The Lovebirds
- July 24, 2019
- Cafearatus Studios
Get on SteamWelcome to Saint Marionette's theater! Tonight's show is all about love and faith... Our life here m̷a̷y̷ ̷b̷e̷ ̷a̷ ̷s̷i̷m̷u̷l̷a̷t̷i̷o̷n̷, ̷f̷u̷l̷l̷ ̷o̷f̷ ̷s̷t̷a̷t̷i̷c̷ ̷p̷a̷i̷n̷, but our feelings are very real! ️ After you come and see our show, you'll never feel like you're alone! We'll always be there with you! İ̶̳͈̩̺̣͇'̵̬͕͒͌̈́L̶̻͕̲̱͕̔͑̿ͅL̵̫͖͓̱̟̞͖̉ ̸̨͚̹͍̗̯͚͑̾̀̉̚͜͝͝Ạ̴͈̫̱̯̈́͊̐̾̈́̾͝L̸̑̑͑̓̊͐̂̉͝…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a complex story that keeps players engaged and invested in the outcome.
- The developers have put a lot of effort into the game's art, music, and dialogue, creating an impressive overall experience.
- It combines elements from popular games like Undertale and Doki Doki Literature Club, offering a unique and enjoyable gameplay experience.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including slow performance and unexpected crashes, making it unplayable for some users.
- The storytelling can be vague and confusing, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.
- Some players found the mechanics and overall execution lacking, despite the game's promising ideas.
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as simple yet complex, with some players finding the portrayal of the narrative engaging despite its shortcomings. While the storytelling has received mixed reviews—ranging from impressive art and dialogue to feelings of vagueness and confusion—many appreciate the effort put into the game's details and the impactful ending. Overall, the narrative experience is seen as a blend of intriguing elements and areas that could be improved.
“It is so simple, but the story is so complex.”
“The art, the music, the dialogue, and story are very impressive so far.”
“This game is very good; we can see that the developer has worked very hard in detail. The story is okay, but the way of portraying the whole story is very interesting. The best part was the error; I truly felt like someone could watch my every step by the way he was talking to me in the game. It's a short game and very good, and the ending was the best.”
“The storytelling is not good.”
“The story can be very vague and confusing, leaving me feeling disconnected from the game.”
“The story itself is quite meh in my opinion, and a lot of stuff doesn't make sense, but I guess it's to be expected considering the setting of the game.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay features mechanics reminiscent of Doki Doki Literature Club, offering a unique experience that blends horror elements with interactive storytelling. Players are encouraged to engage with the game personally to fully appreciate its depth and support the developers.
“What impressed me really are the mechanics, which are very similar to Doki Doki Literature Club, although slightly different, of course.”
“Here's my gameplay, but I heavily recommend experiencing it for yourself (if you've got the stomach for horror) before checking out my video.”
“I'm doing some gameplay of it myself, but please play it yourself and support the devs!”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is off, leading to moments of boredom that could have been avoided.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, contributing significantly to the overall impressive experience alongside the art, dialogue, and story.
“The art, the music, the dialogue, and the story are very impressive so far.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the game's innovative ideas but express a desire for the sequel to enhance the overall atmosphere, suggesting that while the current experience is enjoyable, there is potential for improvement in creating a more immersive environment.
“The game immerses you in a beautifully crafted world that feels alive and vibrant, enhancing the overall atmosphere.”
“Every detail in the environment contributes to a hauntingly captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
“The atmospheric sound design and visuals work together seamlessly to create an unforgettable experience.”
“I feel like the game used a lot of fun and innovative ideas, and I hope the sequel can be tuned a bit to keep the surprises coming while also creating a better atmosphere.”
