Liminal Border Part I

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Liminal Border Part I is a single player role playing game with drama and mystery themes. It was developed by Purple Software and was released on November 13, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

First game of a four-part visual novel series. Nerdy Itsuki Ninomae accidentally creates a “digital hypnotism movie.” Showing it to his neighbor causes him to learn her and a classmate’s dark secret, dragging him into the underbelly of society.

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story14 positive mentions

The game features a unique and engaging story that stands out from other visual novels.
The art and soundtrack are praised for their charm and quality, enhancing the overall experience.
It's a good starting point for newcomers to visual novels, with solid writing and character development.

The story is linear, limiting player choices and making it feel more like a prologue than a complete experience.
Pacing can be inconsistent, which may detract from the overall immersion.
The first part is relatively short, leaving players wanting more and uncertain about the length of future installments.

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The story of this visual novel is described as unique and engaging, with a refreshing premise that sets it apart from others in the genre. While some find the plot to be illogical and the linear structure limiting, many appreciate the deep backstory and character motivations, making it a compelling read that leaves players eager for more. Overall, it combines intriguing elements with a mix of humor and depth, despite some criticisms regarding its execution.
- “This visual novel is quite refreshing to read, and the story is unique compared to all other visual novels out there.”
- “Even though the basic premise of this visual novel is kind of ludicrous, I found the story and characters really engaging and honestly couldn't put it down.”
- “Actually, it's quite an interesting story of good people involved in situations far beyond them. This first part could be said to be just the prologue, but it piques the interest for what comes next.”
- “This first part really feels closer to a demo on its own where it mostly introduces the main overarching plot and characters.”
- “But for this work, the plot for this one is kind of illogical and weird.”
- “- the linear story, so we can't choose one heroine?”
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The music in the game is noted for its distinctiveness, complementing the unique charm of the art style and enhancing the overall experience.
- “The art has its own unique charm that I really enjoy, and the soundtrack also stands out in its own way.”