The Beautiful Island

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The Beautiful Island is a single player role playing game. It was developed by TBF and was released on February 27, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

"The Beautiful Island" is set in a parallel history in a not-so-far future. It is set on an island, resembling the Taiwan of our own world, after a war. You can chose to either play the game after the island lost the war and got annexed by its neighbor or after it successfully defended itself. Jan, an engineer, visits the island not long after the war ended. He tries to reconnect with p…

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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story8 positive mentions

The Beautiful Island features a beautifully written and emotionally gripping story that explores the aftermath of war and its impact on individuals.
The game offers a unique perspective on complex political themes, showcasing the challenges of rebuilding and the moral gray areas left in the wake of conflict.
The soundtrack and voice acting contribute to a nice atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience of the visual novel.

The artwork is inconsistent, with varying art styles and AI-generated images that detract from the overall visual experience.
Some players found the portrayal of the war's consequences to be overly grim and potentially propagandistic, lacking a balanced perspective.
The voice acting, particularly in the German version, could use improvement, which may affect immersion for some players.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its depth and emotional resonance, focusing on intimate human experiences rather than the broader context of war. Set against the backdrop of Taiwan, it offers a thought-provoking narrative that highlights the struggles of its people, making it a compelling and reflective journey. Players appreciate the well-written storyline and recommend the game for its engaging storytelling, despite some minor technical issues.
- “What makes this game truly outstanding is its storytelling.”
- “Rather than focusing on the war itself, the beautiful island tells a more intimate and human story.”
- “These themes add depth to the story, making it not just a personal journey but a reflection on the nature of war and its aftermath.”
- “It's important for the Taiwan folks that more people know about the struggles, and I deeply appreciate this story that's made in supporting us and affirming our worst fears.”
- “I hope more people would give the story a chance despite the AI usage.”
- “A well-written and thought-provoking story, with a small amount of voice acting.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its beauty and effectiveness, complementing the overall experience with a nice soundtrack and a unique perspective on war. While some elements may feel slightly rough around the edges, the combination of music, voice acting, and animation is well-executed and enhances the game's appeal.
- “It's easy to understand, has a nice soundtrack, and has a peculiar take on war.”
- “The music is very good as is the voice acting.”
- “The voice, animation, transitions, and music are all put together nicely; a bit rough around the edges but worth noting.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature inconsistent artwork, with varying art styles present throughout, which may detract from the overall visual cohesion. However, the integration of AI to enhance graphics and audio quality is a positive aspect that should not deter players.
- “The use of AI to improve graphics and audio quality certainly shouldn't put anyone off playing this game.”
- “The artwork is sometimes inconsistent; for example, different art styles are used within the game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its stunning visuals and compelling narrative, offering players a deeply emotional experience that resonates throughout the beautifully crafted story.
- “The beautiful island is indeed, as the name suggests, a beautiful visual novel that delivers a deeply emotional experience.”
- “It’s a beautifully written and emotionally gripping visual novel.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is generally appreciated, providing an enjoyable experience for a single evening of play, despite some minor flaws.
- “Although it has some flaws, it is nice to play in one evening and has a wonderful atmosphere.”