The Void Rains Upon Her Heart
- February 14, 2018
- Veyeral Games
- 17h median play time
Get on Steam"The Void Rains Upon Her Heart" is a challenging bullet hell game with a unique twist: each death regenerates the levels, making every playthrough different. Fight through hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in a procedurally generated world, all while discovering the story of the titular character and her heart. With its beautiful pixel art and intense gameplay, this game offers a deep and rewarding experience for fans of the genre.
Reviews
- The gameplay is highly satisfying and replayable, with a perfect blend of bullet hell mechanics and roguelike elements.
- The art style and soundtrack are outstanding, creating a charming and immersive atmosphere.
- The game features a vast amount of content, including numerous bosses, upgrades, and achievements, making it feel like a complete experience despite being in early access.
- Some players may find the story and character designs to be overly cutesy or cringy.
- The game can feel grindy at times, especially when trying to unlock all achievements and content.
- The nudity in the game may make some players uncomfortable, despite being non-sexual and having an option to blur it.
- story224 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The story of the game is described as emotional, charming, and engaging, with themes of love, acceptance, and mental health woven throughout. While many players appreciate the heartfelt narrative and unique characters, some note that the story is still incomplete and can be a bit cutesy or confusing at times. Overall, the combination of a touching storyline with solid gameplay mechanics makes it a standout title in the bullet hell genre, leaving players eager for more content in future updates.
“The story is so good it actually made me cry, buy this game now!!!!!!!!!!!”
“The diversity in bosses, patterns, and everything makes it quite unique and the story is mwah *chef's kiss*, I love how deep it dives into difficult subjects without explicitly mentioning them; it might be one of the first times ever that I don't skip dialogues.”
“The story beautifully explored the complexities of love, self-acceptance, and the strength that lies within us to overcome our darkest demons.”
“To be honest, the only part of this that feels early access is the story, which gives everything a solid theme, but also isn't finished yet.”
“Unfortunately, the story isn't even close to being finished and ends about 8 hours in.”
“The story is the most blatantly unfinished element at the time of writing, but there are interesting breadcrumbs to follow.”
- gameplay213 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game is widely praised for its engaging and addictive mechanics, combining bullet hell and roguelike elements seamlessly. Players appreciate the depth and variety in combat, with a plethora of unlockable content, unique bosses, and a satisfying progression system that keeps them coming back for more. The overall experience is enhanced by charming visuals, a captivating soundtrack, and a well-integrated narrative, making it a standout title in the genre.
“Great shmup/bullet hell fights with decent integration of roguelite mechanics and an unfathomable amount of content.”
“The gameplay loop is exciting even when you know everything; the constant enjoyment that comes from reaching higher and higher goals is wonderful, and the ever-growing story gives you a reason to smile alongside your new pink friend.”
“The gameplay is tightly designed and very satisfying - bullet-hell boss rush taken to its logical extremes, and then some.”
“The bullet-hell mechanics lack precision, leading to frustrating and unfair deaths.”
“None of that changes the core gameplay much, though, so if you're not captivated by it, it will feel very repetitive.”
“The gameplay portion doesn't make me feel the emotion of this alien girl wanting the monsters to love her.”
- music176 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its quality, variety, and ability to enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, noting that it complements the gameplay and atmosphere beautifully, particularly during intense moments like boss fights. While some mention a desire for more tracks to avoid repetition, the general consensus is that the music is a significant strength of the game, making it a memorable and enjoyable experience.
“The music is amazing, especially during the final boss fight.”
“The soundtrack and general art quality is astounding - this game's weakest songs compare to the strongest of many AAA titles, with a variety to suit every mood - relaxed, tense, action-packed... it's all great.”
“The music is phenomenal and plenty, and there is so much content.”
“The music gets grating and repetitive before you start unlocking new variants.”
“My only complaint is I find the soundtrack to be pretty lacking in sound or memorability.”
“There's only one thing I kind of dislike: many monsters share the same soundtrack.”
- graphics68 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and unique art style, which enhances the overall experience with colorful and eye-catching visuals. Many reviewers highlight the stunning visuals and immersive soundtrack, creating a captivating atmosphere that complements the gameplay. However, some critiques mention a lack of polish in certain areas, suggesting that while the graphics are generally good, there is room for improvement, particularly in cutscenes and character designs.
“The graphics are simply outstanding.”
“The visuals and music are amazing, and the consistently high level of quality of the gameplay combined with the amount of content in this game is absolutely baffling.”
“The hauntingly beautiful art style and evocative music created an immersive experience that drew me deep into its emotional depths.”
“The simplistic art style lacks polish, contributing to a monotonous visual experience.”
“The graphics can be improved a bit; it looks like this game is from the 90's, still cool though.”
“Was slightly tempted to be 'that guy' to give it the first thumbs-down (because no game with such basic graphics as this should be nearly four and a half years in early access) but it has far too many great features and promise for a negative review.”
- emotional38 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching and heartfelt story, which resonates deeply with players, often evoking tears and a sense of connection to the characters. The blend of whimsical art, evocative music, and a narrative centered around love and friendship transforms traditional bullet hell gameplay into a meaningful experience, making it both engaging and emotionally impactful. Players appreciate the game's ability to balance challenging mechanics with a wholesome theme, creating a rich emotional journey throughout multiple playthroughs.
