Sounds of Verity

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"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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Single-Player

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 196 reviews

story40 positive mentions

The artwork is beautiful and well-done, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
The game offers multiple endings and romance options, providing some replay value.
The humor and character interactions are enjoyable, making for a light-hearted experience.

The game is very short, with many players completing it in under three hours, leading to rushed story development.
Character development is lacking, with some routes feeling underexplored and unsatisfying.
The writing has some grammatical errors and awkward phrasing, which can detract from immersion.

story
164 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a light, entertaining experience with a mix of humor and steamy moments, primarily revolving around the character Prince Nettain, who is noted as the most developed and interesting. However, many reviewers feel the narrative is rushed and lacks depth, with some plot points feeling incomplete or trivial, leading to a desire for more elaboration and character development. Overall, while it offers a fun escape for a short playthrough, it leaves players wanting a more substantial story.
- “I loved the story and the characters, and the good endings did not disappoint... in fact, they were very memorable.”
- “It's just the right kind of story to have a few laughs during a free evening.”
- “While this game would have been better if it was made a little longer, and some of the endings feel incomplete, I think this is a nice game if you want a short story with some steamy moments.”
- “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.”
music
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
43%
7%
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 some tracks are described as sweet and character-specific, many users feel there are too few music tracks overall, leading to a lack of variety. Overall, while the music complements the game's atmosphere, it can become annoying for some players, prompting them to turn it off.
- “The art is nice, the music fits the events and the overall atmosphere of the game, and the text is well written and never bored me.”
- “Some characters had their own background music which perfectly showed their personality.”
- “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.”
- “Nothing about this visual novel is impressive, neither the writing, the art, the soundtrack, the plot that takes at most half an hour for one straight playthrough, or the lack of an autosave before you hit one of the death endings.”
graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
22%
7%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beautiful and polished artwork, with many reviewers highlighting the appealing character designs and overall art style. While the backgrounds may be considered uninspired, the visuals are complemented by a variety of music and engaging character interactions. Overall, the artwork significantly enhances the gaming experience, despite some minor critiques regarding the simplicity of certain elements.
- “The artwork is beautiful and there's a variety of music played through the game.”
- “The games are short in length but they make up for it with beautiful artwork, good music, and good writing.”
- “The artwork, yet again, is extremely beautiful.”
- “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.”
- “There are a few racy scenes but the CGs aren't graphic and the writing, while sexy, isn't too graphic either.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating the clever dialogue and hilarious character expressions that provide a nice contrast to the more serious themes. Many found themselves laughing out loud at various moments, including funny bad endings and chibi-styled illustrations. Overall, the game's blend of humor and emotional depth enhances the experience, despite some criticisms regarding its length and translation quality.
- “I really enjoy the dialogue and there are some very funny moments throughout.”
- “It had me laughing out loud at times!”
- “Had me blushing at times and had me laughing my butt off!”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of heartwarming moments, touching confessions, and amusing contrasts that evoke a range of feelings, from joy to contemplation. While not a masterpiece, it offers a light yet engaging narrative that resonates with players, often eliciting tears and deep reflection on themes of happiness and self-sacrifice. Overall, it successfully combines humor and emotional depth, making it a recommendable experience for those seeking a heartfelt story.
- “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 development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is criticized for being rushed and lacking depth, often leading to inconsistent behavior from the main character. The plot's constraints limit meaningful growth, resulting in a focus on outcomes rather than character arcs. While the visual design is praised, the overall character development feels insufficient compared to other titles.
- “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 3 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.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its engaging characters, appealing art, and fitting music that enhances the overall experience. Despite its brevity and limited routes, the contrasting atmospheres created by the two demons provide a pleasant and entertaining experience. Overall, the well-written text contributes to a captivating atmosphere, making it enjoyable despite minor errors.
- “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 crafted. The text is well written and never bored me, despite some errors and mistakes here and there.”
- “At first, I was a bit disappointed that there are only two routes, but those two demons presented a great contrast, creating a rather different atmosphere that was quite pleasant and entertaining.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is straightforward and easy to grasp after a few attempts, complemented by visually stunning art. Players appreciate the inclusion of 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 ends.”

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