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summer haze/glory days is a single player action game with romance and drama themes. It was developed by Yam Harvest Games and was released on May 1, 2026. It received very positive reviews from players.

Return to the Summer of 2007... Once somewhat of a local legend in their hometown, Mallory turned down a record deal in favour of a scholarship a decade ago. To say that they felt a bit of regret would be an understatement; they spent the bulk of their university years watching their former band mates sell out shows and records, stewing in bitterness the whole time. After several years of rejectio…

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93%Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews
story7 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions

  • Exceptional writing and well-developed, unique characters that feel authentic and grounded in the setting.
  • Innovative New Game+ system that adds depth and replayability by allowing reflection on past choices and altering character perspectives.
  • Beautiful artwork, immersive music soundtrack that captures the 2000s/emo/indie rock vibe, and high-quality voice acting that enhance the overall atmosphere.
  • The story can feel short and somewhat surface-level for some players, leading to a desire for more content or deeper exploration.
  • Endings, especially outside the main romantic route, can feel unsatisfying or lacking depth, with some players wanting additional closure or DLC.
  • Some players found the pacing or progression limited, wishing for extended content beyond key events such as the tour or more insight into character relationships.
  • story

    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 53% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The story is praised for its emotional depth, well-developed characters, and authentic portrayal of 2000s music culture, effectively exploring themes like regret and acceptance without becoming overly melodramatic. Players appreciate the impact of choices and replayability through new game+ that reveal different outcomes, though some wish for a longer, more detailed narrative. Overall, it is considered highly immersive, heartfelt, and a standout among visual novels.

    • “The main themes of the story (regret/acceptance, the tension between art and career, watching someone spiral downwards without you being able to help them in any meaningful way) all hit hard regardless.”
    • “The whole cast is great; the game does an amazing job at portraying a dramatic slice-of-life story without veering too heavily into melodrama.”
    • “I've managed to play through two different base games and game+ scenarios and adored the storyline each time and the differences you can find in each playthrough.”
    • “The story feels very short and surface-level, especially for this price.”
    • “I was a bit disappointed in the routes that did not have Emerson as the love interest, but it's alright, I get that he's the center of this story.”
    • “While I highly recommend the game, I do wish there was more because I'd love to play more, get to know the characters even more, etc. I'd love a DLC with more of MC's backstory about their original band too.”
  • music

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in this game is highly praised for its nostalgic, 2000s-inspired soundtrack that perfectly complements the story and setting. Many users find the OST relaxing, immersive, and essential to the game's emotional impact, often enjoying it as standalone background music. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that enhances the visual novel experience.

    • “Ever since I got the demo when it came out, I've absolutely adored the music for the game (to the point where I would leave the demo open for background music, it was just so relaxing and nostalgic).”
    • “The original soundtrack feels like something made in that era and was a good listen, would add to my own playlist.”
    • “The music is great as well, and of course, the art is just beautiful; I cannot begin to describe how much I admire everyone who worked on this game.”
  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are beautifully crafted, creating the perfect atmosphere for the game. The stunning artwork, combined with the music, captivates players and enhances the overall visual novel experience.

    • “The artwork is beautiful and it gives the game just the right vibe.”
    • “Not to mention the artwork and music, which were both absolutely stunning!”
    • “I have a habit of staring at my screen when I really like an art style, and I have to admit, I did that more than in any other visual novel game I've played before, which is probably why I've already played for 11 hours despite only completing one playthrough.”
  • emotional

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game evokes strong emotional responses, ranging from nostalgia and heartfelt moments to protective feelings toward characters and frustration with others. Players appreciate the impactful storytelling and diverse routes that elicit genuine emotional engagement.

    • “Been waiting for this since the demo release and it did not disappoint. I love this visual novel so much. I love all the different routes and endings. I cried a little too but it's worth it. Have all my money.”
    • “Some members of the band are sympathetic and made me feel protective, while others had me clenching my jaw and scowling at their behavior.”
    • “It was a good game, made me feel super nostalgic.”
  • replayability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game offers high replayability through multiple world state slots, extensive customization, and dense choices, allowing players to experiment with different outcomes. Its engaging characters and varied options contribute to a fun and rewarding experience on multiple playthroughs.

    • “For what it's worth, you do get three world state slots, so you can also play around with choices in a more typical way, too. Combined with the customization and the choice density, this gives the game a lot more replay value and opportunities for experimentation than most indie visual novels.”
    • “Very fun game with fun and interesting characters and a lot of replayability!”
  • gameplay

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its thoughtful mechanics that align well with the game's theme, with careful attention to character creation, readability options, and effective tutorials enhancing the player experience.

    • “It's the extra sauce here, a great mechanic tied wonderfully to the theme.”
    • “The devs really cared about how players create their character, readability options, and tutorializing the game mechanics.”
  • grinding

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Grinding in this game is rewarding for players who enjoy farming achievements, offering a wide variety of choice-related goals to pursue.

  • humor

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor is genuine and thoughtful, effectively blending wit with reflective storytelling about growing up and finding closure.

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The provided text does not discuss the aspect of optimization, so no summary can be made regarding optimization.

  • atmosphere

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere is immersive and emotionally engaging, enhanced by strong character dynamics that draw players into the game's world and internal struggles of the main character.

    • “I loved the atmosphere and especially the character dynamics. Maybe because I related to the main character and their internal struggles, but the game has a way to really take you there in its own world.”
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Play Times

9h Median play time
7h Average play time
2-11h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs
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summer haze/glory days is a action game with romance and drama themes. Common tags for summer haze/glory days include indie, lgbtq+, emotional, relaxing, retro and others.

summer haze/glory days is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 7 hours playing summer haze/glory days.

summer haze/glory days was released on May 1, 2026.

summer haze/glory days was developed by Yam Harvest Games.

summer haze/glory days has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked summer haze/glory days for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

summer haze/glory days is a single player game.

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