That Which Binds Us
- June 25, 2018
- Crystal Game Works
Get on SteamAll she wanted was to get a bail bond for her troublesome boyfriend. That's when she met Idris, a very special kind of bondsman. With a flick of a knife, he asked Evalise one confusing question- what if we could make him forget you?
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Reviews
- Interesting premise with a unique magical element involving memory erasure.
- The story has a beautiful and romantic narrative that many players found engaging.
- Multiple playthroughs offer different experiences, enhancing replay value.
- The protagonist is often described as bland and unlikable, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Mediocre writing and pacing issues lead to boring moments between key events.
- Lack of character diversity and depth, making it less relatable for some players.
- story16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its romantic and mature themes, as well as its engaging plot that keeps players hooked. However, others criticized the character development, feeling detached from them, and noted that certain plot elements, like the gang conflict, felt rushed or out of place. Overall, while the narrative is described as beautifully written and relatable, it also suffers from pacing issues and a lack of diversity.
“The story is so beautifully romantic and well written, I couldn't pull myself away from it until I finished a full route.”
“(seriously, don't leave the stove on while you play!) Although the story has elements of magic, it is very much a slice of life with a sense of maturity that I don't find in most other otome games.”
“That Which Binds Us has a beautiful story, very romantic and sweet.”
“I didn't really feel attached to the characters... it was the plot itself.”
“My main issue is that the plot was too rushed at times and the whole conflict with the gangs felt like it was thrown in there out of nowhere.”
“Also, I may have forgotten a certain character was in the story...”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a unique art style that some players find visually appealing, while others are less enthusiastic about it. Overall, the art complements the game's atmosphere, enhanced by a fitting, albeit limited, musical score.
“The art style is nice to look at and the music, although limited to just a few tracks, sets the mood perfectly no matter the scene.”
“I purchased for the unique art style, hoping that the content would also be unique and engaging.”
“I purchased this game for its unique art style, hoping that the content would also be unique and engaging.”
“I'm not a fan of the art style overall.”
“I was expecting a unique art style, but it didn't meet my expectations.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music, while limited to a few tracks, effectively enhances the atmosphere of the game, perfectly complementing the art style and setting the mood for various scenes.
“The art style is nice to look at and the music, although limited to just a few tracks, sets the mood perfectly no matter the scene.”
