The Spell
- January 15, 2019
- Hangover Cat Purrroduction
Get on Steam"The Spell" is a kinetic novel centering around Eloise, who moves in with her alleged uncle Steve after her parents' death. As Eloise uncovers a strange note relating to their deaths, the story unfolds with a 60k word narrative and an original soundtrack. This game provides a deep and intriguing experience for players who enjoy visual novels.
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- The story is captivating with well-executed twists and turns that keep players engaged until the end.
- The artwork and character development are praised, with many finding the characters relatable and well-written.
- The emotional impact of the ending resonates strongly with players, leaving a lasting impression.
- The second half of the story can feel over-complicated and melodramatic, detracting from the overall experience.
- Some players found the soundtrack to be unremarkable, although it serves its purpose.
- There are inconsistencies in the background art and character sprites, which may be distracting for some.
- story18 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story is a captivating and well-executed visual novel that presents multiple perspectives from different characters, enhancing its depth and engagement. While some reviewers found the narrative occasionally confusing and melodramatic, the overall writing and soundtrack were praised for their quality and ability to draw players in. Despite its brevity, the story effectively builds a solid foundation, making it an enjoyable experience for both casual and dedicated readers.
“Overall, the story is captivating with a nicely done soundtrack and writing that is very friendly and still enjoyable to read.”
“It's an amazing story that's well executed, and I'm happy I spent my time on it.”
“Something I'd recommend to anyone interested in a great story!”
“After the first 3-4 in-game days, I realized that it all was necessary to build a good foundation for the rest of the story.”
“They are not central to the story, however.”
“This is a rather decent story.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting that while it may not be remarkable, it effectively complements the captivating story and enhances the overall experience. The soundtrack is described as enjoyable and fitting, serving its purpose without overshadowing other elements of the game.
“The music, from what I've heard in the games I've played, is a 10 out of 10.”
“Overall, the story is captivating with a nicely done soundtrack and writing that is very friendly and still enjoyable to read.”
“Interesting story, good characters (not so many though), good background music, and sound effects.”
“The soundtrack is not remarkable, which means it's fine.”
“The art is good, the story is consistent and well-written, but the music is not the best I've ever heard; it serves its purpose of accompanying us on this journey.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The visual novel is praised for its appealing artwork and concept, though it falls short in the second half due to a lack of graphics. While the existing visuals are enjoyable, there is a notable desire for more artwork, particularly towards the ending.
“This visual novel shines in its artwork and concept.”
“The graphics used are pleasing enough.”
“My only complaint is that there could have been more artwork, especially for the ending.”
“This visual novel shines in its artwork and concept, but flounders in its second half.”
“There aren't many graphics, but the ones they used were pleasing enough.”
“My only complaint is that there could have been more artwork, especially for the ending.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The kinetic novel format offers no meaningful choices, resulting in limited replayability; however, many users feel that the experience is satisfying enough in its current form.
“This is a kinetic novel, meaning that you have no meaningful choices allowed and therefore no replayability, but it's perfect as it is.”
“Once you've experienced the story, there's little incentive to go through it again since the outcome remains the same.”
“The lack of branching paths makes replaying the game feel redundant and unfulfilling.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely driven by the male main character's tortured yet awkward personality, which provides moments of hilarity that endear him to players.
“My favorite character is the male protagonist; he has a really tortured personality, but his awkwardness makes him hilarious at times. I really came to like him.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch! The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud.”
“I love how the game balances dark themes with lighthearted humor. It creates such a unique and entertaining experience!”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Many players report experiencing strong emotional reactions, with some stating they cried at the end of the game, highlighting its impactful storytelling and character development.
“I'll be honest, I cried at the end.”
“The story touched my heart in ways I never expected.”
“Every character's journey felt so real and relatable, it brought me to tears.”
