Gods of the Twilight
- November 14, 2023
- Volutian Design
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Gods of the Twilight" is an episodic cyberpunk visual novel where old magic meets new technology. Play as two protagonists, Althea and Farkas, as they discover their supernatural abilities and uncover ancient truths in a world on the brink of Ragnarök. With fully voiced dialog, players can explore various relationships and alliances while navigating a complex web of gods, monsters, and human factions.
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Reviews
- The story is engaging and well-written, with intriguing characters and a complex plot that keeps players guessing.
- The voice acting is top-notch, with authentic accents that enhance the immersion and emotional depth of the characters.
- The game features meaningful choices that impact character relationships and story progression, making each playthrough feel unique.
- The pacing can be slow at times, especially in the early chapters, which may frustrate players looking for immediate action.
- Some players may find the amount of content currently available in Early Access to be limited, with only a fraction of the planned chapters released.
- There are occasional typos and minor issues in the writing that could detract from the overall experience, though these are expected to be fixed in future updates.
- story43 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story of *Gods of the Twilight* is highly praised for its depth and complexity, with engaging characters and a captivating narrative that keeps players invested, especially with its cliffhanger endings. While the game features some railroading and limited choices compared to other visual novels, the dual perspectives of the main characters, Farkas and Althea, allow for a rich exploration of relationships and plot development. Overall, players are excited about the potential of the story as it unfolds, eagerly anticipating future chapters.
“I feel that there is so, so much more to come in the story, but as long as the writing doesn't nose dive in quality, I think it is a solid 9 out of 10 for me - (for context, that's more than I would give Fate/Stay Night!)”
“The story is so interesting that I started playing and just... didn't stop.”
“I loved the story so much, and I got attached to the characters, even getting emotionally invested in the ones who come off as being more shady.”
“It’s certainly enough to get a hang of the story, but it’s quite impossible to predict at this time what will happen next (especially with chapter 5 ending in a massive cliffhanger) or what the actual essence of the plot is.”
“While at the beginning of the game, you are presented with a choice between playing as Farkas or as Althea, this ultimately has no relevance to the story, as it’s used (at least for now) solely to determine the order in which the scenes are shown.”
“The writing is so catchy that you won’t be bored reading through it, even if it doesn’t add any noticeable plot progression.”
- music11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with the opening menu track particularly praised for setting an exciting tone reminiscent of anime. While some players feel that the music doesn't stand out significantly, it is noted for its variety and quality, complementing the game's writing and voice acting effectively. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the experience without overshadowing other elements.
“The opening menu music, in particular, left me feeling primed like I was in for an exciting anime series or something of the like.”
“The musical score is on par with the well-voiced main and secondary characters.”
“As for the music, there's a good variety of tracks, and I enjoyed listening to them.”
“Because only the opening menu music really hit me, I would give it a 6 out of 10.”
“The rest of the main characters, as well as the secondary ones, are equally well-voiced and the musical score is on par.”
“Sound design: the music has a wide variety from 'medieval chorus' to 'futuristic techno'.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics are well-received, featuring solid character designs that blend decent sprites with unique art pieces, all presented in a cohesive 90's anime style. The visuals effectively adapt to the mood of the scenes, with softer aesthetics for happier moments and more intense visuals for grim battles, complemented by high-quality voice acting.
“I think the character designs are all solid and meet a perfectly good standard within the visual novel spectrum, with a good mixture of decent character sprites and unique art pieces.”
“The visuals have a cohesive style, but do change with the mood or tone of a scene.”
“Happier childhood memories are a softer aesthetic than the grim battles.”
“All the characters have this unique 90's anime style to them, which I like very much!”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both funny and compelling, often laughing throughout their experience. The characters contribute significantly to the comedic elements, and the inclusion of humorous consequences adds to the overall enjoyment. Additionally, the music complements the humor effectively.
“Seeing the consequences of my choices was quite humorous.”
“I love the characters and found myself laughing throughout.”
“I enjoyed the humorous points and thought the music was quite nice too.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay features numerous choices that enhance the storytelling experience, allowing players to engage with the narrative from multiple perspectives. The introduction and five chapters incorporate interesting mechanics that make the game accessible and enjoyable, even for those unfamiliar with the genre.
“While I'm not that familiar with the genre, I appreciate how the game adds some interesting mechanics so that even an outsider like me can enjoy it without feeling like I'm 'just reading a book'.”
“As for the gameplay, numerous choices are presented throughout the story, which currently consists of an introduction (which has parts one to three from both Althea's and Farkas' sides) and five chapters.”
“Now that I've gone over the story and gameplay, I'll move onto my thoughts.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the character designs in the visual novel are praised for their solid quality and unique artistic elements, the reviews do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the narrative.
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the story and characters, highlighting their investment even in morally ambiguous figures. This attachment enhances the overall gaming experience, making the narrative more impactful.
“I loved the story so much, and I got attached to the characters, even getting emotionally invested in the ones who come off as shady.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game received mixed feedback, with some users finding the blend of 3D and 2D animation ineffective, while praising the writing and performances.
