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Slay the Alice

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100% User Score Based on 38 reviews

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Slay the Alice is a single player action game with horror and fantasy themes. It was developed by SUZUMIHARA and was released on January 16, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A short visual novel presented with pixel art and cute animations. Chasing after a rabbit, Alice found herself in a land of talking plants. Now, it's time to go on a tiny little adventure.

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Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews
story6 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Charming pixel art and a delightful soundtrack create an adorable atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • The game offers a unique and whimsical take on the Alice in Wonderland theme, with engaging storytelling and multiple endings that encourage replayability.
  • It's a short but sweet experience, making it a perfect choice for players looking for a cozy and relaxing game.
  • The game is quite short, with a playtime of around 30 to 45 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more content.
  • The minimalistic gameplay and lack of voice acting can make the experience feel flat at times, reducing emotional engagement.
  • Some players may find the abstract storytelling lacking in depth or clarity, as it relies on fragmented scenes and cryptic dialogue.
  • story
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Slay the Alice" is a charming and concise experience that blends cute visuals with a whimsical take on the Alice in Wonderland trope, inviting players to explore themes of curiosity and choice through minimalist gameplay. While the narrative is fragmented and lacks traditional depth, it offers a unique atmosphere and multiple endings that encourage replayability. Overall, the game is well-received for its artistic style and engaging storytelling, though some players may desire a more substantial narrative.

    • “The art style and events are cute, and it was really easy to get invested in the story.”
    • “The story has a great balance between cute and a little horror, accompanied with fantastic pixel art and animation.”
    • “The story has a lot of cute plants and is a unique take on the Alice in Wonderland trope, bringing creative new ideas as well as familiar and nostalgic concepts.”
    • “Instead of offering a conventional story arc, Slay the Alice presents fragmented scenes and cryptic dialogue that invite players to interpret the meaning and piece together the story through exploration and replay.”
    • “Furthermore, the brevity of the game and the abstract nature of its storytelling mean that players seeking a more substantial or traditional narrative experience might find it lacking in depth or closure.”
    • “Wish the story was longer, though.”
  • music
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and beauty, enhancing the overall experience with a lovely soundtrack that complements the pixel art and animations. While some players appreciate the minimalistic approach, noting that it fits the game's understated style, others feel it can lead to a lack of emotional engagement during key moments. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, with many recommending players take time to enjoy it fully.

    • “I absolutely loved the adorable pixel art, the soundtrack, and the stories <3”
    • “Beautiful pixel art, well-done animations, and the OST is also very beautiful.”
    • “The music is wonderful, the writing is funny and clever, and I already wish I could forget it all to experience it again.”
    • “The absence of voice acting and a dynamic musical score occasionally makes the experience feel somewhat flat, as there are fewer sensory elements to heighten emotional engagement during key moments.”
    • “The soundtrack is minimal, and while this fits the understated style, it may also reduce the impact of tension or wonder that the narrative aims to evoke.”
    • “In fact, at many points, I recommend waiting for the music to loop before continuing, as it's very beautiful and usually lasts longer than the game's short, albeit beautiful, cutscenes.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Slay the Alice" are characterized by a charming pixel-art style that blends a storybook aesthetic with a muted color palette of soft greens and browns. While the minimalistic visuals enhance the game's surreal atmosphere, they may feel sparse to players accustomed to more detailed graphics. Overall, the cute art style effectively complements the emotional storytelling, making it a captivating experience for fans of the genre.

    • “Adorable pixel art adventure, the art style really captured my heart and I ended up so emotionally invested I shed tears more than once during what ended up being roughly an hour.”
    • “While the graphics are intentionally minimalistic, this stylistic choice enhances the game’s surreal and sometimes unsettling atmosphere, though it may feel sparse or simplistic to players used to more detailed or vibrant visual novels.”
    • “Visually, Slay the Alice is distinguished by its charming pixel-art style, which combines a storybook-like aesthetic with a muted, earthy color palette dominated by soft greens and browns.”
    • “The art style is also very cute.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Slay the Alice" is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, focusing on narrative and atmospheric storytelling rather than complex mechanics or traditional challenges. Its minimalist design encourages exploration of choice and consequence, with multiple endings that enhance replayability and allow players to discover new story elements. While players appreciate the current approach, there is a desire for future titles to incorporate more varied gameplay mechanics to enrich the storytelling experience.

