Suicide Countdown: 7 Days

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"Suicide Countdown: 7 Days" is a narrative-driven psychological horror game. Players follow the story of a therapy patient who, after a failed suicide attempt, receives a mysterious letter counting down to their death in seven days. The game features challenging puzzles, exploration, and multiple endings based on player choices. It aims to tackle themes of mental health, despair, and hope.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

story18 positive mentions

The game features beautiful art and well-done backgrounds that enhance the overall experience.
The story is original and engaging, with multiple endings that provide depth and replay value.
The soundtrack complements the game's atmosphere perfectly, contributing to an immersive experience.

The pacing issues make the plot difficult to follow at times, leading to confusion about the storyline.
The English translation is inconsistent and contains errors, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
Some endings do not unlock achievements, which may frustrate players seeking to complete the game fully.

story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is a complex and often confusing narrative that blends psychological thriller elements with philosophical and social commentary, featuring multiple endings that enhance the overall experience. While some players found the pacing and translation issues detracted from their understanding, many appreciated the intriguing plot twists, beautiful art, and emotional depth. Overall, the story is seen as a significant aspect of the game, with a mix of compelling themes and dark topics that resonate with players, despite some criticisms of its execution.
- “The story was really interesting and original, and the plot was really good.”
- “The plot is a clever mixture of philosophical and social commentaries, wherein the mundane clashes with the psychotic, accompanied by a memorable collection of classic music tracks.”
- “Amazing slightly creepy but beautiful story, beautiful soundtrack which I find very important since it makes the game even better, interesting cute looking characters, easy good looking Steam achievements, finally available in English language, multiple endings that explain the story even better... just so good, I would highly recommend.”
- “The game's pacing issues are bigger than the US national debt, which makes it difficult to understand the plot and the message the game is trying to tell.”
- “Completely unhinged storyline that I don't understand at all, but the art looks nice and it is a fairly easy 100%.”
- “Also quite a few plot points just get dropped and after finishing the game, don't make a whole lot of sense in the grand scheme of things.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful and fitting compositions, enhancing the overall atmosphere and emotional impact of the experience. Many reviewers highlight the effective use of classical tracks that complement the game's eerie vibe and narrative depth, contributing to a memorable auditory experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant strength, elevating the game's artistic and storytelling elements.
- “The plot is a clever mixture of philosophical and social commentaries, wherein the mundane clashes with the psychotic, accompanied by a memorable collection of classic music tracks.”
- “It has a very nicely done eerie vibe, and the music fits it well.”
- “Altho this game is really short and the price is definitely reasonable, it didn't fail to make me emotional at the end, mainly because of the great choice of including classical music, as it matched the vibe perfectly.”
- “Royalty-free music that's fine, and the only saving grace is the beautiful art (but even that is very inconsistent when it comes to character graphics).”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful and diverse art styles, which complement the storytelling effectively. Players appreciate the moody and dreamlike visuals, along with a clean interface that enhances the overall experience. While some found the story peculiar, the artistic direction and accompanying music received positive remarks.
- “The art style is beautiful and perfect for this type of story.”
- “This game has an amazing art style, music, and direction.”
- “The art style is very good and the interface is clean and easy to use.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, characterized by beautiful art and music that create an immersive experience. Reviewers consistently note that the overall ambiance is instantly captivating and enhances the gameplay.
- “The art is beautiful, as well as the music and atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is instantly very good.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews do not specifically address optimization in terms of performance or technical aspects; instead, they focus on the main character's vocal performance, which is noted as well-acted. This suggests that while the voice acting is appreciated, there may be a lack of commentary on the game's overall optimization.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development is visually appealing, with well-designed characters and backgrounds, but the limited number of character designs and CGs may leave players wanting more depth and variety in the narrative.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
- “The backstories are well-crafted, providing a strong foundation for character growth and making the journey feel personal.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is noted for its high replayability, offering players numerous opportunities to revisit and enjoy the experience multiple times.
- “It has a lot of replay value.”
- “The game offers multiple endings and choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With various character builds and strategies, I find myself coming back for more.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding the imperfect English translation amusing and still contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Despite some translation issues, the comedic elements remain accessible and entertaining.
- “The new English translation is not perfect, but any issues I saw made me laugh, and the game is still fully playable and understandable.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch; I found myself chuckling at the clever dialogue and funny situations.”
- “Every character has a unique sense of humor that keeps the gameplay light-hearted and enjoyable.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game emotionally impactful despite its short length, largely due to the effective use of classical music that enhances the overall atmosphere. The emotional weight of the narrative, particularly the consequences of player choices, resonates deeply, often leaving players teary-eyed by the conclusion.
- “Although this game is really short and the price is definitely reasonable, it didn't fail to make me emotional at the end, mainly because of the great choice of including classical music, which matched the vibe perfectly. My eyes were watery, especially as I faced the consequences of my actions while 'Lacrimosa' started playing.”