Isle of Maligree

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Isle of Maligree is a visual novel where your choices matter. Become an investigator from the mainland sent out to the Isle of Maligree to investigate a missing person case. You only have a few days, as the victims of these crimes are forgotten by everyone shortly after disappearing. In this dark fantasy story, malicious spirits have let magic leak into the world. There has never been a greate…

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

story4 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game features a deep and intriguing story with a compelling mystery that keeps players engaged.
The inclusion of RPG elements and multiple character types enhances replayability, allowing for different outcomes and experiences in each playthrough.
The art, music, and overall atmosphere effectively capture the eerie essence of the setting, contributing to a captivating visual novel experience.

The game's lifespan is relatively short, which may not justify its cost for some players.
It can be difficult to determine how unique the different endings are, potentially leading to a sense of redundancy in replaying.
Some players may find the reliance on dice rolls and skill points adds unnecessary complexity to the gameplay.

story
10 mentions
40 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its depth and intrigue, featuring likable characters and a compelling narrative that encourages exploration and replayability. Players appreciate the rich world-building, stunning art, and atmospheric soundtrack, which enhance the storytelling experience. The ability to make choices that affect the outcome adds to the game's appeal, making it a captivating journey that invites multiple playthroughs.
- “This is a great game, with a deep world and intriguing story.”
- “Compelling story carried by stunning art and an appropriately eerie soundtrack.”
- “The story and imagery are clever and gorgeous; I can imagine how much time was spent on developing this game.”
- “I'm certain there are plot elements and side stories I haven't found yet, so there's plenty of content for completionists.”
- “Scenes that I was not aware I was missing in my last run have become cornerstones of the plot in this new game, giving me a different perspective on characters and events as well as filling in the world.”
- “Love the idea of being able to choose your own destiny in the story, and I'm going to play again, but making different choices.”
replayability
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game excels in replayability due to its incorporation of RPG elements, such as random dice rolls and character modifiers, which enhance narrative tension and create diverse outcomes. Players appreciate the variety of experiences available, making it a game worth revisiting despite its relatively short length.
- “The greatest strength this visual novel has for me is its replayability factor.”
- “The decision to include RPG elements in a visual novel like Isle of Maligree was a nice touch, as random dice rolls with character modifiers add to the tension of the narrative by creating moment-to-moment stakes; they also increase the number of outcomes a scene can produce beyond just the decisions the player can make, which means the game has a lot of replayability.”
- “With a lot of bumbling around, it's not long but has a lot of replay value.”
graphics
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's graphics effectively evoke the unsettling atmosphere of early 20th century occult mysteries, featuring a striking black and white aesthetic complemented by occasional splashes of color. Players appreciate the artwork and its alignment with the storyline, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
- “Aesthetically, the game captures the sense of discomfort and weirdness inherent to early 20th century occult mysteries really well.”
- “This game is amazing and well worth the extra wait. I keep playing, and every time I walk away, I find myself quickly coming back to either keep playing or start down another path. Each time I think I've seen everything, I then find something else. I love the storyline and the artwork, especially with the black and white theme and the odd splash of color.”
- “The music and artwork are good and give the game the right feel for the storyline.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models look stiff and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the story.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, failing to immerse players in the game world.”
music
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its ability to create a quiet, slightly unsettling atmosphere that complements the compelling story and stunning artwork. Reviewers highlight the eerie soundtrack as a key element that enhances the overall experience, effectively setting the tone for the narrative.
- “Also, it wouldn't be right to not mention the fantastic art and music, both of which provide the perfect quiet, slightly unsettling atmosphere that characterizes this game.”
- “Compelling story carried by stunning art and an appropriately eerie soundtrack.”
- “The music and artwork are good and give the game the right feel for the storyline.”
gameplay
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-300 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The gameplay combines visual novel elements with RPG mechanics, featuring a choice-driven narrative where success is influenced by player skill and dice rolls.
- “This is a visual novel with RPG-esque gameplay where many choices and scenarios in the game have a success factor depending on your skill and the roll of your dice.”
- “The gameplay feels unbalanced, with too much reliance on luck rather than skill.”
- “The mechanics are clunky and often lead to frustrating experiences during critical moments.”
- “There are too many choices that seem to have little impact on the overall outcome, making the gameplay feel shallow.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its fantastic art and music, which together create a quiet yet slightly unsettling ambiance that defines the overall experience.
- “The fantastic art and music create a perfect, quiet, and slightly unsettling atmosphere that characterizes this game.”