Our End of the World
- November 2, 2017
- 橘子班
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Our End of the World" is a survival strategy game where players must lead a group of survivors through a post-apocalyptic world filled with zombies and other dangers. Scavenge for resources, build and manage a base, and make difficult decisions to ensure your group's survival in this unforgiving world. With a variety of characters and weapons to discover, every playthrough offers a new and challenging experience.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and interesting story with multiple endings that keep players engaged.
- The visual style is detailed and appealing, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The inclusion of various puzzles adds a layer of challenge and variety to the gameplay.
- The main character is often portrayed as unlikable and problematic, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Repetitive gameplay and limited character interactions can lead to boredom over time.
- The translation quality is poor, leading to confusion and a lack of clarity in the story.
- story41 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story is a mixed bag, featuring a somewhat engaging but ultimately flawed narrative centered around two main characters in a post-apocalyptic setting. While it offers unique twists and a claustrophobic atmosphere, the plot suffers from repetitive elements and a lack of character development, leading to a frustrating experience for some players. Despite its shortcomings, the story remains entertaining and intriguing, particularly for those who enjoy complex puzzles and unexpected plot developments.
“The story unfolds slowly and keeps the player in suspense almost to the end.”
“There's some 'black mirror-esque' plot twists that make this visual novel a very interesting one, especially towards the end.”
“This is a meaningful game; the twists and turns of the story are a big selling point, and you can freely choose to make the story continue to develop.”
“The plot is so-so, better than just there, but don't expect anything special.”
“There are just 2 characters in most parts of the game; if we include all of them, then it will be around 5. Due to the strange flow of events, it looks like a few of them are the same character but from different timelines or worlds. The story is kind of strange, to say the least.”
“The protagonist is so bad that he gives a rapist vibe despite how the story keeps saying 'oh, I just need to save her.'”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is divided into three main components: visual novel reading, puzzle-solving, and a tamagotchi-like care simulation. While the game attempts to incorporate traditional gameplay elements, many players find the execution lacking due to poor translation and confusing narrative structure, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these issues, some players appreciate the inclusion of interactive choices, which add a layer of engagement to the otherwise standard visual novel format.
“If we talk about the gameplay, then it is divided into three parts: the usual novel, puzzle solving, and a kind of Tamagotchi/simulator for taking care.”
“Our end of the world (henceforth our end) is somewhat niche in that it does have a 'real' gameplay element, in addition to the standard visual novel content.”
“First off, for the gameplay/reading itself, I felt like a lot of it didn't make sense.”
“A push for gameplay in a medium largely bereft of it and a story with interesting lore and surprising twists are thwarted by a poor translation and uncertainty on where perception ends and reality begins.”
“As strange as it seems, even the scant few choices one makes are enough to qualify as gameplay.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a limited selection of 3-5 tracks, which some players feel fit the scenes well while others find them lacking. Overall, the music is described as pleasant, with standout moments like the relaxing main menu theme and effective background scores, earning a mixed reception with an average rating around 7.5/10. However, its repetitive nature may diminish its impact over time.
“The music is pretty nice; the main menu music is incredibly relaxing.”
“The story and the background music are also excellent.”
“There are around 3-5 tracks, and I would give them 7.5/10 for how they correspond to their scenes of use.”
“There is not a lot to say about the music; it's just around 3-5 tracks, sometimes they suit well to scenes, and sometimes they don't.”
“For the music, I have only played almost 5 hours worth and I think I have only heard 4 tracks.”
“Like the artwork, the music loses its value at some point.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is described as both heartbreaking and touching, effectively conveying a post-apocalyptic narrative that resonates deeply with players. However, some reviewers noted inconsistencies in the writing, where certain emotional scenes felt flat or overly dramatic, detracting from the intended impact. Overall, the game serves as a therapeutic experience for those dealing with emotional trauma.
“The description of the emotion is heartbreaking.”
“This is a post-apocalyptic adult visual novel which I would describe as a psychological/emotional thriller.”
“The endings are touching.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their beautiful artwork, though some users feel that new visuals are sparse until significant events occur, which can take time. Additionally, there are concerns about excessive censorship affecting the overall artistic expression. Overall, the graphics are well-received, especially at the start of the game.
“For the artwork, I thought that it was beautifully done.”
“From the very beginning, I enjoyed the graphics.”
“You won't see new artwork until you hit major events, and trust me, it takes a while to get there.”
“Another thing about the artwork is that I find it too censored.”
“Like the artwork, the music loses its value at some point.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, with players appreciating the varied outcomes based on their choices, particularly in the final chapter. Many recommend it for its engaging narrative that encourages multiple playthroughs to explore different decisions and perspectives.
“However, the game does get a bit weird towards the end (in the last chapter), but overall it's a great game with lots of replayability.”
“This is a game with great replay value, and I highly recommend it to English speakers as well.”
“Doing what you think is right might not be the best for others, which adds to the game's great replay value.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as engaging and claustrophobic, enhancing the intriguing story and multiple paths available. However, some players find the dynamics between the main characters problematic, which detracts from the overall experience, especially when attempting to explore all possible endings.
“It's a nice story with many options and paths to take, and I like the atmosphere of the game.”
“The story is interesting enough; the atmosphere is claustrophobic (that's a good thing).”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when replaying sections to achieve different endings. Additionally, the presence of numerous spelling and grammatical errors detracts from the overall experience.
“Replaying parts of the game to get different endings can become tedious.”
“The constant grinding for resources feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
“The grind to level up is excessively long and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development of the heroine is well-received, with users praising her design as appealing and effective.
