VN - Ren'Py - Completed - Bare Witness [Steam Build] [AlterWorlds]

Realistically, this game is a 3.5 out of 5 overall. The story is passable, the LIs are likeable, and the renders are overall on the above average side. That said, however, the fact that this game is actually complete with multiple (11 I think?) endings puts it a bit higher for me. It's not too long and there's variety available. Although there are better alternatives, it's worth looking at this one.

Story:

First off, I have to say that this is one of the best story novel I have played. The story is written well, the characters are fun and engaging, and how the story was narrated is simply superb. There are quite a few laughable jokes, funny and wholesome moments, emotional scenes that might put you into tears, I just can't give enough praise that it deserves. The length of the story itself isn't very long but the the amount of branches or paths it has to offer and over 10 different endings really made up for it.

Deep-diving into the branches of the story, it was really well done. I really enjoyed exploring each one of them. Each L.I. has her own path, backstory, and respective ending, and if you play it right, it is also possible to end up with multiple women. I also liked that they also have L.I. that are 'exclusive,' where she isn't the type to share her man with other girls. I personally enjoyed being on a single path rather than multiple directions for a throuple/harem. Perhaps it's just me, but I feel like spending time with them individually rather than in a group is much nicer and more romantic.

One issue that I personally have with the story is the pacing. There are times that I think the story progresses a little fast, like in a college for example. I wish they put a little more work with this part, showing the MC spends a more time in college like hanging out with friends or have more interactions with his girls. Speaking of girls, I think they fell in love with the MC way to quickly as well regardless of whom you're with. I wish they could have developed the relationship a little steady pacing. For instance, you got to bang your girl after your first date at a nightclub for passing the 'test'.

As for the endings, it was really well-executed, some might find it a little too long, but for me, it was simply rich and beautiful. I have yet to experience all the climaxes but after experienced the endings with girls of my interest, I can say it was simply masterpiece. They really put a lot of work to the endings of the game, there are ones that was simply dream-like, ones that were emotional, and ones that were wholesome and fulfilling.

Characters:

The characters in the games are all great and special in their own way. They are all different not just from their look, but their trait, personality, quality, and the devs really nailed on how they were displayed.

I will only highlight a few characters as I have not experienced with all of them yet. (I might edit this after I explored their path and ending)

Started off with the MC, who had traumatic past and trying to get over it by moving to a new city. He is overall a nice guy, good sense of humour, goofy sometimes, and always trying his best for everyone around him (besides in bed of course).

Zenda, the first girl I went for on my first playthrough. She is a girl every guy could dreams of. You would think a girl like her would look down on you and brag about her daddy's wealth. But no, despite being from wealthy family, she never once act spoiled, entitled, bitchy, or bossy. She would spoil YOU instead during your dates with her, bringing you to expensive restaurants, buying you designer clothes and tailored suits, hell she even would fly you out on private jet! It could not get any better than that. Even when the MC in deep trouble, she would still help in every way she can instead of leaving him hanging. And lastly, the ending with her was just dream-like. Travelling around the world, getting married, her parents approved of you, and expecting a child on the way. (and still being rich)

Valeria, she is a definition of don't judge a book by it's cover. Even my first impression of her was a turndown with her offering a free sex. But after replaying the game and exploring her path, I was wrong. She has some of the saddest backstory I have ever heard. The loss of her daughter at such a very young age and the aftermath of the tragedy, trying to relate to MC tragic past witnessing a murder of his father's colleague and his father barely survived. It nearly brought me down to tears. The closing chapter with her was a roller coaster of emotions. With him still being a witness protection, the MC cannot remain in the city with Valeria, thus having to move out, leaving Valeria with a child expecting soon. Several months passed, the MC finally heard a news from Valeria that their child is born and she named her Shelby after MC old name. It wasn't until few years later that the MC finally heard a good news that he can finally reunite with his girlfriend and meet his daughter. And they soon got married after and finally lived happily as a family.

Sound Score and Music:

There wasn't much of a sound effect in it but the soundtracks and the songs in this are definitely nice. There's so many songs and soundtrack you hear that's didn't feel repetitive and boring and the songs and soundtracks they chose really suited vibe, ambiance, and the scenes they want to capture.

