The Dream Libra had

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The two girls who had a traffic accident, Libra and her girlfriend Amili, wander the supernatural world as Near-death experience. There are places where are natural such as forest and cave, or supernatural in the world, and Libra, a player explores or asks the inhabitants are there to proceed the story and end the near-death experience. Also player can bring back any objects in the world to deco…

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 61 reviews

story17 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a compelling story with emotional depth and interesting side quests.
The art style and music are charming, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere.
It's a free game that offers a lot of content and allows for exploration and customization.

The game suffers from technical issues, including low-quality graphics and lack of customization options.
Navigation can be confusing due to the absence of a map, leading to tedious backtracking.
Some quests feel repetitive or overly simplistic, detracting from the overall experience.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
47%
8%
The story is widely praised for its compelling and bittersweet narrative, featuring a mix of main and side quests that often carry deeper moral lessons. While some players found the fetch quest structure repetitive, many appreciated the emotional depth and surprising twists, as well as the integration of quests with the overarching themes of life and existence. Overall, the game is noted for its engaging storytelling, memorable characters, and the ability to provoke thoughtful reflection.
- “The art style is simplistic and the story is both heartbreaking and heartwarming.”
- “Wonderful game with great story along with hidden meaning about life and existence.”
- “The story is wonderful, now I wish I had more of that great story.”
- “A main story fetch quest supported by numerous fetch quest side quests.”
- “Almost every one of the quests directly tells you their moral of the story, which was off-putting.”
- “The side quests felt like a joke.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The gameplay is characterized by an inventory-heavy 2D retro puzzle adventure that encourages exploration and quest completion, reminiscent of Yume Nikki. Players appreciate the depth of the story and the multiple choices available, though some mechanics feel basic or underdeveloped, such as the inventory system and certain stats. While the lack of an overworld map can lead to confusion, the overall experience is enjoyable and offers meaningful lessons within a compact playtime.
- “I love that it's reminiscent of Yume Nikki. I really wished that game could save map locations. I love the quests, the story, the multiple options during the quest and for the ending, unlocking new areas, and the decorating mechanic. I love this game.”
- “If you are looking for an indie game with short gameplay hours but depth in story and lessons about living, I would recommend this.”
- “Gameplay consists of wandering around and collecting things in this inventory-heavy 2D retro puzzle adventure.”
- “The mechanics are a bit rough in areas, and the map can be a bit confusing as there is no overworld map, but it was enjoyable nonetheless.”
- “Also, there are some game mechanics that felt useless, like the heart vs. body stats.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is highly praised for its fun and catchy soundtrack, with particular acclaim for the unique themes created by the developer, especially the ice world theme. Players appreciate the rewarding nature of the music, noting that it enhances the overall experience and complements the compelling story and art. Overall, the original compositions contribute significantly to the game's charm.
- “The art is awesome, the music is fun, and the story is extremely compelling.”
- “The second way in which this game shines is through the soundtrack; not only are you rewarded with one very catchy song upon completion, but the game world music (all made by the developer, I believe) really stood out, especially the ice world theme, which was a firm favorite.”
- “The guy created everything himself, even the music, and he did a good job in my opinion.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes a strong emotional response, blending heartbreaking and heartwarming elements within a simplistic art style. While some players found the experience touching, particularly the ending, others felt that the overall adventure lacked depth and excitement.
- “The art style is simplistic and the story is both heartbreaking and heartwarming.”
- “So gay, so peaceful, yet heartbreaking.”
- “The ending was touching, but the rest of it was a dull adventure of nothing.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's graphics feature outdated retro pixel art, lacking options for resolution adjustments or customization, which limits players' ability to enhance the low-quality visuals. While the simplistic art style complements the game's emotional narrative, it may not appeal to those seeking modern graphical fidelity.
- “The art style is simplistic and the story is both heartbreaking and heartwarming.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There are no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There is no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highly praised, with players noting its engaging and quirky characters that contribute to a genuinely funny atmosphere. The comedic elements, such as absurd situations and unexpected actions, enhance the overall experience, making it both entertaining and memorable.
- “It had me hooked in within seconds; the humor is great too.”
- “Wandering around and taking anything that wasn't nailed down, the visual of just pulling out a gun on a moment's notice was quite funny.”
- “First up, you have the characters; you'll meet a bunch of genuinely funny folks in the game.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game's atmosphere is a standout feature, blending cute and melancholic elements that enhance the overall experience. While some grammar errors may detract from immersion, the unique and quirky ambiance, along with its strange quests, appeals particularly to fans of indie adventure games.
- “There are some grammar errors which might put you off in some situations, but I think they really did a good job maintaining the atmosphere, both cute and depressing.”
- “I really enjoyed playing this game; I like the genre and games with a strange atmosphere and funny, weird quests.”
- “If you are not a fan of adventure indie games, I don't think you would play this; it is all about the atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
- “Despite the potential, the game fails to create a compelling atmosphere that draws you in.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, with some quests feeling repetitive and unengaging. However, others appreciate the slow-paced progression, suggesting it may appeal to those who enjoy a more gradual experience.
- “Super tedious, I couldn't get into it.”
- “Some of the quests were a bit tedious, but it's a nice slow burn of a game.”