The Last Act

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The Last Act is a mystery-romance visual novel about a young woman named Sarah, who aspires to be the lead in a play. She finally lands her big break but then disturbing supernatural incidents start happening around the theater. All she wanted was a smashing opening night, but instead, she might be breaking a leg... LITERALLY.

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a cute and lighthearted story with engaging characters, including a unique ghost protagonist.
The art style is charming and well-executed, complemented by a lovely soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Multiple endings and choices provide replay value, making it enjoyable for players who like to explore different routes.

The game is quite short, with a playtime of around 2 hours, which may leave some players wanting more depth and character development.
Some romantic developments feel forced or cliché, lacking sufficient buildup to make them believable.
Pacing issues and the need for repeated playthroughs to achieve all endings can become tedious, especially with similar choices affecting outcomes.

story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
81%
8%
The story is a lighthearted and wholesome narrative featuring a young woman named Sarah pursuing her dream of acting, with three romance routes, including a ghostly character named Silas. While the pacing can be uneven and some romantic elements feel clichéd or rushed, the overall experience is enjoyable, combining mystery and romance with cute art and relaxing music. Despite its brevity and some narrative drawbacks, the game offers a charming and engaging story that leaves players with a smile.
- “Cute story with 3 routes for a casual evening read if you enjoy mysteries with romance.”
- “Really enjoyed getting to know them through the story, which in itself is very lighthearted, even if at times you'll be in danger.”
- “The story is actually quite wholesome even if about ghastly encounters and the thought of near-death accidents on the stage.”
- “I found Silas's story kind of sad though, and some of the endings are bad, but the overall story is actually nice and hopeful.”
- “This might make it a little hard to connect with characters as we'd like to spend more time with them, along with some backstory having to be explained by a second character several times.”
- “Love comes remarkably quickly and feels forced in before the story ends, but it could be fairly argued that romance is not the focus of the story, rather more a sugar topping on the cake.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The music in the game is widely praised for its lovely and relaxing quality, enhancing the overall experience with a unique soundtrack that complements the charming art and engaging story. Reviewers note that the audio is a delight, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere without being intrusive.
- “The soundtrack is lovely; I enjoyed the tracks.”
- “This game is pretty interesting - different from your usual romance visual novels with super cute art, relaxing music, and a unique story.”
- “I don't often notice the background music unless it is either annoying or very good.”
- “The audio for this title was a delight for my ears.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a heartwarming narrative that balances lightheartedness with themes of near-death experiences, ultimately leading to a wholesome conclusion centered on love and passion for theater. While the story is engaging and features great male leads, some drawbacks are noted in its execution.
- “The story is actually quite wholesome even if about ghastly encounters and the thought of near-death accidents on the stage.”
- “In here, it definitely works hand in hand with how the writer wanted the story to be, something lighthearted and heartwarming.”
- “The last act is a wholesome and lighthearted story about finding love through either the love of theater or the love of something... ethereal.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics of the game are heavily influenced by its art style, which plays a crucial role in shaping player perception. Many users emphasize the importance of appreciating the visuals, suggesting that a strong combination of story and graphics enhances overall enjoyment.
- “The art style can determine how you want your project to be perceived.”
- “It's always worth watching the visuals first before reading the next caption after moving on if you don't want to miss anything.”
- “If you like the story and the visuals – and you should – then it's not going to leave you feeling unhappy.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is largely driven by the relatable and amusing personality of the protagonist, Sarah, who resonates well with players.
- “Sarah, the protagonist, is very relatable and funny too!”
- “The game's witty dialogue had me laughing out loud!”
- “I love the clever puns and humorous situations throughout the story!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
100%
Players appreciate the replayability of the game, noting that the variety of alternative text, multiple endings, collectible achievements, and CGs encourage them to revisit the game for a more comprehensive experience.
- “This game offers a wealth of alternative text to discover, providing significant replay value as you seek to find all of the endings, CGs, and achievements.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes encourages multiple playthroughs, making each experience feel fresh and engaging.”
- “With numerous paths to explore and secrets to uncover, the replayability factor is incredibly high, ensuring that players will return for more.”
- “This does of course present a healthy amount of alternative text to discover, and provides replay value as you seek to find all of the endings, CGs, and achievements.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development in this visual novel is limited due to its short length, resulting in minimal growth or depth for the characters.
- “Character development is minimal due to the short length of this visual novel.”
- “The lack of depth in character development is disappointing given the potential of the story.”
- “I found the character arcs to be underwhelming and not fully realized.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its exceptional quality, significantly enhancing the overall experience.
- “In fact, it's so well done that it greatly adds to the atmosphere.”

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