The Dream Libra had

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The Dream Libra had is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Laineus and was released on May 26, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

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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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

story17 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a compelling story with emotional depth and interesting side quests that enhance the overall experience.
The art style and music are charming, contributing to a fun and engaging atmosphere.
Players appreciate the ability to save map locations and the customization options for decorating the character's home.

The game suffers from technical issues, including low-quality graphics and a lack of customization options, which detracts from the overall experience.
Some quests can feel tedious and repetitive, with a confusing map that makes navigation challenging.
There are grammar and spelling errors present in the dialogue, which can be distracting for players.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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8%
The story is widely praised for its compelling and bittersweet narrative, featuring a mix of heartwarming and heartbreaking elements. While the main quest is primarily a fetch quest supported by numerous side quests, many players found these side quests to be surprisingly deep, though some criticized their overt moral messaging. Overall, the game offers a rich storytelling experience that encourages reflection on life and existence, making it a worthwhile endeavor for those seeking depth in an indie title.
- “The art is awesome, the music is fun, and the story is extremely compelling.”
- “Wonderful game with great story along with hidden meaning about life and existence.”
- “The story is bittersweet, and I liked the side quests and being able to decorate Libra's home :)”
- “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%
28%
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 engaging story, multiple quest options, and area unlocking, though some mechanics feel rough and the map can be confusing without an overworld guide. Overall, while the gameplay may appear basic, it offers depth and intriguing surprises that enhance the experience.
- “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 with 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%
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The music in the game is highly praised for its fun and catchy compositions, with particular acclaim for the standout ice world theme. Players appreciate the developer's effort in creating an engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, making it a memorable aspect of the game.
- “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.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's graphics feature outdated retro pixel art, lacking options for resolution adjustment 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's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to improve the low-quality graphics.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes a strong emotional response, featuring a simplistic art style and a story that balances heartbreak with warmth, culminating in a touching ending. However, some players found the overall adventure to be lacking in engagement, describing parts of it as dull.
- “The art style is simplistic and the story is both heartbreaking and heartwarming.”
- “The ending was touching.”
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. Players appreciate the unique and quirky ambiance, which is particularly appealing to fans of adventure indie games, though it may not resonate with everyone. Despite some grammatical errors, the atmosphere remains engaging and enjoyable.
- “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, along with funny and 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, leaving it feeling lifeless.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, with some quests feeling repetitive and drawn out. However, a few appreciate the slow-paced nature, suggesting it may appeal to those who enjoy a gradual progression.
- “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.”