Quantum Conscience

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Quantum Conscience is a sci-fi visual novel set in a galaxy of terraformed planets, where a secret war rages between two intergalactic agencies. You play as Blaire, a young FOE soldier who gains mind-reading abilities from an ARCHON experiment, forcing you to choose between loyalty to either side. This game stands out with its unique "quantum consciousness" mechanic, allowing you to explore multiple storylines and endings based on your use of Blaire's powers.

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Single-Player

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 90 reviews

story40 positive mentions

graphics8 negative mentions

The mind-reading mechanic is unique and adds depth to the gameplay, allowing for complex interactions and moral dilemmas.
The story is engaging and thought-provoking, exploring themes of morality and personal privacy in a sci-fi setting.
The game offers inclusivity with gender options for the protagonist and diverse romance routes, enhancing player connection to the characters.

The art style is inconsistent, with some character designs and backgrounds being poorly executed and unappealing.
The lack of traditional dialogue choices can make the gameplay feel linear and limit player agency, leading to frustration.
Accessibility issues, such as poor contrast in menus and the absence of voice acting, detract from the overall experience.

story
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
65%
3%
The story of the game is a compelling sci-fi narrative centered around a protagonist with mind-reading abilities, which significantly influences the plot's direction and character interactions. While the unique mechanics and moral ambiguity add depth, some players found the pacing rushed and character development lacking, leading to a disjointed experience. Overall, the story is engaging and thought-provoking, appealing to those who appreciate complex narratives, despite some criticisms regarding its execution and linearity.
- “The story is great, the characters are very interesting, the futuristic fantasy setting is unique and the mind reading mechanic is pure genius.”
- “The story is compelling, and the characters are not completely black and white.”
- “All in all, a deep story lies beneath the aesthetic, so if anything, play for the story—it’s worth it.”
- “The vn rushes from one event to another, making the story feel disjointed and the character development unrealistic.”
- “The linear nature in which the story is told is a bit frustrating as you have no control over it and it plays out almost the same every time.”
- “The story was trying a little too hard, the characters annoyed me, and boy did I hate the protagonist.”
gameplay
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
42%
11%
The gameplay of Quantum Conscience is centered around a unique mind-reading mechanic that significantly influences the narrative, diverging from traditional choice systems. While many players appreciate the innovative approach and engaging story, some find the mechanic clunky and frustrating, leading to mixed feelings about its execution. Overall, the game offers an interesting experience with replay value, though its accessibility and the protagonist's effectiveness are points of contention.
- “Absolutely loved the mind reading mechanic.”
- “Quantum Conscience is a visual novel with a unique 'mind-reading' mechanic that alters the flow of the game instead of the traditional choice system.”
- “The game is short enough for the mechanic not to outstay its welcome, and there's plenty of variations within the endings to make for fun replays.”
- “You play as a useless (sorry, I can't emphasize this more) protagonist, going through a heavy plot and using an annoying game mechanic; it simply gets on your nerves.”
- “But the part that really shines is that mind reading mechanic (though bloody hell is it clunky to use from a gameplay aspect); just from this mechanic and the story alone, I had quite a few moments of revelations, both from the story point of view and personal too.”
- “This was their first game, and that fact is made evident throughout the gameplay.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
71%
21%
The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing the art style as subpar, flat, and even abysmal. While some appreciate the unique monochromatic aesthetic that fits the story's moral ambiguity, the overall consensus is that the visuals do not meet the standards expected for a visual novel. Despite the lackluster graphics, players have noted that the engaging story compensates for the visual shortcomings.
- “The art style is nearly monochromatic, but the shades of grey fit the moral ambiguity of the story and the bleak settings, so I like it.”
- “The art style is different (I found it unique to be honest, and fitting to the story) and the background music is really good.”
- “I'll also compliment the art style and music.”
- “Furthermore, the art style is, in my opinion, subpar.”
- “That being said, the graphics are really not okay for me.”
- “Regardless, the artwork is abysmal.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The music in the game is generally praised for being exciting and fitting well with the overall experience, enhancing the gameplay and complementing the art style. However, some users noted that it can become monotonous over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered solid, with recommendations to purchase the OST to support the developer.
- “The music was exciting and fit the game perfectly.”
- “The music was very good, and enhanced the experience.”
- “Coupled with an immersive soundtrack and a vivid writing style, this game still fits perfectly onto the shelf of great visual novels.”
- “My only complaints are that the music can get quite monotonous and I got ending #3 which didn't come with an achievement, so that sucks.”
- “The art style didn't wow me, but it did the job as did the music.”
- “As far as the music is concerned, it's solid.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it excellent despite its short length, others feel that the void stream system and limited choices significantly diminish the experience, reducing the overall replay value. The lack of meaningful decisions can detract from the intensity of certain scenes, leading to a less engaging replay experience for some.
- “Somewhat short, but with excellent replay value.”
- “Void stream and dialogue branches prevent a lot of replayability.”
- “Its replay value largely depends on your opinion on the void stream system.”
- “The lack of choices also takes away the feel of danger during some of the more intense scenes and makes the game less replayable, at least in my opinion.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
Character development in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the detailed backstories that enhance the characters, others feel that the rapid pacing leads to disjointed storytelling and unrealistic character growth. Overall, the execution of character development seems to vary significantly among players.
- “This isn't my type of game, but it's definitely enjoyable, especially with all of the detail put into backstories and character development.”
- “The VN rushes from one event to another, making the story feel disjointed and the character development unrealistic.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Quantum Conscience engages players emotionally by allowing them to read characters' minds, influencing their actions based on the emotional insights gained. This unique mechanic adds depth to the narrative, as players navigate complex emotional landscapes rather than making straightforward choices. Overall, the game effectively intertwines emotional intelligence with gameplay, enhancing the player's connection to the story.
- “Quantum Conscience is a fun visual novel with a bit of a twist – rather than making direct choices, you choose whether to read someone's mind, and then your character acts according to the information they have (or their emotional reaction to the information).”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is polarizing, with some players questioning whether the lack of color was a deliberate design choice to enhance the mood or simply a result of poor execution.
- “I don't know if it was designed like that to set the mood for the atmosphere or if the omission of color was due to laziness.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game exhibits excellent stability, with no bugs or glitches encountered.

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