    • “But I'm glad I played it; you can see the love they put into this game in every second of its gameplay.”
    • “This setting serves as the backdrop for an exploration of curiosity, choice, and consequence, conveyed through atmospheric storytelling and minimalist gameplay.”
    • “In terms of gameplay, Slay the Alice opts for simplicity and accessibility, emphasizing narrative over complex mechanics.”
    • “The design philosophy behind the gameplay clearly prioritizes storytelling and mood, rather than traditional game challenges or action.”
    • “Its minimalist gameplay and multiple endings offer enough incentive for replay, allowing players to uncover new facets of the story and atmosphere with each run.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a minimalist aesthetic that enhances its surreal and sometimes unsettling storytelling, allowing players to engage deeply with the narrative. This focused ambiance creates an intimate experience, inviting exploration of curiosity and consequence, while the inclusion of mild horror elements and charming animations adds depth to the overall journey. Although some may find the visuals sparse, the design encourages replayability through multiple endings, revealing new layers of the atmospheric experience with each playthrough.

    • “This setting serves as the backdrop for an exploration of curiosity, choice, and consequence, conveyed through atmospheric storytelling and minimalist gameplay.”
    • “This approach allows the game to maintain a focused and intimate atmosphere, giving players space to absorb the narrative and its surreal ambiance without distraction.”
    • “While the graphics are intentionally minimalistic, this stylistic choice enhances the game’s surreal and sometimes unsettling atmosphere, though it may feel sparse or simplistic to players used to more detailed or vibrant visual novels.”
    • “While the game contains some mild horror elements, its charm lies in its cute animations and storybook-like atmosphere.”
  • emotional
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the hand-crafted animations and beautiful art style evoke strong feelings and investment, the lack of voice acting and dynamic music can diminish emotional engagement. The game's open-ended narrative adds charm but may leave some seeking more clarity and emotional resolution. Overall, many players appreciate the love and care evident in the details, leading to heartfelt moments and even tears during gameplay.

    • “The hand-crafted animations breathe life into the characters and environments, adding subtle emotional cues and a gentle sense of motion that complement the narrative’s dreamlike quality.”
    • “Adorable pixel art adventure, the art style really captured my heart and I ended up so emotionally invested I shed tears more than once during what ended up being roughly an hour.”
    • “Its short but really cute; I enjoyed the tiny details on the menu, it made me feel like the game was made with love and care. The art is also beautiful and the different endings were worth seeing.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is praised for its clever writing and ability to evoke laughter, with players enjoying the comedic elements so much that they wish to experience it anew. Additionally, the humor contributes to the overall enjoyment, making the gameplay memorable and engaging.

    • “The music is wonderful, the writing is funny and clever, and I already wish I could forget it all to experience it again.”
    • “Funny thing, I struggled to get all the achievements because I kept getting perfect runs and I didn't know why.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in this game is minimal and may not meet the expectations of players seeking intricate plots or deep character arcs. However, it resonates well with indie game enthusiasts who appreciate a focus on style, mood, and thematic exploration rather than traditional storytelling.

    • “While it may not satisfy those looking for a complex plot or rich character development, it holds strong appeal for fans of indie games that emphasize style, mood, and thematic exploration over conventional storytelling.”
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Slay the Alice is a action game with horror and fantasy themes.

Slay the Alice is available on PC and Windows.

Slay the Alice was released on January 16, 2025.

Slay the Alice was developed by SUZUMIHARA.

Slay the Alice has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Slay the Alice is a single player game.

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