Jisei
- September 14, 2018
- sakevisual
"Jisei" is a supernatural mystery visual novel where a homeless teenager with heightened abilities is falsely accused of murder. He must find the true killer, search for clues, and interrogate witnesses while battling a voice in his head. With anime-style artwork, solid facts and logic are required to prove his innocence in this mature, murder mystery adventure game.
Reviews
- Jisei features great character designs and voice acting, enhancing the immersive experience of the murder mystery.
- The storyline is intriguing and easy to follow, with enough clues to solve the mystery without feeling frustrated.
- The game serves as a compelling introduction to a larger narrative, encouraging players to continue with the sequels.
- The game is relatively short, feeling more like a prologue than a complete story.
- Some players may find the controls unusual, though they are easy to adapt to.
- There are unanswered questions about the main character's background and abilities, which may leave some players wanting more detail.
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story is characterized as enjoyable yet brief, resembling a prologue that sets the stage for a larger narrative. Players appreciate the intriguing plot and well-developed characters with unique abilities, alongside commendable voice acting and charming art. While it offers multiple endings, the overall experience feels like an introduction to a more expansive storyline to come.
“The voice acting was great, the art was cute, and the storyline was intriguing and easy to follow.”
“It looks more like the first chapter of the story, instead of the whole story itself.”
“Although the first entry to the series is relatively short - more like a prologue to a much bigger story - it still has a lot of intrigue to entice you into sticking around to see what unfolds in future games.”
“It almost feels like you had a master plan for the story.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, with users appreciating its atmospheric quality that evokes a mystery sci-fi vibe reminiscent of shows like "Fringe" and "The X-Files." Overall, it enhances the game's immersive experience.
“I love the music you have at the intro; it feels like a mystery sci-fi show (like Fringe or The X-Files).”
“I like the character design, music, and a mystery.”
“Speaking of listening, the music is nice.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are noted for their distinctive art style, reminiscent of the flower shop series (Summer in Fairbrook, Winter in Fairbrook), as well as C14 Dating and the free visual novel Autumn's Journey. This visual consistency contributes to a charming and cohesive aesthetic throughout the game.
“The art style is reminiscent of the Flower Shop series (Summer in Fairbrook, Winter in Fairbrook) as well as C14 Dating and the free visual novel Autumn's Journey.”
“The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and beautifully detailed environments that truly bring the game to life.”
“Each character is designed with a unique flair, making the visuals not only appealing but also memorable.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The art style is reminiscent of older titles, which may not appeal to everyone.”
“The visuals are underwhelming and do not take full advantage of current technology.”