Yuki「清醒梦」

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Yuki「清醒梦」 is a single player action game with horror, mystery and anime themes. It was developed by visualmemoryunit_ and was released on October 24, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Yuki is a narrative horror adventure set in a remote, abandoned school where memories linger longer than the living. A story shaped by memory, regret, and choice Words matter. Every conversation and discovery changes how the story unfolds. Three possible endings — each one reflecting your values and decisions. Face the past in fast-paced combat Confront lingering spirits in bullet hell en…

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Audience ScoreBased on 221 reviews

story62 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Exceptional art style and visuals reminiscent of PS1/PS2 era, creating a unique and evocative atmosphere.
Deeply emotional and engaging story focusing on themes of grief, friendship, and loss, delivering a memorable narrative experience.
Well-crafted soundtrack and sound design that complements the mood and enhances immersion throughout the game.

Very short playtime, often completed within 1-2 hours, leaving players wanting more content and length.
Some technical issues including occasional bugs, crashes, and problematic camera behavior, which slightly detract from the experience.
The combat system, inspired by Undertale bullet-hell, is minimal, simple, and underutilized, feeling somewhat unnecessary or incomplete.

story
113 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is widely praised for its emotional depth, compelling narrative, and heartfelt portrayal of themes like grief, friendship, and guilt, making it stand out despite its short length. Many reviewers found it powerful, relatable, and beautifully told, though some noted it feels brief and could benefit from more development. Overall, the story is considered the game's strongest aspect, delivering a meaningful experience that resonates deeply with players.
- “Each character’s story is deeply emotional and thoughtfully portrayed, making their struggles feel real and impactful.”
- “Beneath the supernatural setting, this is a story about guilt, friendship, and learning to face what you can’t change.”
- “In such a short time it delivers such a strong story, and takes inspiration from some of the best with its gameplay.”
- “The story is nothing to write home about, I didn't love it, and found it confusing at times, which is troubling for an hour-long game.”
- “Sadly the storytelling in this game feels hollow and pretentious.”
- “The story hits all the right beats and the somber atmosphere of the whole game is quite charming but with just how fast it goes by it lacks impact, the whole game feels like a cliff notes version of itself.”
graphics
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game’s graphics receive widespread praise for their beautiful, nostalgic pixel art style and unique aesthetic that effectively complements the emotional, often bittersweet story. Reviewers highlight the visually captivating environments and character designs, noting a strong atmospheric presence enhanced by well-integrated music. Despite the game’s short length, its distinct and charming visuals are consistently recognized as a major strength.
- “The aesthetic and music create a beautiful ambience and the gameplay encourages you to pay attention to the little details to unveil the mystery. Beautiful game, I wish there was a paid extended version or new content from the creators.”
- “Although very short, the game is very interesting, with some interesting gameplay mechanics, an amazing and touching story, and beautiful music and visual art style, unlike any other.”
- “For how short a game it is, I absolutely loved it. The art style is great, and the soundtrack slaps so hard. I wish there was more of this. It wasn't challenging at the slightest, but the storytelling was top notch. I look forward to your future games if you decide to make any else, and thank you for this gem of a game <3”
music
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is widely praised for its emotional depth, variety, and atmospheric fit, often described as hauntingly beautiful, ethereal, and compelling, with a standout drum and bass soundtrack. Reviewers consistently highlight how the soundtrack enhances the game's aesthetic and story, creating a captivating ambiance that complements the visuals perfectly. Many express a desire for more content featuring this exceptional music, underscoring its major role in the game's appeal.
- “The aesthetic and music create a beautiful ambience and the gameplay encourages you to pay attention to the little details to unveil the mystery. Beautiful game, I wish there was a paid extended version or new content from the creators.”
- “For how short of a game it is, I absolutely loved it. The art style is great, and the soundtrack slaps so hard. I wish there was more of this. The story telling was top notch; I look forward to your future games if you decide to make any else. Thank you for this gem of a game <3”
- “The music has such a variety of emotion behind it yet it always fits the situation you're in.”
- “Music: solid, though it doesn’t always match the tone or events on screen, creating occasional disconnects.”
gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a charming blend of Undertale-inspired bullet-hell combat, puzzle-solving, and exploration with a ’90s horror vibe, delivering a unique and emotionally engaging experience. Though generally praised for its creativity and atmosphere, it is notably short and somewhat simple, leaving many players wishing for extended content or deeper mechanics.
- “The gameplay mixes quiet exploration, puzzle-like discovery, and intense bullet-hell combat.”
- “The gameplay is heavily inspired by Undertale, especially in how the fights play out.”
- “The gameplay consists of item collection into puzzles; think Resident Evil minus the combat, and the combat is dialogue options with the aforementioned Undertale bullet-hell.”
- “However, the gameplay is lacking, especially the combat.”
- “The gameplay consists of item collection into puzzles, pretty much think Resident Evil minus the combat, and the combat is dialogue options with the aforementioned Undertale bullet-hell.”
- “It has charm and a few interesting ideas, but the lack of polish and limited mechanics make it difficult to recommend as a paid title.”
emotional
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game delivers a deeply emotional and heartfelt narrative that resonates strongly with players, often evoking tears through its portrayal of grief and friendship. Despite its short length, the touching story, complemented by appealing visuals and a moving soundtrack, creates a memorable and impactful experience. Some note minor plot flaws, but overall it stands out as a sincere and emotionally charged journey.
- “Each character’s story is deeply emotional and thoughtfully portrayed, making their struggles feel real and impactful.”
- “For such a short, free indie game, it delivers a deeply emotional and grounded experience that stays with you long after the credits.”
- “I opened it thinking I'd try a short, free game, but it far exceeded my expectations and threw me into a short but emotionally charged hour-long experience.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its captivating, spooky, and emotionally resonant tone, enhanced by unique visual design and a fitting soundtrack. It avoids cheap scares, instead delivering a raw, somber mood that deeply engages players despite the game's short length. Overall, the immersive and distinctive atmosphere stands out as a key strength.
- “This is an amazing but 2 hour short game with some wild themes — including some homicide theme heads-up, nothing is shown though just brief description in some notes — wrapped in a spooky atmosphere that never relies on cheap jumpscares.”
- “Its a short but sweet game, its atmosphere is amazing and the visual design is really unique, and seeing as its free why not pick it up.”
- “On the menu: beautiful pixels, crazy lights, really cool music, ghosts, a poignant subject, and an atmosphere that has my heart.”
- “The story hits all the right beats and the somber atmosphere of the whole game is quite charming but with just how fast it goes by it lacks impact; the whole game feels like a cliff notes version of itself.”
- “This is an amazing but 2 hour short game with some wild themes — including some homicide theme heads-up, nothing is shown though, just brief description in some notes — wrapped in a spooky atmosphere that never relies on cheap jump scares.”
- “It doesn’t rely on flashy twists — just raw emotion and atmosphere.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's monetization relies on microtransactions through in-game purchases. This method is a key aspect of the overall experience.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight that the game offers strong replay value, emphasizing its longevity and continued enjoyment over time.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features visually appealing character designs that complement its overall artistic style, though there is limited feedback specifically addressing the depth of character development.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is notably strong, delivering performance and gameplay that exceed average expectations and ensure a smooth experience.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features charming and lighthearted humor that adds a cute and slightly funny touch to the overall experience.
- “Very cute and a little funny game”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from stability issues, including bugs, a problematic camera system, and occasional slowdowns, resulting in a rough and sometimes confusing experience.
- “It's buggy, rough on the edges, the camera is a mess, and it's a bit slow and confusing.”