Half Past Fate
- March 11, 2020
- Serenity Forge
- 9h median play time
A series of charming vignettes about the pursuit of romance.
Get on SteamHalf Past Fate is a charming rom-com adventure following the lives of 6 ordinary people over 8 years. Jump through time and experience relatable stories about dependencies, love, and fate, all presented in a vibrant 3D pixel art style. From CEOs to chefs, learn about their dreams, challenges, and the small moments that bring them together. No information available about the release date or developer.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features charming pixel art and beautiful graphics that enhance the overall experience.
- The interconnected stories of the characters are engaging and well-written, providing a wholesome and heartwarming narrative.
- The gameplay is relaxing and enjoyable, with simple puzzles and fetch quests that allow players to immerse themselves in the story.
- The game is relatively short, with many players feeling it lacks depth and could benefit from more content.
- Some characters are perceived as bland or unlikable, which detracts from the overall emotional engagement with the story.
- The repetitive music and linear gameplay can become tedious over time, leading to a less enjoyable experience for some players.
- story131 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as cute and charming, with a focus on romance and character interactions, though it suffers from pacing issues and a lack of tension. While some players appreciated the non-linear storytelling and the intertwining lives of the characters, others found it disjointed and lacking depth, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its shortcomings, many enjoyed the art style and the feel-good nature of the narrative, making it a pleasant experience for fans of light-hearted story-driven games.
“The story, art, and music are all extremely charming.”
“A lovely story that spans 8.5 years between 6 characters and seeing how they all were connected made me play it all in one sitting.”
“If you enjoy romcoms, a pixel art style, and a very wholesome story that perfectly blends the different paths and stories of every character into an amazing finale, then I recommend this.”
“From my opinion, it was a pretty boring and slow-paced story with no tension or excitement.”
“I lacked interest in the majority of the characters as most of their conflicts and plot were circumstantial to their environments rather than about each character as individuals or even as couples.”
“The story and writing are just as two-dimensional as the characters.”
- graphics62 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning pixel art style, charming character designs, and beautifully crafted environments. Many players appreciate the nostalgic feel and vibrant colors that enhance the overall experience, often highlighting the seamless blend of 2D and 3D elements. Overall, the visuals are described as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
“The graphics are stunning, the music was great, the controls were smooth, the stories were adorable and how they all intertwined was very cleverly done!”
“The by far best thing about this game are the graphics; I absolutely adore the pixel art and 2D in a 3D environment, and it looks even better when it moves than in screenshots.”
“Apart from this completely new 3D/2D concept (at least I've never seen anything like it before), the visuals are simply stunning and obviously made with a whole lot of love and passion behind it.”
“I hate retro games with pixelated graphics; often developers go overboard and make it so minimalistic that it's hard to see things.”
“There were a few bugs/wonky stuff going on with the visuals (maybe 3 or 4 that I screencapped but dunno how to let the devs know), but other than that, the story, characters, and hijinks and art was nice :)”
“The graphics are classic 8-bit styled, which will greatly remind you of your childhood days playing Mario or Contra.”
- music34 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers noting its pleasant and upbeat nature. However, a common criticism is its repetitiveness, with several players expressing frustration over the limited number of tracks, which can detract from the experience during extended gameplay. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, it could benefit from greater variety to maintain engagement.
“Most of all, though, the incredible art style and the amazing music of the game were something special, and had me replaying chapters just to experience it all over again.”
“The story, art, and music are all extremely charming.”
“Similarly, the music is wonderfully upbeat, and the combination of this along with the colorful visuals make it all the more incredibly pleasant for the gaming experience.”
“The music was pretty but did get on my nerves at some point, becoming repetitive quickly.”
“The artwork is really cute, but the same 3-4 songs that are played on repeat were driving me nuts for 10 hours of gameplay.”
“It's a good game, but I had to mute it when the music was too much to bear.”
