Mandemon

96%
Game Brain Score Based on 49 reviews
  • story
  • music
  • graphics
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"In the endless sea of perpetual rebirth, longing for a glimpse of bliss." This is a suspense style visual novel game that set in a fictionalized Japan. Your choices will shape your fate and reveal different secrets. Piece together clues from multiple endings to uncover the whole truth. "Kisaragi...had transformed into Mandemon." The girl said to me. Her slender fingers …

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews
story19 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features multiple endings, providing a compelling and engaging narrative experience that keeps players invested.
  • The artwork and music are beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion of the game.
  • The story is complex and thought-provoking, with well-developed characters and intriguing moral dilemmas.
  • The mechanics for unlocking endings can be tedious and may require significant effort, which could deter some players from fully enjoying the game.
  • The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more depth and exploration of the story and characters.
  • The English translation has some awkward phrasing, which can occasionally disrupt the immersion, though it doesn't significantly detract from the overall experience.
  • story39 mentions

    The story is generally well-received, praised for its intriguing mystery, complex narrative, and engaging characters, despite being relatively short. Many players appreciate the branching paths and multiple endings, which enhance replayability, although some feel the story could benefit from further development. Overall, it offers a compelling experience, especially given its low price, but leaves some players wanting more depth and exploration.

    • “A simple game that’s able to tell a surprisingly complex story in such a short time.”
    • “Absolutely amazing game with a beautiful art style, interesting characters, and a well-rounded story that has plenty of endings that are all cool.”
    • “The story sets up big mysteries in a strange new world, and once you get settled in, it flips the rug out from under you again.”
    • “The story could be explored more; the price is so cheap.”
    • “This story had a lot of potential, but it was too short. While it did pique my interest, it didn't manage to become something I would not forget.”
    • “Although it's a rather short story to play through, it has a very interesting plot, which thickens after discovering the other endings.”
  • music13 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting the stellar soundtrack and its immersive qualities. The combination of classical music and well-composed tracks contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere, making it a standout feature alongside the artwork and storytelling. Overall, players feel that the music adds substantial value to the game, making it a compelling purchase.

    • “For the asking price of $3 Canadian, you get a pretty compelling story, decent artwork, and a very stellar soundtrack.”
    • “I wasn't entirely sure what to expect going into this game, but with the beautiful art and music, I was quickly drawn in.”
    • “✅ Immersive experience with good music (classical music, good vibes).”
    • “The complexity, character, and sudden thought-provoking moments feel like they appear out of nowhere, but the music helps build the vibes.”
    • “There are some really good soundtracks, especially the one playing in the main menu.”
  • graphics13 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful and grungy art style, which significantly enhances the storytelling experience. Players appreciate the excellent character designs, animated sprites, and the overall visual presentation, noting that the artwork is a standout feature that complements the compelling narrative and voice acting. Overall, the visuals contribute to a captivating and immersive experience, making it a worthwhile investment for players.

    • “Absolutely amazing game with a beautiful art style, interesting characters, and a well-rounded story that has plenty of endings that are all cool.”
    • “A fantastic and well-told, dark visual novel with a beautiful art style, and fully voiced.”
    • “Seriously, half of the story is told by its gorgeous art style!”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its eerie, melancholic, and mysterious qualities, enhanced by immersive ambient sounds and stunning art. Reviewers appreciate the dark, dystopian setting, which contributes to a captivating and engaging experience. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that leaves a lasting impression.

    • “Loved the eerie and melancholic atmosphere of the game, as well as the ambiguous setting.”
    • “The ambient sound immerses you in the atmosphere.”
    • “I was impressed by the dark, mysterious, dystopian atmosphere as well as the gorgeous art and great translation.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    Gameplay in this game is characterized by a challenging mechanic that requires significant effort to unlock all endings, which may deter some players from fully enjoying the experience. While navigating the narrative space is possible, it is more complex than in other visual novels, and the timeline mechanic has been criticized as particularly flawed, leading to comparisons with better-executed systems in other titles.

    • “But one thing that I hate about the game is the mechanics; it's tiring to get all the endings. You could get 9 out of 10 choices right and that's not enough to unlock a route. Although the struggle is worth it in my opinion, not everyone has the same effort as I do, so I'm worried that not everyone could get the full enjoyment of this game.”
    • “The biggest flaw in this game is the atrocious timeline mechanic.”
    • “Mechanically, it is a little more difficult to explore the narrative space than other branching visual novels usually are, but still doable, and there are Steam guides to help you find endings.”
  • character development2 mentions

    The character development is praised for its stunning visual design, featuring beautiful character art and clean user interface elements. The improved character graphics and captivating CGs enhance the overall aesthetic experience compared to the previous game.

    • “The character designs are great, and the UI is very clean and beautiful.”
    • “Gorgeous art style and character designs, with much more beautiful CGs than the last game.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players note that while the game features numerous choices that can lead to various endings, the process of unlocking certain endings can be tedious due to the need for specific choices. However, this grinding aspect is considered worthwhile for fans of mystery visual novels.

    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over just to progress, which quickly became frustrating.”
    • “The amount of grinding required to unlock new content is excessive and detracts from the overall experience.”
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