Quantum Conscience

52%
Game Brain Score Based on 18 reviews
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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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52%
Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews
story8 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The mind-reading mechanic is unique and adds depth to the gameplay, allowing for organic character interactions and moral dilemmas.
  • The game features inclusive options for character gender and relationships, allowing players to headcanon their main character as non-binary and choose from various romance routes.
  • The art style and music are praised for their quality, contributing to the overall atmosphere of the game.
  • The accessibility features are inconsistent, with poor contrast in menus and a lack of voice acting, making it difficult for some players to navigate.
  • The character designs and backgrounds received criticism for being poorly executed, with some players finding them unattractive or unclear.
  • The linear nature of the story and limited choices outside of the mind-reading mechanic can lead to a feeling of repetitiveness and lack of engagement.
  • story23 mentions

    The story is a sci-fi narrative centered around a protagonist with mind-reading abilities, offering a unique twist on traditional visual novel mechanics by allowing players to influence the plot through information gathering. While the pacing is fast and the linear structure can feel restrictive, the themes of moral ambiguity and existentialism, combined with engaging characters and a distinctive setting, create moments of revelation that resonate with players. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some praising the story's depth and mechanics, while others find it somewhat straightforward and clunky.

    • “The story is great, the characters are very interesting, the futuristic fantasy setting is unique and the mind reading mechanic is pure genius.”
    • “I highly recommend this visual novel for its unique gameplay and interesting story.”
    • “The story's themes are rather existential and interesting, framed in a somewhat typical science fiction setting.”
    • “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 pacing of the story is pretty fast, but maybe a little bit too straightforward...”
    • “A lot of plot points were explained in an elongated way when there was no need.”
  • gameplay12 mentions

    The gameplay is centered around a unique mind-reading mechanic that allows players to make impactful choices, though it can be clunky at times. While the game is relatively short, it offers enough variations in endings to encourage replayability. Overall, the combination of this innovative mechanic and an engaging story makes for a solid experience, despite some accessibility concerns.

    • “Absolutely loved the mind reading mechanic.”
    • “The story is great, the characters are very interesting, the futuristic fantasy setting is unique and the mind reading mechanic is pure genius.”
    • “I highly recommend this visual novel for its unique gameplay and interesting story.”
    • “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.”
    • “I'm on the border of recommended and not recommended for this one.... the story is okay, and the main mechanic of this game is quite unique.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics received mixed reviews, with some appreciating the nearly monochromatic art style that complements the story's moral ambiguity, while others found the overall quality lacking, particularly in background design. Although the character artwork was noted as superior, it still did not meet the expectations set by other acclaimed titles in the genre.

    • “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.”
    • “I'll also compliment the art style and music.”
    • “That being said, the graphics are really not okay for me.”
    • “The character artwork was definitely better than the background, but it's not good.”
    • “As someone with a short attention span, despite the visuals, I still got fidgety.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game has received positive feedback, with users praising it as exciting and well-suited to the game's atmosphere. Many appreciate the soundtrack, highlighting its quality and contribution to the overall experience.

    • “The music was exciting and fit the game perfectly.”
    • “I'll also compliment the art style and music.”
    • “Nice soundtrack.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    "Quantum Conscience" engages players emotionally by allowing them to read characters' minds, influencing the narrative based on their emotional reactions to the information gathered. This unique mechanic adds depth to the storytelling, making players feel more connected to the characters and their experiences.

    • “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).”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game is noted for its somewhat short length, yet it offers excellent replay value, encouraging players to return for multiple playthroughs.

    • “Somewhat short, but with excellent replay value.”
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