- October 20, 2017
- RhinoGearz
- 7h median play time
Within a Rose
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"Within a Rose" is a first-person puzzle-adventure game set in a surreal dream world. The player explores a mysterious mansion filled with intricate puzzles and hidden secrets, all while uncovering the story of a heartbroken inventor. With a focus on exploration and discovery, the game offers a unique and immersive experience.
- The game features a beautifully written story with emotional depth and relatable characters, particularly the dark fairy Desdemona and the male protagonist Wally.
- It offers a refreshing take on gender roles, showcasing a strong female character and a sensitive male lead, which is a rarity in visual novels.
- The game is engaging and fun, with multiple routes and endings that encourage replayability, making it a worthwhile experience despite its short length.
- The game is relatively short, taking only a few hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
- Some background art and music choices feel generic and do not match the overall aesthetic of the game, detracting from the immersive experience.
- There are instances of rushed writing and abrupt character development, particularly in Desdemona's transition from villain to love interest, which may feel unrealistic to some players.
story94 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe game presents a charming retelling of "Sleeping Beauty" from the perspective of the dark fairy, incorporating modern elements and multiple endings that explore themes of reconciliation and personal growth. While the narrative is engaging and thought-provoking, some players noted that the writing could be more detailed and that the pacing occasionally felt rushed. Overall, the story is praised for its depth, emotional impact, and unique character dynamics, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of visual novels.
“After having an extra year to reflect upon it, I believe that this game really is a must-play for anyone who can appreciate a deep and meaningful story about actions and consequences.”
“The story has multiple endings, including two 'happy endings' for the dark fairy, two unhappy endings for her where she ends up alone, and one ending where the male protagonist ends up with his childhood friend. I greatly enjoyed the story, which focused on reconciliation and letting go of a troubled past to embrace happiness in the present.”
“This story made me feel kinder and more hopeful.”
“The story of the game itself is really interesting, the only problem is the writing; sometimes it's really too fast and doesn't let the player fully engage with it. It's 'too fast' at some parts or 'too sudden', but the game is good in that most events that occur have a reason to be there, so we don't waste time with useless things. The game goes straight to the plot, which can be a good thing for people who like fast stories.”
“The story is pretty short, so it will only take around 3 hours to complete pretty much the entire game, and I would always love if those short visual novels would have made their stories a bit longer.”
“Very enjoyable, great writing, and a bit frustrating because of the multiple endings; you need to play again and again to get the story right.”
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