Quantum Suicide

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Quantum Suicide is a single player action game with horror and romance themes. It was developed by Cotton Candy Cyanide and was released on September 10, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Quantum Suicide is a narrative-driven first-person puzzle game. As a quantum computer scientist, you explore parallel realities while solving increasingly complex puzzles to uncover the truth about your own demise. Along the way, you'll encounter strange characters, surreal worlds, and dark humor that will challenge your perceptions of reality and death.

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

story30 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

The game features impressive voice acting, particularly from the character D.A.I., which enhances the overall experience.
The art style and character designs are visually appealing, contributing to an engaging atmosphere.
The game offers multiple endings and choices, providing replayability and a sense of agency in the narrative.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including transcription errors and issues with voice lines not matching the text, which detracts from immersion.
The pacing is inconsistent, with important events feeling rushed and lacking emotional impact, particularly during executions and character deaths.
The story lacks depth and coherence, often feeling derivative of other titles in the genre without fully realizing its potential.

story
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
59%
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The story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it unengaging and poorly executed, often criticizing its rushed pacing and lack of depth in character development. While some appreciated the sci-fi elements and character interactions, others felt that the multiple timelines and romance-focused narratives detracted from a cohesive plot. Overall, the game struggles with technical issues and a lack of urgency in its storytelling, leading to a generally unsatisfying experience for those seeking a compelling narrative.
- “Quantum Suicide is an engrossing experience, with a brilliant science fiction story and lovable characters.”
- “The story is equal parts interesting as it is fun, mixing comedy with the somber nature of death, something which I personally like a lot.”
- “The story has been great so far; if you are a fan of either Danganronpa or Zero Escape, or death games in general, this game is for you.”
- “The sci-fi mechanics aren't as heavily integrated into the story, and the explanation for each one is vague; if you don't understand time dilation already, this game won't explain it to you adequately, even though it really should.”
- “Story is mediocre at best, the plot is very predictable, very linear, and doesn't bring any mystery that you can't read miles away; it fails at giving a proper payoff.”
- “My biggest annoyance with the story is that a lot of the important sections feel like the game is rushing you through them.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game received mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to set the mood and enhance the atmosphere, while others criticized it for being too limited, flat, or not fitting the situations well. Many felt that the soundtrack lacked depth and emotional impact, leaving it feeling underwhelming overall. Despite some positive notes, the consensus suggests that the music could benefit from more variety and a stronger connection to the game's narrative.
- “The art and music are very nice.”
- “Good art, music, voice acting, story, and replayability!”
- “The music is fantastic and sets the mood of the game.”
- “I feel like the soundtrack was too small, if anything.”
- “A lot of the time, the music just didn't fit the situation.”
- “To put it nicely, the soundtrack leaves much to be desired.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mixed bag, capturing some elements of the Zero Escape series with its timeline hopping and sci-fi mechanics, but ultimately falling short due to vague explanations and awkward mechanics. Players noted that the game feels more like a dating sim without traditional mechanics, and while the core story and characters are engaging, bugs and mechanical issues detract from the overall experience. The unique jump mechanic offers potential for more puzzle-solving, but the lack of polish and clarity in gameplay may leave some players frustrated.
- “The jump mechanic was also a very fun gimmick, which I would’ve loved to see exploited in more puzzle-y stuff.”
- “It's an indie game, so it can't provide as much gameplay as those titles, but the story is compelling, the characters are great, and there's still a nice hefty chunk of mystery solving to be done that's kept me going.”
- “Unlike those games, this one plays more like a Zero Escape game except without the puzzle rooms and a much smaller budget (awkward UI and gameplay mechanics that I can't go into to avoid spoilers).”
- “The sci-fi mechanics aren't as heavily integrated into the story, and the explanation for each one is vague, if one is even provided at all -- if you don't understand time dilation already, this game won't explain it to you adequately, even though it really should.”
- “One gripe I had with the gameplay is that it forces you to play as a boy to get the true ending.”
- “While the core idea, characters, and plot execution are extremely well done, the game is staggered by the various bugs and mechanical issues that plague the game in its current state.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been criticized for numerous bugs, glitches, and technical issues, leading to a generally poor release state. While some players report that these problems do not significantly hinder gameplay, many others find them detrimental to the overall experience. Developers are reportedly working on patches to address these issues, but the game's initial performance has left much to be desired.
- “Technical mess, game is buggy; this could be solved with patches, but the release state of this game was very bad.”
