game delivers a powerful and unforgettable emotional journey.
“Voice acting is of good quality and manages to capture well the emotional ups and downs of the story.”
“A heart-wrenching unforgettable experience <3 thank you for this.”
“Everything had real emotional weight, and the narrative impacted me emotionally in ways that are very, very rare, because I am a broken husk of a person, dead to the world.”
- character development21 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game features impressive character designs that are both beautiful and distinct, avoiding the common "same-face syndrome." While most characters receive substantial development, some backstories feel more like placeholders than genuine growth. Overall, the character development is praised for its emotional depth and relatability, contributing significantly to the game's engaging narrative.
“It's much more of an emotional take on the popular trope and very focused on character development.”
“The character development was on point leading up to each character from their past to present.”
“Thanks to its beautiful art, interesting story, and good character development, Fatal Twelve delivers a great experience.”
“I understand the need to give characters motivations, but many of these backstories serve merely as substitutes for actual character development.”
“The character design, while nothing special and tropey, can be quite nice in some places.”
“- the characters and character development are very sound, though there are a few that don't get that treatment.”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the visual novel is primarily focused on narrative choices that lead to multiple endings, with minimal interactive elements. While the story is engaging, those seeking traditional gameplay mechanics may find it lacking, as it follows a familiar formula typical of the genre. Overall, it offers a standard visual novel experience with a strong emphasis on storytelling rather than gameplay innovation.
“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, but if you're a story enjoyer like me, make sure not to miss out on this visual novel!”
“As for the gameplay, 'Fatal Twelve' is a visual novel with multiple endings.”
“I got around 23 hours of gameplay out of it; there are multiple endings and choices to make, and the yuri aspect is a huge plus.”
“Keep in mind though, this is purely a visual novel, and there is no gameplay aspect to it whatsoever, only some choices that can change your outcome.”
“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.”
“There's nothing new here in the actual gameplay; if you've played basically any other visual novel in the past decade, you'll be familiar with Fatal Twelve's gameplay.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently engaging, with jokes and funny moments interspersed throughout the playthrough, providing a welcome contrast to the darker themes. Players appreciate the comedic relief offered by characters like Mao, who brings a cheerful and goofy energy, enhancing the overall experience. The humor is well-executed, with a balance of genuine laughter and meaningful emotional moments.
“Never felt bored during the playthrough because there are jokes and funny moments here and there.”
“They definitely have genuinely made me laugh.”
“Aside from the rather grim background, I appreciate the humor that pops up here and there.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally well-received, with users appreciating the effective use of graphics, music, and color to enhance the experience. While some expected a more serious tone, the overall ambiance is considered decent and fitting for the game's scenarios.
“The game's definitely worth playing - story, graphics, music, and atmosphere were either great or at least decent.”
“It definitely adds to the atmosphere.”
“Expected a serious atmosphere due to the battle royale concept, similar to Mirai Nikki.”
“I cherish the use of colors that represent the situation and atmosphere.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its graphics and smooth performance, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the early game to be slow and tedious, characterized by frequent grinding, though it is occasionally punctuated by bursts of action.
“The early game is quite slow and tedious, with periodic bursts of action.”
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay invested in the story.”
