Shut your teeth

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Shut your teeth is a single player action game. It was developed by Anastasia Erokhina and was released on July 20, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Shut your teeth is an absurdist mystery visual novel inspired by Thai culture, folklore and traditions. The complex plot full of dark atmosphere, vivid characters and psychological tension will keep you guessing until the very end.

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Single-Player

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

story9 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Engaging and well-written story with interesting characters that keeps players engrossed.
Unique visual style using real photographs for backgrounds and character portraits, enhancing immersion.
Offers insights into Thai culture and folklore, making it an educational experience alongside entertainment.

Limited interactivity with only two decision points, which may disappoint players expecting a more traditional visual novel experience.
Pacing issues, particularly in the first half, where some content feels tedious and doesn't contribute to the overall narrative.
The slow burn nature of the story may deter casual players looking for quicker action or excitement.

story
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The game's story is highly praised for its engaging writing and interesting characters, despite having minimal decision points, making it more of a narrative experience than a traditional game. Set in Thailand, it effectively immerses players in its unique setting and themes, particularly around Thai folklore and the lives of digital nomads. While some players found the plot predictable, the final twist surprised many, contributing to an overall positive reception of the storytelling.
- “But it's a well-written story with interesting characters, and I was definitely engrossed in it!”
- “The plot is enjoyable, characters are unique, and it’s a story about Russian freelancers/digital nomads in Thailand — you’ll learn quite a lot about the life of such people in a foreign country.”
- “That is a thrilling story that is getting more and more intense as you progress.”
- “It's not a game as much as it is a story: there's only two decision points in the entire thing.”
- “Overall, it’s a solid story that I completed in two days on my smartphone.”
- “I suggest to everyone who plays it for the first time to read the story from the beginning and not cut to the middle of the story.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the visual novel is praised for its variety and ability to enhance the emotional atmosphere, with background tracks that effectively match the mood of different scenes. Reviewers appreciate the great soundtrack, which complements the impressive visuals and engaging plot.
- “This visual novel features varied and colorful background music to suit the situation.”
- “I enjoyed the musical changes that matched every mood.”
- “The soundtrack is great, and the visuals (both background and character images are real photos with some style editing) complement the astounding plot.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their fresh and unique style, utilizing real photos with artistic editing for both backgrounds and character images. This distinctive visual approach, combined with an engaging soundtrack, enhances the overall experience, making it appealing to those who appreciate unconventional aesthetics.
- “In terms of visuals, they are so fresh.”
- “The visuals (both background and character images are real photos with some style editing) are stunning.”
- “If you like unorthodox stories and visuals, then I believe this game might catch your attention!”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the gameplay engaging and enjoyable, particularly appreciating the mystery-solving elements and the innovative dual timeline mechanic that adds depth to the experience.
- “It was a lot of fun to try and solve the mystery as I went through the game, and the dual timeline was a super interesting mechanic.”
emotional
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The visual novel effectively engages players emotionally by offering a captivating narrative that delves into various circumstances and feelings, resulting in a mix of curiosity, entertainment, and pleasure.
- “This visual novel piqued my curiosity, made me feel entertained, surprised me, and gave me pleasure through its enjoyable writing that explores all the circumstances and feelings in detail.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The grinding aspect of "[i]shut your teeth[/i]" is noted to be somewhat tedious and repetitive, particularly in the dialogues between Margarita and Maksim, but the overall experience is still enjoyable and filled with surprises and dark humor.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the repetitive tasks to be a major drawback, as they detracted from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The constant need to grind for resources became frustrating and made the gameplay feel like a chore.”
humor
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The humor in "[i]shut your teeth[/i]" is characterized by well-crafted dark humor and unexpected twists, though some dialogues, particularly between Margarita and Maksim, can feel tedious and repetitive. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the experience.
- “Shut Your Teeth is well written, full of surprises, and packed with dark humor. While there is a part that feels a bit tedious and repetitive, particularly in Margarita and Maksim's dialogues, overall, I really enjoyed it.”