- “Lines differ from what voice actors recite, sprites can linger on the screen when that character is no longer present, in addition to many other bugs, glitches, and oversights.”
- “However, the bugs and glitches are fatal to player experiences, so please avoid at all costs in your next game developer.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players found the game to be an emotional roller coaster, with well-developed characters and impactful storytelling that elicited strong feelings, particularly during moments of grief and connection. However, some noted that certain elements, like the executions, lacked the emotional depth they had hoped for, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, many felt deeply moved by the narrative and character interactions, making it a memorable emotional journey.
- “Overall, I loved the characters, the general premise, the deletion games were really fun, the writing was really good, there were a few twists that threw me for a loop, and overall it was a great experience and an emotional roller coaster that I enjoyed!”
- “I have not been that emotionally moved by a game in... ever, basically.”
- “All characters have a realistic feel to them; the way they grieve for others when they die is heartbreaking (to me at least), and as someone who didn't think they'd enjoy all the characters (but did), that's very sweet.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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29%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning and beautiful art style, featuring crisp visuals and excellent character design. Reviewers highlight the vibrant color schemes and top-notch voice acting, which enhance the overall experience and engagement with the characters and story.
- “Crisp graphics, nice character design, and top-notch voice acting are the icing on the cake.”
- “The art style is beautiful and there is a lot of variance in color schemes.”
- “The art style is stunning, brilliant, and show-stopping.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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The game's atmosphere is a mixed bag; while it features a compelling story and eerie elements, many players feel it lacks the necessary tension and emotional impact during critical moments. The visual design evokes a sense of loneliness and unease, but the music fails to enhance the experience, often feeling generic and not fitting for key scenes. Overall, the atmosphere struggles to maintain engagement, particularly when navigating different routes.
- “A very compelling story, ingeniously devised games and a really eerie atmosphere.”
- “The visual atmosphere is lonely but lively, distant yet comforting, uneasy and cold.”
- “The music was atmospheric... but it wasn't really poignant for the scenes when it needed that the most.”
- “Atmosphere is important for these kinds of death games, but this game totally lacks any tension whatsoever. I don't even feel anything when I or someone else dies; it's just very abrupt.”
- “All atmosphere gets lost once you start selecting different routes to open up locked routes that require you to play certain other routes.”
- “As a final point of weakness, the game also lacked the fitting atmosphere I'd expect.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highly praised, with players finding the characters and dialogue exceptionally funny, often leading to genuine laughter. The witty writing, particularly through the characters' cynical remarks and unexpected twists in story routes, adds a unique charm, making even the "bad endings" amusing. Notable moments, such as playful meta-commentary, enhance the comedic experience, contributing to an overall lighthearted tone.
- “The characters and dialogue are super funny, and I can't wait to see more.”
- “Really well-written characters, and their dialogue is often hilarious!”
- “From psychotic Dai's insults to each individual crew member's cynicism of their dire situation, I found myself laughing out loud many times.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been criticized due to significant bugs that detract from the overall experience, particularly affecting the enjoyment of voice performances. While some English voice acting is commendable, the presence of technical issues has led to a negative perception of the overall audio quality.
- “The talent is not limited to that, but I cannot comment positively on any further performances due to bugs at this time.”
- “I’ll keep this point short and impersonal, but some of the performances are on the level of a bad fan dub.”
- “I apologize to all the English voice actors, but I cannot enjoy your performances at this time.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability due to its intriguing multiple paths and entertaining storyline, with distinct experiences available in both male and female versions. Players appreciate the variety and depth that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “Intriguing multiple paths to take, a lot of replay value with its entertaining storyline.”
- “The male and female versions of the game are also significantly different from one another, leading to great replayability.”
- “Good art, music, voice acting, story, and replayability!”
- “The male and female versions of the game are decently different from one another, leading to decent replayability.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is highlighted as an engaging and interactive experience, complemented by crisp graphics, appealing character design, and excellent voice acting, allowing players to connect with the characters as they evolve throughout the game.
- “Getting to know the characters was fun and interactive, and you can see some character development as well.”
- “Crisp graphics, nice character design, and top-notch voice acting are the icing on the cake.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game appears to be linked to promotional efforts, as evidenced by the producer's presence at events like comic cons to advertise it, suggesting a focus on engaging the community and potentially leveraging event-based marketing strategies.