oath
- September 2, 2024
- vai5000
"Oath" is an interactive story-driven game with top-down RPG exploration and visual novel-style storytelling. The game features hand-drawn art and animation by the musician who created the companion EP for the game. Players can also access the EP and view an art gallery through the main menu. The story revolves around returning to a familiar town and confronting a face from the past.
Reviews
- Incredible music and atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- Beautiful visuals and a unique art style that captivates players.
- Deep and emotional storytelling that resonates with personal experiences.
- The game is quite short, leaving some players wanting more.
- The themes may feel overly familiar or generic to some, lacking originality.
- Some players may find the emotional content too intense or triggering.
- music12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its incredible quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere, with many users noting its emotional depth and unique sound design influenced by the experimental music scene. Players appreciate the soundtrack's integration with the gameplay, often describing it as a standout feature that complements the visuals and overall experience. Fans of Vocaloid and RPG Maker horror games also find the music particularly appealing, adding to the game's charm.
“Not only do I have some incredible songs to add to my playlist, but the atmosphere is unlike anything I've played in a long time.”
“A pretty neat semi-Omori inspired game with great visuals and music, made by an actual music artist.”
“With music and sound design coming from an experimental music scene, it's no wonder the game sonically is crafted so carefully in such strange ways and conveys such specific feelings.”
“Even if you aren't familiar with vai5000 or don't care so much about the music aspect, it's still a neat little project for Omori or Milk Inside a Bag of Milk fans.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its profound and dark themes, exploring complex issues such as trauma and the struggle to escape abusive relationships. Its evocative visuals enhance the narrative, making it impactful despite its brevity. Overall, the storytelling resonates with a late teen/young adult audience, featuring beautiful elements and engaging easter eggs.
“Great storytelling with the EP and game.”
“The visuals have such a neat, evocative style that make the story so much more hard-hitting.”
“A very short but profound story about what I perceived to be the difficulty someone faces when trying to leave their abuser whom they’re trauma-bonded to.”
“The visuals have such a neat, evocative style that make the story so much harder hitting.”
“Without trying to sound condescending, the game's story is very late teen/young adult edge-ridden.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their amazing visuals and evocative art style, which enhance the overall atmosphere and storytelling. Many users find the visuals to be striking and reminiscent of other notable titles, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“Amazing music, amazing atmosphere, amazing visuals.”
“The art style is what drew me to 100% the game.”
“The visuals have such a neat, evocative style that make the story so much more hard-hitting.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its incredible music, stunning visuals, and an immersive experience that stands out among recent titles. Players find the combination of these elements creates a unique and captivating environment.
“Amazing music, amazing atmosphere, amazing visuals.”
“Not only do I have some incredible songs to add to my playlist, but the atmosphere is unlike anything I've played in a long time.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its realistic portrayal of the psychological effects of emotional abuse, creating a compelling and immersive experience. Players find it both unsettling and comforting, showcasing a nuanced exploration of complex emotions.
“I liked the psychological aspects as well; it seems like a fairly realistic portrayal of what a person in an emotionally abusive relationship would be socialized into behaving due to the emotional abuse.”
“A very well-made multimedia experience that is emotional and scary, yet very comforting at times too.”