It was a human.

65%
Game Brain Score Based on 37 reviews
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  • graphics
  • gameplay
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In "It was a human," players step into the role of a military lieutenant colonel interrogating a woman, Okoze Isana, suspected of a dismemberment murder. Through dialogue choices, players must uncover the truth behind the crime while navigating Isana's manipulative and flirtatious tactics. The game features a psychedelic SF setting and a short, immersive adventure.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

65%
Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews
story7 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a deep narrative that engages players with complex moral and philosophical questions through dialogue choices.
  • The unique visual style, enhanced by AI-generated imagery, creates a distinctive and immersive atmosphere that complements the game's themes.
  • Multiple endings and thematic exploration encourage replayability, allowing players to revisit the game to uncover different narrative paths.
  • The pacing of the game is too fast, with many conversations that feel pointless and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement with the murder mystery.
  • The reliance on AI-generated art results in visual inconsistency, detracting from the overall atmosphere and immersion of the game.
  • The game lacks essential convenience features such as manual saves and a skip text option, which can frustrate players and hinder the experience.
  • story22 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its touching themes of self-punishment and loneliness, as well as its philosophical depth and intriguing twists that encourage multiple playthroughs. However, issues like typos, bugs, and a lack of cohesion detract from the experience for others. Despite its flaws, many find the narrative compelling and well-executed, making it a standout aspect of the game.

    • “Okay, this game has some problems, but this is such a touching story.”
    • “The themes of self-punishment and loneliness really hit close to home, and the surreal storytelling is executed perfectly.”
    • “All in all, a beautiful story.”
    • “Too many typos and bugs made it not worth the effort to get through the incohesive story.”
    • “While I love when a story subverts my expectations, this game did not do that.”
    • “I don't know how else to put it, it kinda becomes a shonen story and is very blatant and not at all subtle with its themes.”
  • graphics14 mentions

    The game's graphics feature a unique blend of AI-generated imagery that enhances its dark, philosophical themes and immersive horror atmosphere. While some players appreciate the distinctive visuals and their contribution to the narrative depth, others criticize the inconsistency of the AI-generated art, noting that it can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a bold choice that aligns well with the game's unsettling and surreal aesthetic.

    • “It attempts to get into some deep topics, using dark, strange, and gory aesthetics, which I enjoy.”
    • “🖼️ AI-generated imagery: unique visuals that enhance the game's philosophical and surreal atmosphere.”
    • “The use of AI-generated artwork, while unconventional, is well-integrated and visually consistent, contributing to the game's eerie and immersive horror theme.”
    • “The use of generative AI for visuals is the biggest flaw - it makes visuals inconsistent (some images, though, are great).”
    • “I also do not like how a lot of the artwork is AI-generated.”
    • “The graphic is generated by AI and fixed by human.”
  • gameplay11 mentions

    The gameplay is centered around a military officer's interrogation of a murder suspect, where player choices significantly affect the investigation and lead to multiple endings, creating a rich, non-linear experience. However, the minimalist mechanics and lack of traditional gameplay conveniences, such as manual saves, may detract from the overall experience, particularly for those not fond of horror elements or unfamiliar with previous titles by the developers. The psychedelic visuals and philosophical themes further enhance the narrative but may not appeal to all players.

    • “You assume the role of a military officer interrogating a murder suspect, with gameplay focusing on making choices that significantly impact the investigation and lead to multiple endings.”
    • “Your choices dynamically influence the course of the interrogation, offering a rich, non-linear gameplay experience.”
    • “Not ideal for those averse to horror or seeking more gameplay conveniences.”
    • “Convenience features: limited gameplay options, such as the absence of manual saves and a menu, may affect the overall player experience.”
    • “The story is enhanced by psychedelic visuals and minimalist gameplay mechanics, emphasizing philosophical themes rather than traditional gameplay elements.”
  • atmosphere10 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by its unique and surreal quality, largely driven by AI-generated visuals that enhance its philosophical themes and psychological depth. While some players find the AI art detracts from the experience, many appreciate how it contributes to a captivating and immersive horror atmosphere, aligning well with the game's narrative and emotional undertones. Overall, the atmosphere is seen as a distinctive element that supports the game's thematic exploration of humanity.

    • “This game offers a captivating and unique experience with its distinctive atmosphere and psychological depth.”
    • “🌀 Visual style: experience a surreal atmosphere enhanced by AI-generated imagery that complements the game's thematic depth.”
    • “👍 Unique visual style: AI-generated visuals create a distinctive and immersive horror atmosphere.”
    • “The AI art really ruins the atmosphere in some of the scenes.”
    • “It can make the atmosphere quite surreal (together with the art) and the writing style chosen is also very deliberate.”
    • “The atmosphere is sometimes very well done.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game offers high replayability due to its multiple endings and diverse narrative paths, encouraging players to revisit it for a deeper exploration of its themes and decisions. This depth enhances the overall experience, making it particularly appealing for those who enjoy intellectually stimulating adventures.

    • “Replayability: explore various narrative paths and endings based on your decisions.”
    • “The game’s length and replayability are enhanced by its multiple endings and the depth of its narrative, making it a must-play for those who enjoy unique and intellectually stimulating adventures.”
    • “Replayability: multiple endings and thematic exploration encourage revisiting the game to uncover all narrative paths.”
    • “Replay value: explore various narrative paths and endings based on your decisions.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The game features a touching story that can evoke a strong emotional response, described as an emotional rollercoaster for those who immerse themselves in it. However, technical issues and repetitive dialogue can detract from the experience, making it feel tedious at times.

    • “Okay, this game has some problems, but this is such a touching story.”
    • “Emotional rollercoaster if you let yourself get immersed.”
    • “Some of the lines were quite touching.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding character development, with some users expressing dissatisfaction with the use of AI-generated art for character designs, finding them unappealing and inconsistent. However, there is appreciation for specific characters, such as Okoze, highlighting that while some designs may falter, others resonate well with players.

    • “I also just don't think AI art should have been used for any of the character designs; they look really bad and out of place.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, but some users feel that the ending song is incongruous and detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Additionally, a minor detail, but the ending song just feels so out of place.”
    • “The soundtrack lacks variety and quickly becomes repetitive.”
    • “The music doesn't match the game's tone, making it hard to stay immersed.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is reported to require further optimization, indicating performance issues that may affect the overall gameplay experience.

    • “The game needs more optimization.”
    • “The performance issues are frustrating and really detract from the overall experience.”
    • “I often experience lag and stuttering, which makes gameplay nearly unplayable.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the visual novel frustrating due to the absence of manual save options and dialogue skipping, which can make repetitive sections feel tedious. However, utilizing quick restart and auto-save features can alleviate some of the time-consuming elements.

    • “For a visual novel game, the lack of manual save and dialogue skipping can be a bit tedious at times. Using F5 to quick restart and then loading an auto-save saved me some time.”
    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found myself spending hours on grinding without any real sense of progress, which made the experience frustrating.”
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