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Sigh of the Abyss

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96% User Score Based on 138 reviews

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Sigh of the Abyss is a single player casual role playing game with fantasy and romance themes. It was developed by Rascal Devworks and was released on October 11, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Embrace the monster within to change the fate of a nation in this dark fantasy visual novel.

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Audience ScoreBased on 138 reviews
story72 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a rich and captivating story with well-written characters and meaningful choices that significantly impact the narrative.
  • The art style is stunning, resembling beautiful hand-painted visuals that enhance the immersive experience of the game.
  • Players appreciate the depth of world-building and the complexity of moral dilemmas, making for a compelling and engaging gameplay experience.
  • Some players found the pacing slow, particularly in the first half of the game, which may lead to a feeling of dragging progress.
  • There are complaints about the lack of customization for the protagonist, as well as some inconsistencies in the quality of voice acting.
  • A few reviews noted that certain endings felt rushed or unsatisfying, undermining the otherwise strong narrative.
  • story
    165 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is widely praised for its depth, complexity, and engaging writing, often compared to high-quality AAA titles. Players appreciate the rich lore, well-developed characters, and the meaningful choices that significantly impact the narrative, creating a captivating experience. However, some critiques mention pacing issues and a rushed conclusion, suggesting that while the story starts strong, it may falter in its final act.

    • “Furthermore, the story is so rich, captivating, and so well written, it can easily go toe to toe with AAA titles.”
    • “The world is incredibly rich, the story is extremely interesting and well-paced.”
    • “The story is captivating, and I really couldn't predict the outcome.”
    • “Didn't like it :( too many details that don't make the story rich, but long and boring.”
    • “But the story never really gripped me.”
    • “The game is very long, but it often feels like you're constantly being led through side quests, with the main story only coming together at the very beginning and the very end.”
  • graphics
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning, painterly art style that evokes a soothing and captivating atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the beautiful character illustrations and detailed backgrounds, which enhance the storytelling experience, although some note the reuse of certain artwork across scenes. Overall, the visuals are described as a significant draw, complementing the engaging narrative and character development.

    • “The art style is so beautiful, everything looks like an oil painting.”
    • “Absolutely stunning renaissance art style, quality partial voice acting, intriguing plot and characters.”
    • “You can see the love, care, and dedication in the game from the detailed artwork to the compelling story.”
    • “The same artwork seems to be reused for different scenes.”
    • “Graphics and basically everything in the game are quite simple... all but the story.”
    • “Unfortunately, what few 'relationship-oriented' interactions there are, they are all rated 'PG'; no real visuals, and vague text.”
  • music
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its beauty and ability to enhance the storytelling experience, with standout character themes and an immersive soundtrack that fits the game's atmosphere. While some players found certain tracks annoying in specific scenes, the overall consensus is that the original score is pleasing and complements the game's stunning art and engaging narrative. The combination of music, art, and voice acting creates a rich and captivating experience for players.

    • “I'm also kinda in love with the game's music (especially Marane's and Alpheon's themes).”
    • “The soundtrack is wonderful as well; I especially love the different character themes.”
    • “The soundtrack is very well done, not intrusive and fits the atmosphere of the story, which feels mysterious and exotic.”
    • “There are no songs in the game, but the original music score is quite pleasing.”
    • “Accompanied with a beautiful art style, and a pleasing instrumental soundtrack fitting of a classic Bioware RPG; a fairly focused but compelling story is brought to life!”
    • “The soundtrack is very well done, not intrusive and fits the atmosphere of the story which feels mysterious and exotic.”
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players finding it meandering and lacking a clear loop, while others appreciate the engaging mechanics and impactful choices. The game offers a lengthy playtime, with elements like personality dialogue and ability selection adding depth. Overall, it combines intriguing lore and visual storytelling, making it a compelling experience for fans of narrative-driven RPGs.

    • “I loved the whole game mechanics and played the complete story blind.”
    • “The gameplay is a lot longer than I expected; my first playthrough took me more than 15 hours and I was entertained every second of it.”
    • “Getting to choose your abilities mixes up the gameplay, opening up different options while closing off others.”
    • “I was forcing myself to finish the game, but gave up after 9 hours of gameplay.”
    • “It's a bit meandering, narrative-wise, and there's no discernible gameplay loop.”
    • “But some of the gameplay elements are unclear, like the personality dialogue choices.”
  • replayability
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers high replayability, featuring numerous choices and routes that encourage players to experience the story multiple times. Users appreciate the engaging narrative and appealing art, contributing to its solid replay value. Overall, it is recognized as a lengthy visual novel with significant replay potential.