Graphics and display:

The graphics was simply top-notch. It was very detailed especially when up close and the backgrounds are not bad as well, the tone was set right, the lighting's great, and the romantic scenes are just nice.

Conclusion:

Overall, this is a great game I seriously would recommend. The multiple directions of the story to explore with varied endings to discover is really something to enjoy especially when the endings are done well and felt satisfying.

This is like the definition of a 4.5 out of 5 stars game. The LIs are all very well done with distinct personalities, the renders gradually become some of the best I've seen, and the sex scenes last much longer than usual. The harem route was a pleasant surprise in that the LIs actually interacted with each other and had solid relationships. Zenda and Val having solo paths make sense.

At the same time, there's plenty of issues with the story itself. The plot had potential, but felt more like an afterthought and offered nothing interesting in the end. The tragedy the MC experiences doesn't seem to have any effect beyond a few conversations, and the climax of the story is incredibly ridiculous and cringe. The writing ranges from sweet and funny to mediocre and lazy: in the harem route the characters probably say "I love you" to each other more than a hundred times. The relationships between the characters had an odd pace as well, going from friends to soul mates in the blink of an eye.

All in all though, it was a solid game with a good conclusion. It didn't overstay it's welcome so I liked the length as well, even if the pacing was odd.

This game has probably the best looking renders I have ever seen.

The story is ok but it gets rushed a bit towards the end.

Aside from the quality of the model what makes this game several steps above average is the music and the characters, they're all fleshed out, memorable and have their own personalities. The fact that you're not supposed to romance everyone at the same time makes sense exactly because of that.

Play it.

TLDR: Interesting narrative, great renders, memorable characters, and a fresh look into harem/polycule dynamics, hindered by a few pacing issues in the later chapters.

I primarily play harem games and I really wish more games venture into the relationship dynamics portrayed in this game.

Most harems have the MC juggle solo scenes between his love interests and the occasional FFM+ scenes, but most LIs in other games don't do much more than take turns with the MC.

The MASH ending, while not for everyone, is honestly enough for me to give it 5 stars.

All these women are part of the relationship with the MC AND each other. They don't stop existing when the MC is not around, and will fool around with the other LIs in the relationship. It's refreshing and makes the characters feel more alive, and I hope more harem games do this.

Maybe some might not like that dynamic because they don't like sharing, but how is four women making out with each other in front of you not a massive turn on? Now if there was another dude in the relationship, i'd understand not wanting to share.

Obviously, it depends on the LIs and how they're written and their narrative sexuality, but I definitely think more games should venture into this space.

The solo endings are good as well, but any of the endings that aren't exclusively solo are a treat because of the points said above.

My main criticism of this game would be the pacing. It definitely doesn't drag on like other games that just have lots of monologues, but there are times things move too fast. Hopefully the dev's future game improves on this front, keeping scenes memorable, preserving the passage of time for realism, but not cutting interesting plot points short.

Also, Heidi as a character is amazing. Both in looks and personality, she's practically the glue that keeps any of the relationships involving her stuck together, beyond just the MC's massive dong.

The last two chapters is probably the best ending ever, other developers take note! This VN has some great love interest and great lewd scenes. The romance is top tier too, the negative is probably that the plot is weak and very uninteresting. Just stayed for the girls. Val and Heidi is wifey

This game's worth the 5 stars. Genuinely the hottest and prettiest girls I've ever seen in an AVN. The variety of scenes were great and the number of routes and ending were awesome. 10/10 would reccomend.

This has to be the best AVN I've ever played. I've played every route multiple times and I'm gonna play it again after I finish writing this review. The story is solid and consistent, with dialog that makes sense grammatically. The renders are top quality, girls are hot, and there's plenty of banging to do. The music is nice, but songs with lyrics can be a bit distracting. Not enough of a problem to lose a star.

Some of the LIs are solo only, but it makes sense with their character and I really appreciate that.
Heidi and Athena being a package deal makes sense, and Mora being open to experimenting with the group works based on her previous relationship experience. Adding Sadie is fine because she doesn't care about who you're with, she just wants to be with you. Zenda and Val being solo only is a great move IMO, it makes a statement about the type of person they are and adds depth to the game. Not everything can be a giant orgy fuckfest.

