Sinless
- December 16, 2015
- MGP Studios
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Before we knew it, what we once knew as 'freedom' became nothing more but a faint and distant memory." Venture forth and discover the truth behind the seemingly perfect OmniCare society in Sinless: a unique point n' click and visual novel hybrid, set in an original cyberpunk reality.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features stunning visuals and a captivating cyberpunk atmosphere that immerses players in its world.
- The soundtrack is excellent, enhancing the overall experience and mood of the game.
- The story, while short, is engaging and leaves players wanting more, with potential for interesting themes and character development.
- The game is very short, typically taking only 1-3 hours to complete, and ends on a cliffhanger with no indication of future chapters.
- Navigation can be confusing, with unclear interaction points and a clunky interface that detracts from the gameplay experience.
- Many players feel the game is not worth its full price, suggesting it should only be purchased on sale or as part of a bundle.
- story140 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story is engaging and set in a visually stunning cyberpunk world, drawing comparisons to works like "Black Mirror" and "The Matrix." However, many players express frustration over its incomplete nature, as it ends on a cliffhanger without resolution, leaving them eager for a continuation that has yet to be released. While the narrative is intriguing and thought-provoking, it is often described as feeling rushed or linear, making it more akin to an interactive short story than a fully developed game.
“The story was incredible and the visuals are amazing.”
“An artistic adventure with a feel of a visual novel, combining unique visuals and stunning music, that is able to draw you deep into its story, creating an unforgettable cyberpunk experience in the process.”
“The plot is well constructed, offering the player an engaging narrative with unexpected twists and turns and well-developed characters.”
“It's quite frustrating that the game ends with 'to be continued..' where you're just starting to get 'answers' about what the story is even about, when there was no indication anywhere this was a part one of something larger.”
“This game was originally intended to be the first part of a trilogy, but they haven’t made the sequels, so there is no resolution to the story.”
“The story isn't great and feels rushed at the end.”
- graphics122 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning art style and immersive cyberpunk aesthetic, often described as beautiful and reminiscent of art books. However, some users noted issues with readability on larger screens and criticized the graphics for being reminiscent of 90s pixelated styles. Overall, while the visuals are a major highlight, there are occasional technical issues and design choices that detract from the experience.
“The visuals blew my mind.”
“Worth playing just to appreciate the visuals and music, especially if you are into cyberpunk.”
“The visuals look like they just jumped out of an artbook, but this together with the music is exactly what really let you sink into the game after a while.”
“The graphics are 90s quality.”
“The game was decent, but for the first hour I had regrets I bought it seeing the 90s pixelated graphics, and almost quit a few times, until the story caught me and it became quite enjoyable.”
“As of the first release, there are a number of issues with graphics failing to load, leaving you with a black screen or only part of the scene.”
- music116 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting the excellent soundtrack that complements the game's visuals and narrative. While some noted that the music can be repetitive, it is generally described as evocative, fitting well within the cyberpunk theme and contributing significantly to the immersive experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, making the game worth playing, especially for fans of the genre.
“An artistic adventure with a feel of a visual novel, combining unique visuals and stunning music, that is able to draw you deep into its story, creating an unforgettable cyberpunk experience in the process.”
“The soundtrack is excellent and really helps create the vibe as you go through the game.”
“The visuals look like they just jumped out of an artbook, but this together with the music is exactly what really lets you sink into the game after a while.”
“The soundtrack is adequate, bordering a bit on the repetitive side, but it still manages to augment the atmosphere.”
“I actually heard the soundtrack more often than I played the game.”
“Music is very okay (despite me not being a fan of that type of music from the previous millennium).”
- gameplay38 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a simple point-and-click mechanic, allowing players to explore an open world and unravel the story, though it has been criticized for its short duration of around 2-2.5 hours and issues with movement mechanics. While some players appreciated the engaging narrative and vibrant visuals, others found the gameplay lacking in depth and fun, with complaints about confusing points of interest and a need for improvement in controls. Overall, the game offers a mix of traditional adventure elements and a choice system, but it may leave players wanting more.
“The bright, funky, psychedelic background art makes the gameplay experience a trip.”
“Gameplay: sinless' gameplay stands out for its combination of traditional graphic adventure mechanics with a choice system that influences the outcome of the story.”
“Sinless is an enriching gaming experience that combines a deep narrative, engaging gameplay, and striking visual aesthetics.”
“It's an ok game, but 5 euros for 2 hours of gameplay?”
“The controls and gameplay need to be improved as it was my main complaint.”
“Gameplay here is you scanning the screen for objects to interact with and frankly, this is no fun at all.”
- atmosphere27 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its captivating cyberpunk aesthetic, characterized by a dark color palette, meticulous environmental details, and a dream-like quality. The soundtrack, while occasionally repetitive, effectively enhances the immersive experience, complementing the dystopian tone. Overall, players find the atmosphere to be a significant draw, making it a key reason to engage with the game.
“Every couple of months, I just get the urge to sit down and play through this one in a single sitting; the atmosphere and art are that good.”
“Composed of a mix of electronic sounds and ambient atmospheres, the soundtrack perfectly reflects the dystopian tone of the game.”
“As stated, Sinless is a lot about its atmosphere, so you should really make sure you like what you get.”
“The dark color palette and meticulous detail of the environments help convey the oppressive atmosphere of the futuristic world in which the game is set.”
“I could excuse this if there was a philosophical theme, but this doesn't really happen; the game takes a more action approach and prefers to dazzle with its atmosphere.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 57 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has limited replayability due to its linear structure, with some players noting that it can be completed in about two hours. However, there is a degree of replay value stemming from the ability to explore different endings and the impactful choices made throughout the narrative.
“No replay value.”
“I beat it in 2 hours, so it's not a long game, but there's some replay value to get different endings.”
“Interaction with the environment and characters is fluid, and the choices made throughout the game have a real impact on the narrative, which adds a significant element of replayability.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent bugs causing freezes that can result in lost progress. While some players find it decent overall, the recurring technical problems detract from the experience.
“The game is buggy; several of the things you click will freeze the game, causing you to lose progress repeatedly.”
“Decent game, but sometimes buggy.”
- character development3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is enhanced by striking art and character designs, which, along with an engaging musical score, contribute to a vibrant and immersive world. The intuitive interface further supports the storytelling, making the characters feel alive and integral to the experience.
“The art is complemented by an intuitive interface and character design that helps bring the story to life.”
“The art and character designs, along with the music, create a vibrant world, utilizing parallaxing and post-processing techniques to add depth to the 2D art.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a notable sense of humor, with players finding it amusing at various points. Many suggest that adding an achievement for exploring humorous failures would enhance the comedic experience.
“It's not a bad game, and it's quite funny at times. There should definitely be an achievement for 'die and fail in all the possible ways' just to incentivize exploring bad options!”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's high-quality sound design and impactful music play a crucial role in enhancing its emotional depth and overall mood, effectively immersing players in the experience.
“The quality of the sound design is high, and the music contributes significantly to the game’s mood-building and emotional depth.”