    • “It's a solid game with great replay value.”
    • “The replay value is very high here, since it has lots of choices and routes.”
    • “You want plenty of choices and replayability.”
    • “The art is absolutely scrumptious, there's replayability (at least, I thought so!), and it was an interesting story to play through!”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted for its depth and versatility, allowing players to roleplay their characters in various comedic ways. While some interactions, like the abrupt transition from flirting to engagement, are amusing, the humor often serves more as flavor text rather than significantly impacting gameplay. Overall, players appreciate the comedic elements, though some find the linearity of choices frustrating.

    • “What I'm most impressed by is the protagonist and how they are written with so much depth, yet the humor system allows you to roleplay them in many different ways.”
    • “I just wanted to add how funny I found it that you go from flirting to choosing someone and them saying you're now engaged basically, hahaha.”
    • “I think it's because of the game timeline, but I found the interaction kind of funny, like wow, at least they're not afraid of commitment.”
  • character development
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting the depth and natural progression of relationships that enhance the narrative. The beautiful character designs and hand-drawn artwork further enrich the experience, making the emotional arcs feel authentic and engaging. Overall, the combination of solid storytelling and thoughtful character growth stands out as a significant strength.

    • “It also makes it feel much more natural if you let the romance choices and scenes seep into the plot one step at a time with room for character development in between.”
    • “Solid story, beautifully hand-drawn artwork, passionate character development.”
    • “The depth of the story and character development in this novel is one of the best I’ve experienced.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
    • “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any meaningful way.”
    • “The game fails to provide adequate backstory for its characters, leaving their motivations unclear and unengaging.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, characterized by unmatched visuals and a captivating soundtrack that complements its mysterious and exotic narrative. Reviewers highlight the overall immersive experience created by the game's art style, sound design, and storytelling.

    • “One of the best visual novels I've ever played, with unmatched visuals and an incredible atmosphere.”
    • “The style, the sound, the atmosphere, the story.”
    • “The soundtrack is very well done, not intrusive, and fits the atmosphere of the story, which feels mysterious and exotic.”
    • “The soundtrack is very well done, not intrusive and fits the atmosphere of the story, which feels mysterious and exotic.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, captivated by its slowly unfolding narrative and the beautifully crafted hand-painted backgrounds. The rich character development, filled with their own stories, fears, and hopes, creates an immersive experience that keeps players engaged and emotionally invested, often leading to late-night gaming sessions.

    • “I was captivated during the first hour, enchanted by the slowly unfolding story, the beautiful and touching hand-painted backgrounds, and the game characters rich with their own stories, fears, hopes, and feelings. That first evening, I stayed awake well into the night, unable to tear myself away from the narrative, like a book that draws you in and refuses to let you go.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making their struggles and triumphs feel incredibly real. I found myself deeply invested in their journeys, experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions throughout the game.”
    • “This game masterfully weaves a narrative that evokes a profound emotional response. The moments of joy, sorrow, and hope are beautifully portrayed, leaving a lasting impact long after the game is over.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has been criticized for being buggy and poorly designed, particularly regarding key plot developments that occur offscreen, which detracts from the overall narrative coherence. Players have expressed frustration with character decisions that feel abrupt and unearned, indicating a lack of thoughtful execution in the game's storytelling.

    • “The game is riddled with bugs that disrupt the experience, making it feel unfinished and poorly thought out.”
    • “Major plot points happen offscreen, leaving players confused and frustrated with the narrative flow.”
    • “Key characters are removed from the story without proper explanation, which undermines player choices and engagement.”
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Sigh of the Abyss is a casual role playing game with fantasy and romance themes.

Sigh of the Abyss is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 13 hours playing Sigh of the Abyss.

Sigh of the Abyss was released on October 11, 2024.

Sigh of the Abyss was developed by Rascal Devworks.

Sigh of the Abyss has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Sigh of the Abyss is a single player game.

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