Missing Time

About

In "Missing Time," return to your childhood town to investigate a series of mysterious cases involving people you know. As time progresses, choose to either remain ignorant or dive into detective mode, uncovering connections between important details. This horror-utsugé hybrid is heavily story-driven, focusing on the impact of memories and decisions.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

50%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story6 positive mentions

character development3 negative mentions

The mystery is well-crafted and engaging, with multiple routes that showcase different perspectives of the story.
The characters are likable and have unique personalities, making them enjoyable to interact with.
The art style and soundtrack are praised, contributing to the overall atmosphere of the visual novel.

The second half of the story fails to maintain tension, and many routes lack surprises, leading to a sense of repetitiveness.
Technical issues, such as a malfunctioning settings menu and problems with the log feature, significantly detract from the experience.
Character development is rushed, making it difficult for players to form emotional connections, which undermines the impact of key story events.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The story is praised for its impressive branching narratives and engaging plot twists, though some players feel it rushes to conclusions after key revelations. While the horror elements are introduced early, potentially overshadowing character development, many find the overall storytelling captivating and immersive, with a strong emphasis on player choice. Despite some concerns about pacing and pricing, the majority of reviews reflect a deep appreciation for the narrative depth and artistic presentation.
- “I enjoyed this game for the most part and it has an impressive amount of branching storylines and some clever meta mechanics.”
- “I am in love with the story so far, there are so many choices to choose from, the story doesn't come to a standstill as it constantly is on the move.”
- “The story is absolutely perfect in all ways for all of the routes in the game.”
- “The story is over mere minutes after the plot twist has been revealed.”
- “The horror part of the story starts very early, leaving the character development behind.”
- “The whole horror and mystery plot just sort of unravels after clearing a route and you're left basically going through the same content with minor additions.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users finding the soundtrack to be awesome and enhancing the overall experience, despite some complaints about odd walking sounds. There is a desire for a soundtrack DLC, indicating strong appreciation for the audio.
- “The music is good and makes up for some of the odd walking sounds.”
- “The soundtrack is awesome! I would love a soundtrack DLC if you can, developers.”
- “The only problem I have is finding the OST for it.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
The graphics are generally considered "pretty okay," but the game's amazing art style enhances the overall experience, making it visually engaging alongside its compelling story and soundtrack.
- “I think it's a really fun game to play. It has an amazing art style, and the story and the endings keep you engaged from beginning to end.”
- “The graphics are pretty good.”
- “The graphics are pretty okay.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that character development is somewhat neglected, as the horror elements of the story take precedence early on, limiting the depth and growth of the characters.
- “The horror part of the story starts very early, leaving the character development behind.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by how quickly the game rushed through character arcs, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express frustration over the game's stability, criticizing the developers for releasing a product that feels unpolished and buggy, especially given that they are not a major AAA publisher.
- “Come on, you're not an AAA publisher, so don't ship buggy games!”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and server issues that ruined the experience.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is praised for its impressive branching storylines and clever meta mechanics, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “I enjoyed this game for the most part, and it has an impressive amount of branching storylines and some clever meta mechanics.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its creepiness, creating a solid foundation for horror elements, though some players feel it could benefit from additional clues, jump scares, and unsettling sounds to enhance the experience further.
- “The creepy atmosphere is palpable, and I'm excited to see how it evolves as I progress further into the game.”
- “The game creates an incredibly immersive atmosphere that keeps you on edge, making every moment feel tense and engaging.”
- “The haunting sound design and eerie visuals combine to create a truly unsettling atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “The creepy atmosphere is there, but a few clues, jump scares, or creepy noises wouldn't hurt.”
- “While the atmosphere has potential, it feels lacking in depth and engagement.”
- “The game sets up a spooky environment, but it fails to deliver on the tension and immersion I was hoping for.”