The Shadows of Pygmalion

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The Shadows of Pygmalion is a single player open world action adventure game with horror, fantasy, anime and erotic themes. It was developed by propeller and was released on February 24, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

For as long as anyone knows, beings called "Puppets" have operated in service of a force unknown, quietly manipulating the course of history. One day, Hajiro Mina has a chance encounter with one of these Puppets, ultimately changing her life forever.

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82%Audience ScoreBased on 87 reviews

story34 positive mentions

gameplay1 negative mentions

The game features a captivating and intricate plot with numerous twists that keep players engaged.
The voice acting and soundtrack are of high quality, enhancing the emotional depth of the story.
The character designs and art style are visually appealing, contributing to the overall aesthetic of the game.

The story can be convoluted and difficult to follow, with frequent info dumps that may confuse players.
Character development is lacking, making it hard for players to connect with or care about the characters.
The game is marketed as 'all-ages' despite containing dark themes and mature content that may not be suitable for younger audiences.

story
164 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21% positive mentions, 76% neutral mentions, 3% negative mentions
The story of "Shadows of Pygmalion" is a complex and often convoluted narrative that features multiple endings and a mix of supernatural elements, romance, and philosophical themes. While some players found the plot engaging with unexpected twists, others criticized it for being nonsensical and poorly structured, with significant tonal shifts and unresolved plot points. Overall, the game offers a bittersweet experience that may appeal to those who appreciate intricate storytelling, despite its flaws and pacing issues.
- “It's a touching story and it tries being a little unorthodox and breaking out of some clichés.”
- “The story is extremely well thought out and deep, but that's just my own personal opinion.”
- “Story-wise, it's elaborate and bittersweet, with plenty of emotional moments.”
- “I tried so hard to keep reading it, hoping that maybe the plot would eventually make some sense, but nope.”
- “The plot is just so nonsensical.”
- “The tone and plot drastically change constantly, and none of it is good.”
music
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60% positive mentions, 31% neutral mentions, 9% negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its decent-to-good quality and effective use in enhancing the atmosphere, with standout tracks like "deep sea inside" receiving particular acclaim. While the soundtrack successfully captures a range of emotions—from calming to intense—it has been suggested that more music could be added to emphasize tragic or significant moments. Overall, the combination of music and voice acting is considered one of the game's strongest aspects, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.
- “Music did a good job of enhancing the atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack is used well in most scenes and I particularly enjoy the track you hear when you first meet the fabled Eidos.”
- “From everyday peaceful life and cute moments to amazing action sequences, and from happy and lovey cute moments to horror and despair, this novel has it all, complete with a great soundtrack.”
- “More music to underline especially tragic/important events would be a plus for the atmosphere.”
- “I mean, it supposedly has to be very upbeat since there are a lot of battle scenes, but almost half of the soundtracks are very calming or natural.”
- “Overall, my impression is that the music is calming.”
emotional
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a touching and bittersweet story that attempts to break away from clichés, offering plenty of heartwarming moments despite some pacing issues with character emotions. While some players found it beautiful and addictive, others struggled to connect with the characters, leading to mixed feelings about emotional investment. Overall, it is recommended for those prepared for an emotional experience, though expectations for genre innovation should be tempered.
- “It's a touching story and it tries being a little unorthodox and breaking out of some clichés.”
- “Story-wise, it's elaborate and bittersweet, with plenty of emotional moments.”
- “Addicting, beautiful, and heartbreaking in one package.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43% positive mentions, 36% neutral mentions, 21% negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their high-quality artwork and appealing shoujo manga style, with well-crafted visuals that enhance the experience. However, players have reported persistent screen tearing issues during motion, which remain unresolved despite attempts to adjust settings. Overall, while the visuals and voice acting are strong points, the technical flaws detract from the overall graphical experience.
- “The artwork of this game is beautiful; I liked the shoujo manga style art that this visual novel has.”
- “The art style was, in my opinion, very good and the characters were well written, filling their roles excellently.”
- “The artwork is of high quality, but whenever there’s motion, screen tearing occurs - no matter what you do in the settings, you can’t fix it - it’s a known issue.”
- “Decent art: the game has some well-crafted visuals that may catch your eye.”
- “This is carried by its visuals and voice acting.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is significantly enhanced by its music, which effectively complements the overall experience. However, reviewers suggest that incorporating more music during key tragic or important moments could further elevate the atmosphere.
- “The music did a great job of enhancing the atmosphere.”
- “More music to underline especially tragic or important events would be a plus for the atmosphere.”
- “The music did a great job of enhancing the atmosphere.”
- “More music to underline especially tragic or important events would enhance the atmosphere.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 75% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions
The gameplay is minimal, primarily consisting of a single choice near the end of the story, typical of visual novels. Players should expect limited interactivity, as the experience revolves more around narrative than gameplay mechanics.
- “This is a visual novel, so the gameplay is just choices - not 'choices' actually, but just a single choice near the end of the story.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions
Character development is noted for being gradual and realistic, avoiding sudden transformations into powerful figures, which aligns with genre expectations. However, some users find the pacing of early character developments to be slightly off.
- “Early character developments are slightly, weirdly paced.”
- “Gradual yet visible character development (not like 'bam! now you are an ultimate superhero!', though, again expected due to the genre).”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions
The game's replayability is limited, with many users suggesting that only three playthroughs are needed if players utilize the save feature at key decision points. This indicates that while there are choices to explore, the overall experience may not warrant extensive replaying.
- “The replay value is impressive; I found myself going back to make different choices and explore new storylines.”
- “Each playthrough offers a unique experience, making it hard to resist diving back in.”
- “The game encourages multiple runs with its branching paths and varied outcomes.”
- “As for replay value, honestly, only three times are necessary if you save at the choice point.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a lighthearted and uplifting tone, providing a sense of relief from sadness and loneliness, allowing players to enjoy moments of warmth and laughter.

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The Shadows of Pygmalion is a open world action adventure game with horror, fantasy, anime and erotic themes. Common tags for The Shadows of Pygmalion include lgbtq+, trading, female protagonist, psychological, quick-time events and others.

The Shadows of Pygmalion is available on PC and Windows.

The Shadows of Pygmalion was released on February 24, 2017.

The Shadows of Pygmalion was developed by propeller.

The Shadows of Pygmalion has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked The Shadows of Pygmalion for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

The Shadows of Pygmalion is a single player game.

Similar games include Kindred Spirits on the Roof, Sabbat of the Witch, Nightshade/百花百狼, Synergia, Sound of Drop: Fall into Poison and others.

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