Myth
- October 28, 2016
- Circletempo
Get on Steam"MYTH" is a thought-provoking doujin game set in a future where no shadows exist, except for the world Shimon, a shadow-possessing girl, brings the protagonist Meito Tanabe into. Featuring multiple interlocking story arcs, players must delve deep into this complex and multi-layered narrative to understand its profound themes. Alone in a world of light and shadows, Meito must face the challenges that come his way.
Reviews
- MYTH offers a unique and ambitious storytelling experience that challenges conventional narrative structures, making it a standout in the visual novel genre.
- The game features a beautiful and unexpected story that rewards patient readers with its complex layers and philosophical themes.
- Despite its rough presentation, MYTH is a hidden gem that provides an intriguing mix of horror, mystery, and humor, appealing to fans of unconventional narratives.
- The narrative can be confusing and convoluted, often leaving players unsure of what is happening, which may detract from the overall enjoyment.
- The pacing is slow, especially in the beginning, and some players may find the first few hours tedious and unengaging.
- The game suffers from poor presentation and flow, with a lack of polish that can make it a chore to read through at times.
- story36 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story of the game is described as complex and layered, with unexpected twists that keep players engaged, though it can also be confusing and sprawling, particularly in the second half. While some appreciate its philosophical depth and ambition, others find the narrative structure disjointed and at times tedious, requiring significant patience and attention to fully grasp the intricate plot and character dynamics. Overall, it offers a mix of enjoyment and frustration, with a blend of lighthearted and dark elements that may not appeal to all players.
“Beautiful story that goes places I never expected.”
“The plot is complex, layered, and presented in a way that really drives the mystery.”
“Despite its slow beginning, when the plot catches your attention, you aren't able to leave it until the end.”
“Even though I got most of what the story was about at the end, the constant changing of character viewpoints made it a real chore to read.”
“This kind of story would normally expect the reader to have extensive notes written down to document the characters, events, and relationships.”
“The story is rather confusing with several layers upon layers, and will leave you confused until the very end... and even then, you might still be confused!”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the low quantity and inconsistent quality, noting that it can become repetitive over long play sessions. However, others praise the soundtrack as one of the best in visual novels, highlighting its variety and enjoyable compositions that enhance the overall experience.
“Outside of the writing, the game looks and sounds good for what is essentially an indie visual novel. The characters are well drawn and have decent variety in their poses and expressions, and the soundtrack is honestly one of the best I've heard in a visual novel, standing right up there with 'Princess Evangile' and the Key/VisualArts library.”
“Imagine that someone took 'Higurashi', 'Umineko', characters from sitcom comedies, 'The Twilight Zone' series, and 'The Matrix' and put them all together in a blender, and still added happy songs with a few rock tunes to it.”
“The game has a good soundtrack that should be used more often (Luck Garniki, you are my DJ Okawari!), also nice environmental sounds.”
“The music is bad and loops horribly, which I can safely say after listening to it for sixteen hours.”
“The only real gripes I have are the overall low amount of music and the quality of said music being very hit and miss.”
“Imagine that someone took Higurashi, Umineko, characters from sitcom comedies, The Twilight Zone series, and The Matrix, and put them all together in a blender, while still adding happy songs with a few rock tunes to it.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it exceptionally funny, particularly noting the absurdity of headless and faceless characters engaging in conversation.
“This game is so funny!”
“It's too funny that headless, faceless people can talk, lol!”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a minimalistic art style that complements the character visuals effectively, though some users have noted that the user interface could be improved.
“The art style is very minimalistic, but it complements the character visuals beautifully.”
“The graphics are stunning and truly enhance the overall gaming experience.”
“The attention to detail in the environments is remarkable, making every scene feel immersive.”
“My only real problem with the visuals is that the UI isn't very good.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users feel that the game's philosophical elements fail to connect with the story in an emotionally engaging manner, especially when compared to visual novels like "Subarashiki Hibi" and "Cross Channel."
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers a story that can be completed in 12-18 hours, but many users feel it lacks sufficient gameplay and replay value, making it a challenging recommendation for those seeking long-term engagement.
“It takes about 12-18 hours to see the story through to the end, and that is a tough sell for a game with little gameplay and basically no replay value.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being limited and lacking replay value, with the main story taking approximately 12-18 hours to complete, which some players find insufficient for the overall experience.
“It takes about 12-18 hours to see the story through to the end, and that is a tough sell for a game with little gameplay and basically no replay value.”