5/5 would give it a 6 if I could

Graphics are very good, girls are beautiful, the multiple choices are good but sometimes you have to save beforce choosing, I could go in the wrong direction which you were not attending to. I played though it ones but after it I dont wont to go back to and play it again. Story is OK, But after one playthrough I deleted it. 4 of 5 stars

I was about to complain bout MC being a major pussy, awkward dialogue and abundance of small talk, but these are nothing in comparison to this games nebulous choice system. It seems fine until the end, but then you realize that paths aren't flexible. So I was openly in a relationship with Heidi, Athena and Sadie and because I didn't have some variable from several hours of reading ago checked, the game thinks that I'm on a Sadie solo path and SIMPLY FORGETS about Heidi's and Athena's entire existence. I kid you not, I literally went on romantic dates with both of them at the end of fourth chapter while mutually confessing our feelings for one another and then as soon as the fifth chapter begins - it's like they were never there, literally vanished. Oh and remember that It says on the front page that you can only have four women at the same time? Well you don't get to pick. Those are 4 very specific ones and you get their ending if the stars align and you pick every correct choice along the way, otherwise at some point Thanos might just flip his fingers and erase some of them from the spacetime.

Otherwise the game is fine. Sex scenes range from alright to well-done. Soundtrack is serviceable, even tho I mostly played muted. Girls are good, but the story is short so there isn't much development. I'd probably rate 4/5 if I actually got to pick myself who to stay with.

Very good VN
With great visuals and good soundtrack and great story
I liked MC and i found most of LIs beautiful and interesting characters with well written personal stories and unique characteristics.
Personally at first i liked Heidi,
but Later i really loved Sadie and i couldn't choose any other ending without Sadie in it.
So run the Throuple ending (MC/Heide/Sadie) first and later their 2 solo endings.
Finally i also played the Harem ending with Sadie/Heide/Mora/Athena)

I found the Sadie solo ending better than the Heide ending , and Throuple ending was very good too
Basically between those 4 endings i would choose
1)Sadie ending (the most romantic ending in my opinion)

2)Throuple ending (the only reason put this 2nd above harem ending is that i like less people in a relationship)
The only thing i didn't like in the throuple was that in my opinion the first time/night of Sadie should have been like the night of her solo ending ...in my opinion MC should had said that he wanted a 1vs1 night with sadie for her first time
(or sadie said it) basically like what Athena said to Heide, that she wanted her first time with mc to be without Heide
and then in the future they could have another night with threesome with Heide because even on the harem path Sadie first night was only with MC......
moreover Heide was all over Sadie that night lmao she probably kissed Sadie much more times than MC did it was litle annoying to me.
So if Sadie first time was alone with MC it would have been a perfect throuple ending for me.

3)Harem ending aka Heide wet dream.... also its not the usual harem.. its more of poly/open relationship of 5 people than a traditional harem and personally i would have find it better if for example Mora and Sadie remained strictly heterosexual and just shared the MC but that's my personal preference...

4)Heide ending it wasn't bad ending but after i saw the mother of Heide i understand how Heide became like this lmao

On the other hand
Athena was very well created LI although i didn't like her style (too many tattoos and piercings for my taste) but she was great girl overall.
But also the movie night with Athena and Heide pissed me off... i canceled my date with Zenda and they left me watching a movie so they can have fun.. and also left the door open on purpose so i can see them srsly im not a voyeur not i liked to play their games so i choose to go in my room even if i lost points doing so.
But the annoying thing is if
Mora was a cute redhead next girl door LI and she also was dnd player which is plus for me and if there was a Mora/Sadie Throuple ending i would have played it.
Zenda wasnt of my taste so i didnt play her story.

Finaly personally i would have liked to see more throuples and i would love to see some of them not to have lesbian content content and just share the MC for example Mora/Sadie Throuple ending in which they both share MC but stay heterosexual it could have been possible and nice additional ending

On the other hand one more possible Throuple would have been Athena/Sadie/MC ending and i feel that Athena had better chemistry with Saddie and MC than Heide had and she also have a incest fetish lmao so maybe it would have been a better throuple ending..

