Twilight City: Love as a Cure
- December 17, 2015
- Meridian'93
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Twilight City: Love as a Cure," play as a young vampire in love with a human, seeking a cure for your immortal curse in the mysterious city of Skylight. Experience unique gameplay and become absorbed in an immersive atmosphere as you overcome obstacles to become human again.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Unique medieval Gothic fashion and furniture options for customization.
- Engaging art style and atmospheric setting that enhances the gameplay experience.
- Variety of gameplay elements including simulation, point-and-click, and interesting quests.
- Gameplay is grind-heavy and can become repetitive over time.
- Weak storyline with little investment in character development or choices.
- Lack of achievements and overall blandness in gameplay experience.
- story10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally considered weak and lacking depth, with many players finding it forgettable and poorly executed. While the gothic vampire setting and the ability to create a personal avatar are appreciated, the quests often feel repetitive and uninspired, contributing to an overall sense of disappointment regarding the narrative experience.
“The storyline was pretty weak, but it was good to find a game where I could have my own avatar and work my way up in this gothic vampire setting.”
“Occasionally, one of the awful NPCs who are bland and forgettable beyond imagining will give you a quest to go and click 20 times in a different location!”
“The storyline is absent, possibly dead; the graphics and music are as bland as three-day-old porridge, and I feel terrible for wasting the several hours I spent completing this.”
“Very little storyline.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable due to a skill system that allows players to enhance their vampire abilities, but it can become repetitive over time as the core mechanics revolve around power progression.
“The skill system makes gameplay enjoyable.”
“The gameplay largely involves becoming a more powerful vampire.”
“Gameplay turns out to be repetitive after a while.”
“In fact, the gameplay largely involves becoming a more powerful vampire.”
“Simple gameplay.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some praising the art style while others criticized the overall visual presentation as bland and uninspired. Despite the appealing art style, many users felt that the graphics did not compensate for the lack of engaging content in the game.
“I love the art style.”
“The storyline is absent, possibly dead; the graphics and music are bland as three-day-old porridge, and I feel terrible for wasting the several hours I spent completing this.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is heavily characterized by its gothic settings, which create a dark and immersive environment that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers consistently highlight the effective use of gothic elements to evoke a haunting and captivating ambiance.
“The game immerses you in a beautifully crafted gothic setting that enhances the overall atmosphere.”
“The gothic atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, drawing players into its dark and mysterious world.”
“The combination of gothic elements and atmospheric design creates an unforgettable experience.”
“The atmosphere is lacking depth and feels uninspired.”
“While the gothic settings have potential, the overall atmosphere fails to engage.”
“The atmosphere doesn't evoke the intended emotions, leaving the experience flat.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express a general understanding that while some players dislike grinding in games, it remains a common aspect that can be polarizing.
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted as amusing, but many users feel that it doesn't outweigh the opportunity cost of engaging with other activities. Overall, while the game has its comedic moments, it may not be compelling enough to prioritize over other options.
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with multiple users stating that there is no incentive to play it again after the initial experience.
“There is absolutely no replayability.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as bland and unremarkable, contributing to an overall lackluster experience that leaves players feeling disappointed.
“The music is bland and forgettable, lacking any real impact or emotion.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The music does not enhance the gameplay experience at all; it feels more like an afterthought.”
