Notes of Soul

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Notes of Soul is a multiplayer casual role playing game. It was developed by （Hong Kong）GKD Game Studio and was released on January 17, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

Notes of Soul is a rhythm game where players help a wandering musician regain his lost memories. By hitting the correct notes in time with the music, players unlock fragments of the musician's past, all while enjoying a diverse soundtrack and challenging gameplay. The game features a variety of levels and difficulties, making it accessible to both casual and experienced players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Notes of Soul offers a unique blend of Chinese mythology and horror elements, creating an immersive and atmospheric experience that stands out in the multiplayer RPG genre.
The game features inventive role-play systems and player-driven narratives, allowing for a rich cooperative gameplay experience where players can embody various spiritual archetypes.
Visually, the game is beautifully designed with haunting environments and a strong sound design that enhances the overall eerie atmosphere.

The game suffers from significant accessibility issues, particularly for non-Chinese players, due to language barriers and problematic registration processes that require local phone numbers.
Technical problems such as server instability, matchmaking issues, and inconsistent animations can detract from the overall gameplay experience.
The learning curve is steep for new players, and the lack of a comprehensive tutorial can make it difficult to grasp the game's mechanics and narrative structure.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this indie title from gkd game studio combines supernatural folklore with role-play and survival mechanics, featuring a unique "gleaning club" system that encourages collaborative storytelling. Players engage in a variety of activities, including stealth, exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat, with mechanics that shift based on their chosen roles. However, some critics point out issues like clunky mechanics, uneven difficulty, and a lack of comprehensive tutorials, which may hinder the overall experience.
- “Developed by GKD Game Studio, this indie title invites players into a mystic world where supernatural folklore collides with role-play and survival mechanics.”
- “One of the game’s most intriguing features is its 'gleaning club,' a role-playing system where players perform scripted rituals or reenact spiritual events, blurring the line between gameplay and collaborative storytelling.”
- “On the other hand, critics cite clunky mechanics, uneven difficulty balancing, and underdeveloped tutorial systems as barriers to entry.”
- “The direct gameplay involves a mix of stealth, exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat, though the mechanics vary widely depending on your chosen role.”
- “The game’s structure relies heavily on this duality, often leading to cat-and-mouse-style gameplay where cooperation and betrayal intertwine.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Notes of Soul" offers a distinctive narrative experience by intertwining Chinese mythology and horror elements within a multiplayer RPG framework. Its innovative "gleaning club" system encourages players to engage in scripted rituals, enhancing collaborative storytelling, while the hauntingly beautiful environments contribute to its immersive atmosphere. However, localization issues can lead to confusion for non-Chinese speakers, potentially detracting from the overall narrative experience.
- “Notes of Soul is a uniquely atmospheric multiplayer RPG that fuses Chinese mythology, horror elements, and experimental storytelling into a hybrid experience unlike most western games in the genre.”
- “One of the game’s most intriguing features is its 'gleaning club,' a role-playing system where players perform scripted rituals or reenact spiritual events, blurring the line between gameplay and collaborative storytelling.”
- “That said, localization remains one of the game’s more obvious issues—dialogue and interface text are occasionally mistranslated or unclear, which can make certain quests or story beats confusing for non-Chinese speakers.”
- “For these players, Notes of Soul is less a conventional game and more a social horror ritual—an evolving digital stage where everyone plays a part in the ghost story.”
- “It’s a creative experiment in blending myth, horror, and cooperative gameplay, grounded in Chinese spiritual traditions and visual storytelling.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Notes of Soul" is praised for its immersive atmosphere, blending Chinese mythology, horror elements, and experimental storytelling to create a unique experience. The game's use of ambient sounds, such as whispered chants and ritual bells, enhances the sense of dread and tension, while its cultural richness and inventive role-play systems stand out. However, some players note technical inconsistencies and accessibility challenges as drawbacks.
- “Notes of Soul is a uniquely atmospheric multiplayer RPG that fuses Chinese mythology, horror elements, and experimental storytelling into a hybrid experience unlike most western games in the genre.”
- “Fans appreciate its unique cultural grounding, immersive atmosphere, and commitment to alternative storytelling forms.”
- “Whispered chants, wind-swept ambiance, and sudden ritual bells build an atmosphere of dread and tension.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics may not be cutting-edge, but the unique aesthetic effectively creates a solemn and immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “While the graphical fidelity isn't cutting-edge, the overall aesthetic succeeds in building a mood that is both solemn and immersive.”
- “I like its very unique gameplay and graphic style.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is enhanced by unique designs that fuse traditional Chinese elements, such as robes and masks, with supernatural features, creating visually striking and culturally rich characters.
- “Character designs blend traditional Chinese robes, masks, and symbolic artifacts with the spectral glow of the supernatural.”
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep emotional connections with each character's journey.”
- “Each character evolves in a unique way, reflecting their personal struggles and triumphs throughout the game.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The minimalist musical score effectively complements the game's spiritual and reflective atmosphere, providing a subtle yet consistent presence without overshadowing the gameplay.
- “The minimalist musical score enhances the spiritual and reflective tone, never overwhelming but always present in the background.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is marred by a sluggish matchmaking system and occasional technical glitches, particularly in player-versus-player modes, which have caused frustration among users.
- “The matchmaking system can be sluggish, and the occasional technical glitches—especially in PvP—have led to some frustration in the community.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a quirky and humorous tone, blending funny moments with some spooky elements, making it a worthwhile purchase, especially when on sale.
- “This is certainly a quirky and at times, funny game, but it has its spooky moments and is worth the bucks in my opinion (all the more so if on sale).”