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Trail of Stars

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68%Game Brain Score
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replayability, gameplay
100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

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Trail of Stars is a single player action game with fantasy and romance themes. It was developed by ENDYSIS and was released on November 13, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Trail of Stars is a short, bittersweet fairy-tale about two vulnerable souls navigating first love, growing up, and protecting what they have—when all they have is each other.

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews
story7 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The art style is soft and beautiful, creating a calming and dreamy atmosphere that enhances the emotional experience.
  • The writing is heartfelt and sincere, effectively conveying deep feelings of love and longing, making the story linger emotionally after completion.
  • The music complements the visuals and narrative beautifully, adding to the overall immersive experience of the game.
  • The pacing of the game is slow, which may not appeal to players looking for more dramatic or fast-paced storytelling.
  • Choices in the game do not lead to significantly different outcomes, resulting in lower replay value.
  • The game is very short, which may leave some players wanting more depth and content.
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is characterized by its introspective and emotional journey, focusing on themes of memory, coming of age, and the complexities of relationships. Players appreciate the heartfelt writing, beautiful art, and evocative music, which together create a deeply immersive experience, though some may find the pacing slow due to its reflective nature. Overall, the narrative is praised for its depth and emotional resonance, making it a standout in the visual novel genre.

    • “The story unfolds like a gentle journey through memory and feeling, with moments that feel thoughtful and reflective rather than dramatic or fast-paced.”
    • “It is a beautiful story with words, imagery, and music that combine together to tell the tale with a depth of emotion I have not experienced elsewhere in a visual novel.”
    • “Trail of Stars is a bittersweet story of coming of age and the depths of feelings that can exist between a young man and woman who have grown up together in an often very ugly world.”
    • “Because the experience is more about atmosphere and introspection than plot twists or intense action, some players may find the pacing slow.”
    • “The story is short and simple, but it has some implications I could probably talk a lot about.”
    • “It may be short, but it still tells such a deep, emotional story.”
  • graphics
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their soft, beautiful art style that creates a calming, dreamy atmosphere, complemented by handcrafted visuals and a strong musical score. Reviewers highlight the stunning dark fantasy elements and the emotional depth of the story, noting that the artwork significantly enhances the overall experience. Overall, the game's aesthetics are considered a triumph, making it a standout in the visual novel genre.

    • “The art style is soft and beautiful, with backgrounds and character art that create a calming, almost dreamy atmosphere.”
    • “Absolutely gorgeous visuals!”
    • “As a huge fan of dark fantasy, I was completely blown away by the game's aesthetics: the art is simply marvelous, the music is breathtaking, and the story makes you truly sympathize with the main characters and become fully immersed in the world.”
    • “The artwork is handcrafted, but the graphics can feel inconsistent at times.”
    • “The graphics have a fairytale vibe, but they are occasionally mismatched.”
    • “While I love the game's art style, the overall graphics leave something to be desired.”
  • music
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the emotional depth and atmosphere of the story, perfectly complementing the stunning art style and engaging dialogue. Reviewers highlight the beautiful compositions, particularly noting a standout track during the game's climax, which leaves a lasting impression. Overall, the music is described as captivating and integral to the immersive experience of the visual novel.

    • “The music complements this mood nicely and helps make each scene feel special.”
    • “The actual music of the game is also very beautiful and perfectly done, just like the hand-drawn art.”
    • “As a huge fan of dark fantasy, I was completely blown away by the game's aesthetics: the art is simply marvelous, the music is breathtaking (especially that particular OST during the final moments – I still can't stop listening to it!), and the story makes you truly sympathize with the main characters and become fully immersed in the world.”
    • “The artwork is handcrafted and the cello music performance by arcanaxix.”
    • “Extras include three collectible CGs to unlock, music to unlock, credits, a more games section, and a newsletter.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of "Trail of Stars" is characterized by its poetic and introspective nature, enhanced by soft, beautiful art that fosters a calming, dreamy environment. While the focus on emotion and exploration creates a rich ambiance, some players may perceive the pacing as slow due to the lack of intense action or plot twists.

    • “Trail of Stars is a poetic and atmospheric visual novel that focuses on emotion, exploration, and personal connection.”
    • “The art style is soft and beautiful, with backgrounds and character art that create a calming, almost dreamy atmosphere.”
    • “Because the experience is more about atmosphere and introspection than plot twists or intense action, some players may find the pacing slow.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of "Trail of Stars" is highlighted by its heartfelt writing and lingering impact, creating a soothing experience that resonates long after gameplay. Despite its brevity, the game delivers a profound emotional narrative best appreciated at a leisurely pace.

    • “The writing leans heartfelt, and many parts of the story linger emotionally even after you finish playing.”
    • “Overall, Trail of Stars is a soothing and emotional experience best enjoyed at a slow pace.”
    • “It may be short, but it still tells such a deep, emotional story.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is limited, as players note that choices often result in similar outcomes, reducing the incentive to replay.

    • “The choices don’t always lead to wildly different outcomes, so replay value isn’t very high.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful variations in gameplay makes replaying feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and intuitive controls, allowing players to easily immerse themselves in the experience. Additionally, the settings are noted for their variety and depth, enhancing the overall enjoyment and replayability of the game.

  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game is highlighted by its handcrafted artwork and the impressive cello music performance by arcanaxix, contributing to an immersive experience.

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Trail of Stars is a action game with fantasy and romance themes.

Trail of Stars is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Trail of Stars was released on November 13, 2025.

Trail of Stars was developed by ENDYSIS.

Trail of Stars has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Trail of Stars is a single player game.

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