Sounds of Verity
- March 27, 2018
- Violet Feature
Get on Steam"Sounds of Verity" is a narrative-driven adventure game where players uncover the mysterious past of a small coastal town through environmental exploration and interactive dialogue. The game's unique feature is its use of binaural audio technology, which creates a 3D audio experience that enhances the game's immersive atmosphere. Players will encounter various characters and make choices that affect the story's outcome, all while discovering the town's hidden secrets and supernatural elements.
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Reviews
- The artwork is beautiful and well-polished, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
- The game offers a variety of endings, providing some replay value and interesting character interactions.
- The humor and character dynamics are enjoyable, making for a light-hearted and entertaining experience.
- The game is very short, with many players completing it in under three hours, leading to a feeling of rushed storytelling.
- Character development is lacking, particularly for routes other than the main one, making it hard to connect with the characters.
- The writing contains some awkward translations and grammatical errors, which can detract from immersion.
- story82 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story is generally perceived as entertaining but lacking depth, with many reviewers noting its short length and rushed pacing. While the character of Prince Nettain stands out as the most developed and interesting, other routes feel underexplored and trivial. Overall, it offers a light, humorous experience with some steamy moments, making it suitable for casual play, but leaves players wanting more substantial storytelling and character development.
“I loved the story and the characters, and the good endings did not disappoint... in fact, they were very memorable.”
“It's such a weighty backstory that keeps interfering with the romance aspects, that only Nettain's route feels the most enjoyable/makes sense, because you do spend a lot more time with his character.”
“Overall, it was a good quick story.”
“There was a lot of lost potential that could've been elaborated more, and most of the plot felt rushed and ill-paced.”
“The story feels very rushed and the only most developed route is Nettain's.”
“The story was fairly shallow and there wasn't a whole lot of worldbuilding.”
- music22 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its beauty and fittingness to the scenes, while others criticize its repetitive nature and awkward looping that detracts from the experience. Although a few users found the soundtrack pleasant and well-suited to character personalities, many felt that the limited number of tracks and occasional disconnection from the story made it less impressive overall. Overall, while the art is consistently praised, the music seems to be a point of contention among players.
“The art is nice, the music fits the events and the overall atmosphere of the game, and the text is well written and never happened to bore me.”
“Beautiful art, fitting music, and complex characters that are actually impacted by your choices.”
“The artwork is beautiful and there's a variety of music played throughout the game.”
“Decent music, but it loops in a weird way and will break and cut out at weird times.”
“I had to turn the music off because it doesn't blend well with the story and started to get annoying very quickly.”
“The only two things that I can mention are the short duration of the game and too few music tracks.”
- graphics21 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beautiful and polished artwork, with many reviewers highlighting the appealing character designs and art style. While the background art is often described as uninspired or lacking in variety, the overall visual presentation, including the cute chibi artwork, contributes positively to the game's charm. Despite some critiques regarding the simplicity of certain visuals, the artwork is considered a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
“The artwork is beautiful and there's a variety of music played through the game.”
“The artwork, yet again, is extremely beautiful.”
“The games are short in length but they make up for it with beautiful artwork, good music, and good writing.”
“I was drawn by the art style in the previews and overall, the characters are pretty to look at even if the background art was uninspired.”
“Yet, if I was to make one complaint on the visuals it would be simply the lack of backgrounds and locations.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game effectively blends humor with its serious themes, featuring hilarious character expressions and funny dialogue that elicits genuine laughter. Players appreciate the creative comedic moments, including amusing bad endings and chibi-styled illustrations, which enhance the overall experience. Despite some criticisms regarding length and translation, the humor remains a standout aspect that resonates well with the audience.
“I appreciated the funny moments especially.”
“I really enjoy the dialogue and there are some very funny moments throughout.”
“It had me laughing out loud at times!”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of heartwarming moments, touching confessions, and amusing interactions that evoke a range of feelings, from joy to contemplation. While not a masterpiece, it successfully engages players with its charming quirks and emotional contrasts, leading to moments of genuine reflection and even tears. Overall, it offers a light yet impactful narrative experience that resonates with those who appreciate emotional storytelling.
“It surely wasn't a masterpiece, but I really enjoyed myself reading this, and I can recommend it to anyone that prefers a light but heartwarming story.”
“At several moments, tears came to my eyes (maybe I was a bit too emotional today?).”
“Some of them are really amusing, some quite touching (I even had goosebumps), some made me ponder, e.g. if it's okay to be happy ignoring all people around or it's right to choose self-sacrifice submitting to the majority's will.”
- character development4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is criticized for being rushed and lacking depth, often leading to inconsistent behavior from the main character. While the visual design is praised, the narrative's focus on plot over character growth leaves players wanting more in terms of meaningful development.
“It's visually appealing in my opinion, and the character design is overall pretty.”
“You're either going to die or end up with one of the three main characters, mainly because that's the plot, not because there has been any in-depth character development.”
“In some ways, character development was lacking slightly more than it was in 'Let's Not Remain Friends.' My guess for the cause is probably due to the plot of this particular story.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging characters, fitting music, and appealing art, which collectively enhance the overall experience. Despite a limited number of routes, the contrasting dynamics between the two demons create a pleasant and entertaining ambiance. Overall, the well-written text contributes to a captivating atmosphere that keeps players interested.
“It's short, yes, but I liked the characters and the atmosphere.”
“For anyone who has played Let's Not Stay Friends, this game does even better on both atmosphere and characterization.”
“The art is nice, the music fits the events, and the overall atmosphere of the game is well written and never bored me.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
“While the visuals are decent, the overall atmosphere fails to evoke any real emotion or connection.”
“The game tries to create a mood, but it ultimately falls short, leaving players feeling disconnected from the experience.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and easy to grasp after a few attempts, complemented by visually stunning art and rewarding achievements, even for less favorable outcomes.
“The art is gorgeous, the gameplay is simple enough to figure out after a few tries, and I like the achievements you get even with the bad endings.”
