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Harmless Lies

71%Game Brain Score
story, music
100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

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Harmless Lies is a short but captivating 3D Visual Novel about learning from your mistakes and becoming the best version of yourself. You play as Yui Shiraishi, a 16-year-old girl who transferred to a new high school in hopes of escaping the cycle of bullying she was stuck in. The headmaster assured you that this would not repeat here... but so many things can go wrong, even on the first day! You…

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
story12 positive mentions
  • The game features an amazing soundtrack and stunning visuals that enhance the overall experience.
  • The story is unique, engaging, and easy to follow, making it a standout in the visual novel genre.
  • Players appreciate the immersive environments and the diverse cast of characters, which contribute to a captivating gameplay experience.
  • Some players have reported issues with rain affecting the lighting during gameplay.
  • The game is not receiving as much attention as it deserves, which is disappointing for its fans.
  • A few players found the game less interactive compared to other titles in the genre.
  • story
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is praised for its uniqueness, engaging characters, and immersive atmosphere, complemented by a high-quality soundtrack and art style. Players appreciate the plot's focus on uncovering a climactic event between the protagonist and antagonist, with many twists that enhance the experience. Overall, it stands out as a well-crafted, story-driven game that deserves more recognition.

    • “The atmosphere of the game is amazing, the soundtrack is a 10/10, the story is unique and easy to follow, character animation is flawless, and it has many twists. You really feel like you know the characters in the way you interact with them. This game needs way more attention.”
    • “The plot revolves around uncovering the truth behind a climactic event between the protagonist and antagonist, and it's clear that Twistedsphere drew inspiration from other story-rich, choices-matter type games, which are a favorite for me.”
    • “Everything was made to perfectly immerse you into the story; I can tell that Twistedsphere has great attention to detail!”
  • music
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received high praise, with many reviewers calling the soundtrack "amazing" and rating it a perfect 10/10. It effectively enhances the game's atmosphere and complements the unique story and character interactions, making it a standout feature that contributes to the overall immersive experience.

    • “The atmosphere of the game is amazing, soundtrack is a 10/10, story is unique and easy to follow, character animation is flawless, really fun game, has many twists too, you really feel like you know the characters in the way you interact with them, this game needs way more attention.”
    • “If you want a short-playthrough visual novel that combines dynamic, immersive environments with a captivating soundtrack, this is a good one.”
    • “It was such a pleasure to be part of the development of the game and compose the soundtrack for Harmless Lies!”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised, with users highlighting the stunning visuals and appealing art style. The 3D design complements the engaging story and well-developed characters, showcasing the significant effort put into the game's overall aesthetic.

    • “It's a very interesting game with a lot of effort put into it, and the visuals are just stunning!!”
    • “This 3D visual novel has a really good story, some really good graphics, some lovely characters, and a great sound design.”
    • “The story is cute and I'm in love with the art style.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised, featuring a standout soundtrack rated 10/10, a unique and engaging story, and flawless character animations. Players feel a strong connection to the characters through meaningful interactions, contributing to an immersive and enjoyable experience. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a significant highlight that deserves more recognition.

    • “The atmosphere of the game is amazing, the soundtrack is a 10/10, the story is unique and easy to follow, character animation is flawless. It's a really fun game with many twists, and you truly feel like you know the characters through your interactions. This game needs way more attention.”
    • “Great story and great atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere of the game is amazing, the soundtrack is a 10/10, the story is unique and easy to follow, character animation is flawless. It's a really fun game with many twists, and you truly feel like you know the characters through your interactions. This game needs way more attention.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay offers a solid narrative experience, initially lasting around 4 hours, but with multiple endings that can extend playtime to approximately 16 hours, making it a worthwhile investment for players.

    • “Though the game even has multiple endings, so it ends up being a well worth 16 hours of gameplay.”

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13h Median play time
10h Average play time
4-16h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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