“The story is so good it actually made me cry; buy this game now!!!!!!!!!!!”
“The hauntingly beautiful art style and evocative music created an immersive experience that drew me deep into its emotional depths.”
“This game is rather deep, heartfelt, and once you start picking up the cues, you'll soon find yourself in for a psychological journey learning more about yourself, your feelings, and maybe even gain some perspective on life and how you live it.”
- replayability37 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game boasts exceptional replayability, driven by its vast content, engaging bullet hell gameplay, and a well-structured difficulty curve. Players can enjoy endless challenges, unlockables, and a variety of modes, making it suitable for both binge sessions and casual play. Overall, the combination of roguelike elements and a rich bestiary contributes to a highly replayable experience that keeps players coming back for more.
“This game is designed around replayability and with an extremely fine-tuned difficulty curve, and hundreds of individual challenges; I'd say it succeeds.”
“The amount of content and replayability in this roguelike is genuinely unmatched; this is one of, if not my favorite roguelike of all time.”
“With the roguelike genre being built on its infinite replayability, this game presents something extremely compelling—everything in this game repeats, your progress is erased, and you have to play again and again.”
“The next worthy candidate Steredenn failed to bring a sense of progression and replayability to me.”
“While getting dreams and challenges are simple in itself, I find that the selling point is the replayability.”
“However, its replayability lies in its roguelike elements and the way the bosses you face evolve and gain attacks as their levels and the difficulty goes up.”
- grinding16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding in this game to be enjoyable and rewarding, as it often involves progressing through gameplay rather than tedious farming. While some aspects can feel a bit grindy, particularly for completionists aiming to unlock all content, the engaging mechanics and replayability help mitigate any potential frustration. The game successfully balances the grind with fun, making it a positive experience for most players.
“The grinding is the fun sort of grinding, as you just get progress by playing the game.”
“Some of the content gets a bit grindy, if you're the type of person to subject yourself to getting all the medals (which, unfortunately, seems like it's required to unlock some of the non-essential content for the rest of the game).”
“Again, you will put in the work and if grinding and practicing isn't your forté, that might be a pass for you.”
- atmosphere13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its captivating blend of music, graphics, and storytelling, creating a unique and immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the emotional depth and charm of the world, alongside a strong sense of progression and challenge that enhances the overall ambiance. The combination of a heartfelt narrative and engaging gameplay contributes to its status as a standout title in its genre.
“It has tons of content, with a great feeling of progression through all these unlocks and achievements, plus a very special atmosphere that makes the game one of the best of its genre.”
“From the moment I entered the world of 'The Void Rains Upon Her Heart', I was captivated by its mesmerizing atmosphere.”
“The story and atmosphere are a little strange, but they have such a charm to them, with such detail in the world being slowly brought to light.”
“The story and atmosphere are a little strange, but they have such a charm to them, with such detail in the world being slowly brought to light.”
“A surprisingly accessible bullet hell roguelike which has a certain atmosphere that I find hard to describe.”
“From the moment I entered the world of 'The Void Rains Upon Her Heart', I was captivated by its mesmerizing atmosphere.”
- character development6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by its charming and unique monster designs, which are complemented by cute character interactions and a delightful visual style. While some players appreciate the endearing character designs and engaging story, others feel that the nonsexual nudity in story sections detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game is praised for its fun character dynamics and strong visual appeal.
“Likewise, the character designs outside of battle are all very cute and lovable too, and it's delightful to battle these often strange-looking monsters and then see them in conversation as these lil chibified ladies all being flirty with each other.”
“The visuals and character design are endearing, and the music is very solid as well.”
“A touching story, well-balanced bosses, interesting character designs, awesome music... I need to recommend this game.”
“I don't really like the character designs in the story sections; I think they feel like an unnecessary distraction from the gameplay, writing, and overall concept.”
“The character designs outside of battle are all very cute and lovable, but they often distract from the overall narrative and character development.”
“While the visuals and character design are endearing, they don't contribute much to the depth of character development in the game.”
- stability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly on the Steam Deck and providing a bug-free experience in its early access phase, allowing players to enjoy continuous exploration without interruptions.
“Runs great out of the box on Steam Deck.”
“This is perfect early access; the game is always bug-free and lovely to play, allowing you to discover more and more content.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features charming characters and clever enemy designs, complemented by humorous writing that adds heart to the experience. Players appreciate the funny skits and the engaging, replayable bullet hell gameplay that caters to various skill levels.
“It's got cute characters, great enemy designs, humor, and heart in the writing.”
“It's got very replayable bullet hell gameplay with a great range of difficulty and some really funny skits.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is well-received, as players appreciate the rewarding upgrade system that enhances performance after each boss encounter, contributing to a satisfying gameplay loop.
“You face boss after boss, getting upgrades after every fight depending on your performance.”
“The optimization system allows for a tailored experience, letting players enhance their skills and strategies effectively.”
“I love how the game encourages you to refine your approach with each encounter, making every victory feel earned and rewarding.”
“The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during intense battles.”
“Despite the engaging gameplay, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
“I was disappointed to find that the game is poorly optimized, resulting in long loading times and crashes.”
