Lilith Was Dead
- February 2, 2021
- Heat Wave Games
Get on SteamLilith Was Dead is a murder mystery visual novel where you must solve the murder. You take on the role of a detective by taking notes (in real life!), deducing, and using your wits to find out who killed Lilith! This game features many choices throughout (in the usual visual novel format) which can result in alternate paths and endings depending on the decisions you make. You must make your decis…
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Reviews
- The game features decent voice acting that adds personality to the characters, enhancing the overall experience.
- It offers quality-of-life features such as multiple save slots, adjustable text speed, and the ability to save at any time, making it user-friendly.
- The art style is simplistic and charming, and the game provides a fun, quick story that can entertain players looking for a short experience.
- The story is predictable and lacks depth, with many choices being fake and not leading to meaningful branching paths.
- The writing is mostly functional and matter-of-fact, failing to engage players with witty dialogue or intriguing insights.
- The gameplay is linear and does not provide a satisfying level of investigation, making it feel more like a guided experience than an interactive mystery.
- story15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The story of "Lilith was dead" is described as a predictable yet interesting murder mystery set during a movie screening, with a linear plot that lacks meaningful player choices. While the writing is considered somewhat vapid and the narrative doesn't branch significantly, the game offers a charming, nostalgic feel reminiscent of late 2000s flash games, making it a quick and enjoyable experience for those seeking a simple story. Overall, it may appeal to players looking for a short, engaging visual novel despite its shortcomings in depth and surprise.
“The plot is interesting, fairly complex, and well thought-out.”
“The game is cheap, and if you want to experience an interesting short (around 80 minutes) linear story without caring much about gameplay, then it may still be worth a shot.”
“Very quick and enjoyable game and the music fits extremely well with the overall atmosphere, increasing the impact of moments in the story.”
“The story is therefore very predictable and didn't manage to surprise me even once, which is not great for a murder mystery.”
“At no point did the story branch into different paths or explore the situation from a different angle.”
“It felt a bit like the author didn't have much to say apart from presenting the plot (which would be understandable considering that the developers seem to be very young).”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being linear and lacking meaningful choices, making it feel cheap and unengaging. While it offers a short experience of around 80 minutes, it fails to meet expectations for a visual novel, leading to a lack of recommendation.
“Regarding gameplay, every single choice I explored felt fake.”
“The game is cheap, and if you want to experience an interesting short (around 80 minutes) linear story without caring much about gameplay, then it may still be worth a shot.”
“In general, though, neither the writing nor the gameplay reached the level that I would want from a visual novel, so I can't recommend it.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics are considered adequate for a low-cost visual novel, featuring a simplistic yet charming art style with unique characters. The overall presentation evokes a nostalgic feel reminiscent of late 2000s flash games.
“The art style is simplistic and charming, and the characters are unique and interesting.”
“Everything from the art style to some of the more seemingly unintentional funny story elements feels like something from a late 2000's flash game.”
“In terms of presentation, the graphics are okay for a low-cost visual novel.”
“Everything from the art style to some of the more seemingly unintentional funny story elements feels like something from a late 2000s flash game.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it repetitive and distracting, others appreciate how well it complements the atmosphere and enhances emotional moments in the story. Additionally, the game offers customizable audio settings, allowing players to adjust music and voice volumes independently.
“Very quick and enjoyable game, and the music fits extremely well with the overall atmosphere, increasing the impact of moments in the story.”
“It lets you save at any time, you have more save slots than you'll ever need, you have various options for text speed and auto-skipping, and you have separate volume sliders for music and voices.”
“The background music is so annoyingly attention-grabbing and repetitive that I had to mute it after a few minutes.”
“The music is forgettable and fails to enhance the overall experience of the game.”
“The soundtrack lacks variety, making it feel monotonous and uninspired.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the humor in the game is reminiscent of late 2000s flash games, with a blend of intentional and unintentional comedic elements, particularly highlighted by the art style and quirky story moments.
“The humor in this game is reminiscent of classic late 2000s flash games, with a quirky art style and delightfully unexpected story elements.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the clever dialogue and absurd situations that unfold throughout the game.”
“The game's humor is a perfect blend of witty writing and slapstick moments that keep you entertained from start to finish.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its fitting music, which significantly amplifies the emotional impact of key story moments, contributing to a quick and enjoyable experience.
“The music fits extremely well with the overall atmosphere, enhancing the impact of key moments in the story.”
“The game's atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into its world and making every moment feel significant.”
“The combination of visuals and sound creates a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout the experience.”
