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Since Memories: Off the Starry Sky

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53%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
story, music
90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

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Since Memories: Off the Starry Sky is a single player casual action adventure game with a drama theme. It was developed by MAGES. Inc. and was released on October 23, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

The main character "Junya Mizumoto" helps his family's business "Mizumoto-dou" while attending university. His heart is bind to his older brother Takaya, who died last year. "Why did I survive?" One day, he meets a girl. "I wish you're the one who died," she says, before disappearing without telling herself identity. After that, Junya's childhood friend "Chihaya Houjou" comes in with a project …

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
character development2 negative mentions
  • The game features a solid mystery plot and well-developed characters, particularly the standout Chihaya route.
  • The visuals, soundtrack, and voice acting are of high quality, enhancing the overall experience.
  • It's a significant milestone for the Memories Off series to be available in English, making it accessible to a wider audience.
  • The pacing is slow, and the writing can be overly long-winded, leading to a tedious experience at times.
  • There are numerous translation errors and typos that detract from the immersion and enjoyment of the story.
  • Not all character routes contribute meaningfully to the main narrative, leaving some players feeling unsatisfied with the overall story progression.
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is a standalone spin-off that emphasizes mystery over character relationships, featuring a protagonist, Junya Mizumoto, who grapples with his brother's tragic death while helping friends confront their own issues. While the narrative is engaging, some reviewers feel it lacks consistency and depth, with only a few routes significantly impacting character development and the main plot. Overall, the story is described as good but could have done more justice to its characters.

    • “You follow Junya Mizumoto, a young man who bore witness to the tragic death of his brother in a car accident one year before the story begins, as he interacts with friends, helps solve their inner turmoils and traumas, all while chipping away at his own insecurities in the process.”
    • “But since its story is standalone and it's the most recent release for modern platforms, I guess it makes some sense to choose it.”
    • “Take note that this is a spin-off in the series and that it's focused more on its mystery plot than a thorough exploration of relationships.”
    • “I think that only 2 (you could argue that maybe 3) routes do anything for the characters to solve their dilemmas or push the main story.”
    • “I know that Memories Off is quite conservative when it comes to overall game structure - story itself, the clear list, album, sound tracks.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a well-produced soundtrack by Takeshi Abo that fans of the genre will appreciate. However, the overall experience is somewhat marred by issues such as long-winded writing and pacing problems, despite the strong visual and audio elements.

    • “Another good work on the soundtrack by Takeshi Abo.”
    • “Moreover, the soundtrack is a treat—fans of Mages' other games won't be disappointed, as the same composer returns for 'Memories' to deliver some snazzy compositions.”
    • “I know that 'Memories Off' is quite conservative when it comes to overall game structure - story itself, the clear list, album, soundtracks.”
    • “Great visuals, soundtrack, and voice acting that are let down by long-winded writing, uneven attention to routes, and mistakes in translation.”
    • “The ends justify the means, and it is one of the best produced visual novels I have read (art, CGs, soundtrack, engine, translation), but the pacing isn't excellent and the protagonist can be frustrating.”
    • “Moreover, the soundtrack is a treat—fans of Mages' other games won't be disappointed, as the same composer returns for 'Since Memories' to deliver some snazzy compositions.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their great visuals and well-drawn character designs, showcasing a charming art style. However, some users feel that the overall experience is diminished by issues such as long-winded writing and translation errors.

    • “The well-drawn character graphics and unique art style truly stand out.”
    • “The graphics are incredibly cute and charming.”
    • “Great visuals that enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The graphics are well-drawn, showcasing a unique art style.”
    • “The graphics have a cute aesthetic, but they lack depth.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's humor is largely derived from its numerous typos and mistranslations, leading to unintentionally funny phrases like "my old man spud around on his heel" and "smell celebration." While these errors can be amusing, they also detract from the overall experience, highlighting a significant issue with the game's text quality.

    • “The game itself is quite enjoyable despite any issues, but it quickly becomes evident that it has a massive typo problem, resulting in funny yet tragic mistakes like, 'my old man spun around on his heel' or 'we decided to have a smell celebration on the final day.' The occasional larger mistranslation also adds to the humor of the experience.”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, with witty one-liners and absurd scenarios that make every playthrough a joy.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is noted for its strong elements intertwined with a sense of mystery; however, some players feel that repetitive content across different routes detracts from meaningful growth, ultimately adding unnecessary playtime without enhancing character depth.

    • “Since memories, like many other games in its parent series, mixes strong character development with a vibe of mystery.”
    • “It also doesn't help that a lot of it gets repeated in other routes; and it would be fine if that actually helped with character development, but it feels like it added nothing but more playtime.”
    • “Since memories, like many other games in its parent series, mix strong character development with a vibe of mystery.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a strong emphasis on reading, requiring players to engage deeply with the narrative and text-based elements. This focus on reading can enhance immersion but may also limit accessibility for those who prefer more action-oriented gameplay. Overall, it appeals to players who enjoy story-driven experiences.

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Since Memories: Off the Starry Sky is a casual action adventure game with drama theme.

Since Memories: Off the Starry Sky is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

Since Memories: Off the Starry Sky was released on October 23, 2024.

Since Memories: Off the Starry Sky was developed by MAGES. Inc..

Since Memories: Off the Starry Sky has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Since Memories: Off the Starry Sky is a single player game.

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