Sentimental Death Loop

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In "Sentimental Death Loop" , you find yourself trapped in a time loop, constantly meeting a violent end at the hands of your best friend. To escape this never-ending cycle of despair, you must search rooms for clues, solve puzzles, and disarm traps. Utilize time travel to gather new information and change your fate. Each playthrough brings new challenges as you evade your friend and work toward freedom.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

story6 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The artwork, music, and voice acting are outstanding, creating an immersive experience.
The game features an interesting time-loop mechanic that adds depth to the story and puzzles.
Many players found the game fun and engaging, with a unique blend of horror and yuri elements.

Gameplay can be frustrating due to clunky controls and poorly designed puzzles that require excessive trial and error.
The story lacks coherence and depth, often feeling disjointed and underwhelming.
Repetitive scenes and the need to re-examine items can lead to a tedious experience.

story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and personal, particularly in its exploration of friendship and the chilling premise of a death loop. However, many criticized the narrative for being shallow, clichéd, and poorly paced, often overshadowed by frustrating gameplay mechanics and lack of depth. While the concept shows potential, the execution leaves players feeling disconnected and confused, leading to a struggle in fully appreciating the plot.
- “The story progresses gradually, with each loop revealing new fragments of information.”
- “For the most part, it is a story about friendship and how far people are willing to go to preserve it.”
- “It blends friendship, mystery, and other elements; the game is not too long and the story keeps you hooked from start to finish.”
- “The story isn't that compelling and the gameplay is just frustrating.”
- “Regrettably, the storytelling lacks depth and sophistication, often resorting to clichés and predictable twists.”
- “To be honest, the story was all over the place.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive, frustrating, and disjointed, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the unique mechanics and visual appeal, others feel that the gameplay fails to match the quality of the art and narrative, leading to a lack of engagement. Overall, the game struggles with awkward mechanics and a lack of cohesion, overshadowing its potential despite a compelling story and aesthetic.
- “The pixel art gameplay was really cool too; I enjoyed it a lot.”
- “But having played through everything, $20 isn't bad for 9-10 hours of gameplay.”
- “While the story is presented in the usual visual novel style, the main gameplay takes place in rooms you can freely explore.”
- “The repetition isn't fun at all; the gameplay feels like a drag.”
- “The story isn't that compelling, and the gameplay is just frustrating.”
- “Despite its visual appeal, the game's shortcomings in gameplay and narrative coherence overshadow these aesthetics.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their high-quality anime artwork, detailed sprites, and impressive animations, contributing to a visually appealing experience. However, some players express discomfort with the excessive fanservice and feel that the aesthetic quality is undermined by gameplay and narrative issues. Overall, while the visuals are a highlight, they may not be enough to compensate for the game's other shortcomings.
- “I loved the artworks, sprites, and that they animated literally everything.”
- “HQ anime artwork with animations.”
- “It's a well-made game; the voice acting is done pretty well; the artwork and scenes look amazing.”
- “Despite its visual appeal, the game's shortcomings in gameplay and narrative coherence overshadow these aesthetics.”
- “Unless one is particularly drawn to its aesthetic style or can overlook its shortcomings, it might be wise to consider this title only during a substantial discount period.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its quality, contributing to the overall outstanding artistic experience, but it can become repetitive and frustrating during evasion sections, leading players to prefer reloading checkpoints rather than engaging with the gameplay.
- “The artwork, music, and voice acting are outstanding in this, and I really wanted to like it.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “The soundtrack feels disconnected from the gameplay, often failing to enhance the atmosphere or emotional impact of the scenes.”
- “The music choices are uninspired and forgettable, leaving little to no lasting impression after playing.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as obtaining essential clues requires repetitive exploration and interactions that can feel frustrating. Many suggest that avoiding certain sections and reloading from checkpoints is a more efficient strategy than engaging in the laborious process of searching for hidden dialogues.
- “Obtaining crucial clues often involves tedious exploration and awkward interactions.”
- “Unless you're looking for the hidden dialogues, which require you to tediously examine objects over and over for minutes on end until they randomly pop up, you're probably better off just ignoring the evasion sections entirely and reloading from your last checkpoint whenever the 'incoming nemu' music starts to play.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game effectively balances its dark premise with heartwarming and wholesome elements, allowing players to emotionally connect with the characters. This emotional engagement enhances the experience, making the journey of uncovering the mystery both enjoyable and impactful.
- “This game surprised me in a good way. Although the game's premise may sound dark (and it is), it is kind of heartwarming and even wholesome in some ways. They make it so you can emotionally connect with the characters. I enjoyed every second playing it and uncovering the mystery of why your best friend wanted to kill you so much.”