- emotional30 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "Half Past Fate" is characterized by its wholesome and heartwarming storytelling, focusing on themes of friendship and love. While many players appreciate the cute and cozy atmosphere, some critique the overly cordial interactions as unrealistic, suggesting a desire for deeper emotional engagement. Overall, the game is celebrated for its charming narrative and beautiful art, making it a delightful experience for fans of sweet, romantic tales.
“It offers a slice of life/romance story which is heartwarming and very enjoyable.”
“The art is beautiful and the writing can be very emotional at times.”
“The writing is snappy, wholesome, and downright adorable, with moments of honesty and humor sprinkled throughout.”
- gameplay30 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as simple and relaxing, primarily revolving around fetch quests with minimal puzzle elements, which some players find repetitive and lacking in excitement. While the straightforward mechanics and pleasant music contribute to a feel-good experience, many reviewers note that the gameplay can become monotonous over time, with a desire for more variety and depth. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a casual gaming experience, but may not satisfy players looking for a more engaging or challenging adventure.
“Relaxing gameplay with things to do to keep it more interesting.”
“Gameplay is very basic, but it's a good thing in this game; remember I said it's relaxing?”
“I really like the gameplay, even though it's just fetch quests haha.”
“The gameplay gets repetitive fast.”
“It's adventure game style gameplay without puzzles, meaning that it's entirely a series of fetch quests.”
“However, the gameplay is kinda boring; it's just picking up different items and taking them places.”
- humor13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, featuring a mix of subtle, cute, and heartwarming moments that elicit smiles rather than uproarious laughter. While some dialogue may come off as unrealistic, the writing is praised for its cleverness and charm, contributing to a delightful atmosphere filled with funny interactions and likable characters. Overall, players appreciate the game's lighthearted and whimsical approach to humor.
“It's really cute, funny, and has a great atmosphere!”
“The writing is snappy, wholesome, and downright adorable, with moments of honesty and humor sprinkled throughout.”
“Seriously, it has very neat writing and interconnecting stories with a very good sense of humor.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized as simple, cute, and relaxing, enhanced by a thoughtful color scheme that aligns with different storylines. Players appreciate the nostalgic graphics and sounds, which contribute to a warm and cozy feeling, while the musical themes subtly enrich the overall experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as charming and effective, creating an engaging backdrop for the gameplay.
“I also loved how there's some sort of specific color scheme for the environment depending on whose story it was; it just sets the mood and atmosphere so well, so I wanted to take a moment to appreciate that!”
“The game also has that nostalgic atmosphere due to its graphics and sounds.”
“It added atmosphere and gently layered the musical themes into your mind for maximum effect.”
“Game gives you a really warm and cozy atmosphere of modern life.”
- character development7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
Overall, the character development in the game is appreciated for its unique and interesting personalities, complemented by beautiful art and design. However, some players feel that the short length of the game limits the depth of character development, leaving them wanting more.
“The art style of the environments and character designs are so beautiful, and I absolutely loved the story.”
“Nevertheless, character design is very good and it's fun learning about their life.”
“Even though they seem silly, they all have unique and interesting personalities, along with cute character design.”
“While the characters are pretty fine, I felt that they could have more character development.”
“However, the game is actually pretty short, so it wasn't possible to carry out a lot of character development for the main characters.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding elements in the game to be manageable and not overly tedious, with fetch quests designed to complement the story rather than detract from it. This balance contributes to an enjoyable gameplay experience without frustrating interruptions.
“The fetch quests weren't too difficult or even as tedious as you would expect, but this works as it doesn't distract too much from the story.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While the game offers some replay value through achievements, the overall lack of narrative variation limits its replayability, as players will encounter the same story each time.
“There is replay value for just the achievements alone.”
“The game offers multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different choices.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the random events and character interactions.”
“There's little replayability because the story is overall always the same, which is a downside especially for achievements.”
“So there is replay value for just the achievements alone.”
