Your Smile Beyond Twilight
- June 23, 2017
- Lingtan Studio
Get on Steam"Your Smile Beyond Twilight" is a visual novel adventure game set in a fantasy world. The story follows the protagonist, a young man named Lingtan, as he tries to uncover the truth behind a mysterious force that is causing havoc in his world. Along the way, he meets a colorful cast of characters, and must make choices that will determine the fate of the world. The game features multiple endings, based on the player's choices.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The story is short yet incredibly touching, exploring themes of love and loss that resonate deeply with players.
- The artwork and music are beautifully crafted, enhancing the emotional experience of the game.
- It's a great value for its price, providing a memorable experience in a compact format.
- The game is very short, which may leave players wanting more content and depth.
- There are technical issues, such as text overflow in dialogue boxes and inconsistent voice acting quality.
- The English translation is often poor, making it difficult for non-Chinese speakers to fully appreciate the story.
- story120 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story is a short yet emotionally impactful narrative centered on themes of love and loss, often described as both sweet and sad. While some reviewers noted its predictability and brevity, many praised its depth, well-crafted writing, and the ability to evoke strong feelings within a concise timeframe. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a touching experience, despite its limited length and potential for further development.
“Incredible story of how just one person can have such a profound impact...”
“No matter what language you speak, this story of love and loss is one that will be somber and joyful at the same time and touch your very existence.”
“This is such a touching, heartfelt story that is totally relatable even if it is about a Chinese young man.”
“However, the story with her does not end on a happy note.”
“Although the story was very predictable and not really that original, the payoff was still very satisfying for the price.”
“This is definitely not a well done game, but what it is able to do is convey a story that is understandable, and at the same time, enjoyable.”
- music54 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its emotional depth and ability to enhance the storytelling, effectively matching various situations and moods. While some users noted issues with voice volume blending into the music, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack significantly contributes to the game's atmosphere and experience. Many reviewers highlighted the music as a standout feature, complementing the beautiful art and compelling narrative.
“The music is really fitting for the different situations and moods, which is always the most important part.”
“The music used in the game adds a nice touch to the events that were being portrayed at times.”
“In a few hours, it tells a simple yet very emotional tale of love, sadness, and redemption, coupled with nice visuals and touching music.”
“The only problem that I found was that sometimes, the text would overflow the dialogue box and that the voice of the characters (especially the 'maiden') would blend in with the music because it was just too loud.”
“You could of course just turn down the music, but even if you did that, the voice is somehow still pretty quiet.”
“The music is simple yet rings your emotions.”
- emotional36 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with many players describing it as a touching and heartfelt experience that evokes strong feelings, often leading to tears. The story, while short, effectively conveys themes of love, sadness, and redemption, complemented by beautiful visuals and music. Overall, players find it to be a deeply moving narrative that resonates on a personal level, making it a standout in emotional storytelling.
“It was very emotional and touching but still kept me smiling throughout its course with some tears nearing its end.”
“In a few hours, it tells a simple yet very emotional tale of love, sadness, and redemption, coupled with nice visuals and touching music.”
“This was one of the most beautiful visual novels I played - so emotional and well-written with a translation that's pretty good too (although initially a bit difficult to understand).”
- graphics18 mentions
- 89 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning artwork and beautiful art style, which many reviewers find captivating and reminiscent of Japanese aesthetics. The visuals are complemented by a relaxing background music score and well-executed voice acting, enhancing the emotional storytelling experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a significant highlight, making the game a worthwhile purchase for its price.
“The artwork is incredible.”
“I very much love the story and graphics; it's stunning and well voiced.”
“For the current price tag, this visual novel is totally worth getting: the art style is beautiful, the background music is good and relaxing, and there’s even voice acting (in Chinese).”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive rural setting, enhanced by well-matched music that complements the narrative without distracting from the reading experience. Users appreciate how the music effectively builds the atmosphere, contributing to an engaging overall experience.
“The music matches the situations, the settings, and the atmosphere without intervening with my focus while reading.”
“Pretty much the first Chinese kinetic novel I have played, and I really liked it a lot, not only because of its nice rural atmosphere.”
“Music really helps the atmosphere to build up.”
- character development4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character development for its focus on realistic and non-sexualized female character designs, highlighting their beauty and depth. The positive reception of the character designs suggests a thoughtful approach to representation in the game.
“I really liked the character designs and the last CG is beautiful.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its blend of humor with emotional depth, featuring a mix of funny, cute, and sweet moments that resonate throughout the experience. Players appreciate how these humorous elements are intertwined with themes of love and sadness, creating a well-rounded narrative.
“It's full of love, sadness, heart-throbbing, funny, cute, and sweet moments from start to end.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with users noting a very short and cliché story that offers no engaging mechanics or challenges.
“Very short, cliché story with zero gameplay.”
