Till the dawn, waiting

About

"Till the Dawn, Waiting" is a narrative-driven game where you experience the world from the perspective of a loyal but abandoned pet. Navigate through tough choices and explore themes of loneliness, trust, and survival, all while gaining a deeper understanding of the struggles faced by pets. This game aims to raise awareness about respect and compassion towards animals.

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Play Modes

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

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

emotional8 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game delivers a touching and emotional story that resonates with pet owners, making players reflect on their relationships with their pets.
Despite its simplicity, the narrative effectively raises awareness about the plight of abandoned animals, evoking strong feelings in players.
The atmosphere and music contribute positively to the overall experience, enhancing the emotional engagement of the story.

The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs, lack of a save function, and broken achievements, which detract from the overall experience.
Gameplay is limited and repetitive, with minimal interaction and a short duration that leaves players wanting more depth and content.
The graphics and animations are criticized for being underwhelming and lacking detail, failing to effectively convey the emotional weight of the story.

emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game elicits mixed responses; while some players find the story touching and reflective, particularly regarding the plight of animals, others feel that gameplay interruptions detract from the emotional engagement. Overall, the narrative has the potential to evoke strong feelings, but execution issues may leave some players feeling unsatisfied or disconnected.
- “Emotional story that'll make you cherish your pets.”
- “I cried and reflected on the suffering animals must go through in situations similar to that depicted in this game.”
- “Till the dawn, waiting is a heartwrenching story about an abandoned dog who waits for his owner to return.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The story is an emotional and heartwrenching narrative centered around the bond between pets and their owners, particularly highlighting the experience of an abandoned dog waiting for its owner. While the interactive story format is appreciated, some players feel it could benefit from more gameplay elements. Overall, the poignant themes resonate deeply with pet owners, making it a memorable experience.
- “Emotional story that'll make you cherish your pets.”
- “Although short and designed as more of an interactive story than a game, I believe that the intended message is loud and clear.”
- “Till the Dawn, Waiting is a heart-wrenching story about an abandoned dog who waits for his owner to return.”
- “The emotions conveyed in this story struck a chord with me as I have a dog I wouldn't dream of parting with.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The graphics have been criticized for failing to effectively execute a familiar style, suggesting a lack of quality in their presentation.
- “I've seen this kind of graphic style done well - this is not an example of that.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and the environments feel lifeless.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users feel that certain gameplay sections detract from their emotional engagement with the game, suggesting a disconnect between the gameplay mechanics and the narrative experience.
- “The gameplay sections took me right out of the emotional engagement I had.”
- “The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
- “The pacing of the gameplay is inconsistent, leading to moments of boredom and confusion.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the impactful music that enhances the overall adventure experience.
- “The amazing atmosphere and music really helped this adventure along!”
- “The immersive environment made me feel like I was truly part of the world.”
- “Every detail in the setting contributed to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music significantly enhances the game's atmosphere, contributing positively to the overall adventure experience.
- “The amazing atmosphere and music really helped this adventure along!”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing every moment.”
- “I found myself humming the tunes long after I finished playing!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game experiences freezing issues when alt-tabbing, indicating stability concerns that may disrupt gameplay.
- “If you alt-tab, it freezes the game.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I've experienced multiple instances of the game freezing during crucial moments.”