Novalie

About

Novalie is a single player action game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Biscuit Placebo and was released on March 19, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Surreal horror themed visual novel, with lots of branching paths, blood, tears and twisted pitch-black humour. You're playing as Ashia, who's forced to marry her slimy uncle, suffering from surreal nightmares at night. Then she meets Novalie. And then things gets really strange.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

The story is gripping, controversial, and well-written, with a mix of dark themes and humor.
The music is phenomenal and enhances the overall experience of the game.
The game features multiple endings and allows for replayability, making it engaging for players.

The visual novel format may not appeal to everyone, especially those who dislike static character portrayals.
Some players may find the dark themes and content disturbing or not suitable for all audiences.
There are suggestions for improvements, such as a 'skip to next choice' button and a walkthrough for better navigation.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a gripping and controversial narrative centered around a teenage girl facing a dark fate of being married to her uncle, reflecting themes of family pressure and personal identity. It combines elements of drama, humor, and horror, offering multiple endings based on player choices, making it a compelling experience for those who appreciate serious storytelling. While the content may not be suitable for everyone, it is praised for its heartfelt and relatable themes.
- “The story is gripping, controversial, and sad.”
- “This is the story of a teenage girl who must use her wits and one strange alliance to deal with the awful fate she has been handed - being married to her uncle.”
- “The outcome of the story is impacted by the decisions you make, and has multiple endings too (for instance, I got the 'tired lover' ending).”
- “The story is very dark and certainly not for everyone but also can be heartfelt.”
- “I discovered that the story is pretty much like her life too, lesbian with a strict family, planned marriage to an old man, also wanted to go to medical school but her dad who also smokes tobacco said: 'hell nah.', so uh yeah.”
- “It is a serious story but with a mix of humor (and some parts with adult content too).”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphic art style of the visual novel is noted for its effectiveness in alleviating the impact of its disturbing events, providing a contrasting aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
- “The graphic art style actually helped me through the disturbing events of this visual novel.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised as phenomenal by users, highlighting its exceptional quality and impact on the overall experience.
- “The music is phenomenal.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as straightforward and uncomplicated, with users emphasizing its simplicity.
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a serious narrative that skillfully blends humor with elements of drama and horror, appealing to players who appreciate a story-driven experience with a touch of adult content.
- “If you like story-based games with drama, humor, and horror mixed in, this is for you.”
- “It is a serious story but with a mix of humor (and some parts with adult content too).”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic commitment akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a dark narrative that may not appeal to all players, yet it possesses moments of heartfelt depth that resonate with those who engage with its themes.
- “The story is very dark and certainly not for everyone, but it can also be heartfelt.”