Our World is Ended

53%
Game Brain Score Based on 62 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • music
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The clashing tones and reoccurring issues make for one messy game that just ends up feeling pretty mediocre in comparison to most visual novels out there. With a couple of changes, this game could have been slightly average at best.
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"Our World is Ended" is a visual novel adventure game where players follow a group of game developers who accidentally cross over into the real world with their latest augmented reality game. The game features multiple endings and a focus on character development and story as the group must work to fix the glitches in their game and return to reality. The game's plot explores themes of technology, virtual reality, and the consequences of crossing the line between the virtual and real world.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Play​Station
  • Play​station Vita
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Reviews

53%
Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews
story25 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • The game features stunning visuals and a colorful art style that enhances the overall experience.
  • Character interactions and humor are enjoyable, providing a fun and engaging slice-of-life experience.
  • The emotional depth of the story keeps players hooked, with moments that resonate despite the comedic elements.
  • The writing often relies on juvenile humor and excessive sexual innuendo, which can be off-putting and uncomfortable for some players.
  • Character development is inconsistent, with many characters being initially unlikable or clichéd, making it hard to empathize with them.
  • The plot lacks focus and coherence, leading to a disjointed narrative that fails to deliver a satisfying story.
  • story76 mentions

    The story of the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it fun and emotional, while others criticize it for being poorly paced and lacking depth. It attempts to balance lighthearted comedy with serious themes but often feels disjointed and cliché, leading to a lack of engagement. While some appreciate the character interactions and unique ideas, many recommend skipping the narrative due to its perceived mediocrity and repetitive elements.

    • “The story does not take itself too seriously, but it does have its moments, so it does hit the right notes when it goes for it.”
    • “I thought it akin to a comedy anime with an underlying serious plot, and it does manage to balance between the two sides pretty well.”
    • “The art is gorgeous, the story has me hooked so far, and the interactions between characters are one of a kind.”
    • “After thirteen insufferable chapters of a plot that didn't go anywhere, neither in comedy, originality, or interest, I decided to skip the last chapters.”
    • “The plot technically exists, but feels like it was written chapter-by-chapter without any actual plans for the future - events flow into other events usually with at least some thread of logic, but the pacing is all over the place and it rarely feels like it's actually building to anything in particular.”
    • “But honestly, between the annoyingly cringe characters and a disgruntled plot that gets choked by jokes as insipid as cliché, I don't think this game review deserves more effort from me than I already gave it.”
  • graphics21 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning art style, vibrant colors, and charming character designs, which contribute significantly to the overall aesthetic experience. Many reviewers highlight the visuals as a standout feature, noting that they are particularly impressive for a visual novel, complemented by a fitting soundtrack. While some opinions suggest that graphics may not be the most critical aspect of the game, the consensus leans towards a strong appreciation for the artistic quality presented.

    • “The art style is stunningly good.”
    • “The character designs are pretty charming and the art style is what initially sold me on the game.”
    • “It's funny and silly, graphics are really cool, visuals are glorious for a visual novel, music is nice.”
    • “Graphics don't matter in this game.”
    • “The art style is what you'd expect for the price.”
    • “Decent artwork.”
  • music17 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the soundtrack as fitting and enjoyable, while others find it forgettable and lacking in memorability. Overall, the music complements the colorful visuals and engaging scenarios, but it may not leave a lasting impression on all players.

    • “The overall art and aesthetics are really colorful and well designed, the music is surprisingly decent and fitting for most scenes in the game, and the UI is really crisp and well-designed.”
    • “Other than that, the art's incredible, as is the music and general premise - it hooks you into the game nicely.”
    • “The game's got absolutely fantastic visuals and a great soundtrack that I'm still surprised hasn't been ripped onto YouTube in its entirety.”
    • “The soundtrack is forgettable.”
    • “A forgettable soundtrack, bugs and typos, lack of variety in character sprite poses, terrible story execution.”
  • humor12 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mix of tired clichés typical of slice-of-life anime and tongue-in-cheek moments, such as game developers engaging in humorous self-promotion and online disputes. While some pervy themes may not resonate with everyone, the eccentric characters and their antics, including a particularly amusing otaku, provide a fun and silly experience that can elicit laughter from a wide audience. Overall, the humor is described as enjoyable and colorful, contributing positively to the game's charm.

    • “The humor is somewhat tongue-in-cheek at times (an early scene has the game devs shilling for their own game and getting into flame wars over it) and also there are lots of pervy themes, which amuse me but may not amuse everyone.”
    • “One super otaku character makes such ridiculous noises that I was replaying them from the backlog and my kids and wife were laughing at them, too.”
    • “It's fun, it's silly and it's hilarious.”
  • emotional9 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the visual novel is described as engaging and impactful, with a story that keeps players hooked from start to finish. While some characters are intentionally crafted to be difficult to empathize with, the narrative features touching moments and strong character development that contribute to a unique and memorable experience. Overall, it balances fun and emotional depth, despite its flaws.

    • “A quite emotional visual novel, it kept me hooked from beginning to end.”
    • “The most touching part of the story is about this game development studio literally spending weeks to get the feeling of unity after their unity was praised millions of times by narration, by side characters, by themselves, and almost every living and dead person featured in this game.”
    • “It's got its touching moments of excellent character building, and coupling that with the overall plot's good quality makes for a quite unique experience.”
  • character development8 mentions

    While the character designs in the game are praised for their charm and uniqueness, many players feel that the overall character development falls short, failing to deliver a compelling narrative or depth that matches the appealing visuals. The art style may attract players initially, but it does not compensate for a lack of meaningful character growth.

    • “Character designs are unique, fully remappable controls.”
    • “I imagined this game would be a rip-off of Steins;Gate with fancy character design.”
    • “The character designs are pretty charming, and the art style is what initially sold me on the game.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Users consistently highlight the game's "infinitely replayable" nature, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs without losing its appeal.

    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “Infinitely replayable.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized as typical of visual novels, suggesting a familiar structure and mechanics that align with the genre's conventions.

    • “Gameplay is like any other visual novel.”
    • “Gameplay is like any other visual novel.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game demonstrates solid stability on the Steam Deck, providing a smooth experience; however, players have noted that it takes several minutes to load initially.

    • “It runs great on the Steam Deck, but it takes a few minutes to load the game for some reason.”
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