Your Story
- January 19, 2023
- GameLoad
Get on Steam"Your Story" is a visual novel taking place on a fantasy island, where you help Lia, the teenage half-elf protagonist, navigate major life events and unexpected guests at her family inn. The game blends visual novel and point-and-click exploration, offering multiple conclusions. As Lia's inner voice, you influence her decisions, while also building relationships with various colorful characters.
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- The artwork is beautifully done, with a fantasy setting and graceful love scenes that enhance the experience.
- The game features engaging gameplay with a choose-your-own-adventure feel, allowing for exploration and interesting choices.
- The character of Lia is endearing, and the narrative has potential, with immersive music and a captivating atmosphere.
- The story lacks depth and coherence, with many players feeling that choices do not significantly impact the narrative.
- Technical issues, such as a disappearing cursor, can make the game unplayable for some users.
- The ending is disappointing for many, with a confusing climax that leaves players feeling unsatisfied and wanting a more complete resolution.
- story32 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story begins slowly, allowing players to choose paths that influence interactions, but ultimately lacks depth and coherence, leaving many feeling that it needs significant development. While some appreciate the organic storytelling and beautiful visuals, others find the narrative weak and unfulfilling, particularly after the initial setup. Overall, the game offers engaging gameplay and captivating art, but the story does not meet the expectations for a fully fleshed-out experience.
“This kind of organic storytelling is what I imagine the developers were going for with this game, and I love seeing such attention to detail.”
“When the story begins, Lia gets to choose if she wishes to pursue 'destiny', 'love', or 'nothing'.”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging and the story is truly captivating.”
“I cannot really accurately describe the story as it is, well, not that thought out as a full experience.”
“What you pick does subtly influence your interactions in the game, but since the game does not see any one story completely through, it ends up not really being significant.”
“I don’t want it to be continued; I want the story to be fleshed out and experienced in this game.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are a standout feature, with well-executed artwork that captures the fantasy setting and character expressions effectively. However, the use of two distinct art styles leads to inconsistency, particularly in the cut scenes, which some players found rough and less appealing. Overall, while the artwork is praised, the execution in critical moments may detract from the overall visual experience.
“The artwork is the highlight of this game for me.”
“I adore elves and the fantasy setting was a factor for me, but the artwork is so well done, and even the love scenes are handled with grace and not overly graphic or tasteless.”
“I loved the subtle character expressions and the effective use of two different art styles.”
“There are two art styles in this game; however, the 'cut scenes,' as I will call them, look very rough and sketchy as opposed to finished painted pieces.”
“Not everyone will buy a game, like myself, just for the artwork and fantasy appeal.”
“But there is potential there, and I really love the artwork and most of the characters.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging questlines and meaningful choices, allowing players to explore the environment, interact with characters, and participate in mini-games. The combination of captivating storytelling and beautiful visuals makes it an excellent entry point for those new to the visual novel genre. Overall, players find the gameplay to be immersive and enjoyable.
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging and the story is truly captivating.”
“The deal is, that if you are not a visual novel fan, then you'll find yourself a neat entrance into the world of such genre in this game - throughout the extraordinary approach to the mechanics.”
“I loved the gameplay, which gives you questlines you can follow and allows you some really interesting choices to make as you roam around the environment, finding people to talk to and playing little mini-games.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its calming and immersive qualities, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere and storytelling experience. Coupled with beautiful hand-drawn art, it creates a captivating environment that players recommend exploring.
“The music and overall atmosphere are really on point, so I can definitely recommend checking it out!”
“Not to mention the beautiful hand-drawn art, but the music is calming and immersively provides the feeling of diving into the story.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express disappointment with the emotional impact of the game's ending, criticizing the abrupt shift from a wholesome narrative to a violent conclusion that limits player choice. This tonal dissonance has left some feeling unsatisfied with the overall emotional journey.
“The emotional weight of the story really hit me, especially during the final moments that left me reflecting on my choices.”
“I was genuinely moved by the character arcs; their struggles felt real and relatable, making the experience unforgettable.”
“The game masterfully blends joy and sorrow, creating moments that tug at your heartstrings and make you truly care about the characters.”