Finally i cant believe that there wasn't a Saddie/Heide/Athena ending but was a Mora/Heide/Athena ending.

In conclude it was a very enjoyable VN and i highly recommended it

First and foremost this game was not my cup of tea so there's that, None of the girls really interested me, I rejected the "lesbians" and everyone who was straight up "hello lets go and fuck", I rejected the girl who was playing games wanting to be chased while she entertained other dudes on our "date", the few others weren't visually appealing, not that the other LI's was either really so I ended up pursuing none .

Besides this letdown I did not really like the dialogues nor the story even tough the story itself was decent for this type of game I guess,
i simply felt no interest in it after most girls just spewed sexual innuendos or wanted to bang straight away so it all felt rather forced and lacked imagination.

The animations however was pretty good overall (I skipped past story on replay to see afew)

All in all it gets a 3/5 and concidering that the quality of LI and dialogue/story is what matters most for me that's a pretty generous rating.

This is one of the best VNs I've ever played.
The women are good looking, with different backgrounds and personalities.
The graphics are great, as are the animations. The sex scenes are varied, which is also appreciated. The music is also very nice.
The icing on the cake is the variety of possible endings (11 in total!).

The only quibble is the lack of sound effects.

Anyway, highly recommended!

Genuinely one of the best VNs around at the moment. There are probably only 2 or 3 I'd consider to be better.

The characters all felt real. I've only done one playthrough but I decided on the "MASH" ending (Mora, Athena, Sadie, Heidi) as it had the most characters to interact with.

• Heidi is just completely adorable from the start.
• Athena has this hard exterior at the start but softens until she's just as cute as Heidi. She's also quite shy which you wouldn't think by looking at her, which is a nice subversion of expectations.
• Mora felt extremely real with very real problems that have to be dealt with.
• Heidi started in a very interesting place. She's not in the best of shape and that's not something you typically see from a love interest.

The only downside I really have is how willing Mora and Sadie are willing to jump into a relationship with Athena and Heidi. The latter two are already established to be into women, while Mora and Sadie are not. Mora basically jumps right in despite being shy, and Sadie doesn't hesitate at all. There are some time jumps in the story so perhaps this could explain any missing elements but it would have been nice to see.

The models, renders, and animations are all superb. Again, some of the best I've ever seen.

There are 11 endings in the game so there's a lot of replayability.

Easily one of the best VN games out there. CG is decent, story is good, but most importantly it's just a great feel-good game. None of that NTR, cucking, depression inducing stuff, as is popular to add to certain game. Kinda shame there's no option for harem, at least as far as I can tell, but still, if all the VN games out there, it's definitely in the top. Highly recommend. The only real downside is the Android port: textbox takes up like half the screen and font is god damn awful. Ability to switch fonts would easily make this a 10/10 game.

Truly a masterpiece from the writing to the deign of the characters to their personalities building up it was a pleasure to be able to play this.
Thanks to everyone that made this game possible looking further for the next projects.

For me, the most important thing in a game is the story, and I can't say I liked this game's story very much. Of course, I don't expect a Disco Elysium-level scenario in adult games, but I do expect a low level of logical inconsistencies. Two things in this game bothered me a lot. I will write about them with spoilers.


After the second logical inconsistency, I stopped following the game's story and skipped most of the dialogues. I really liked the women's appearances and personalities; they were among the best I've played so far. Heidi, in particular, was very beautiful. However, I can't say I liked the animations very much. As I mentioned above, the story is the most important thing in a game for me. Since I didn't like the animations either, I can give this game at most two stars. This is the maximum rating I can give to a game where I only liked the characters' appearances.

Really good story and all the women are beautiful. Most of the solo endings were satisfying. Where it lost a star for me was the Harem portion of this, I'm not really into lesbian/Bi content and in the Harem portion it turns into more of a Poly relationship than a Harem. Everybody loves everybody just doesn't do it for me. And i love Harem stories and the Harem in this story was disappointing to me. So if your into Harem without the everybody loves everybody i don't recommend but if you don't care for harem stories or you don't mind the Lesbian/Bi everybody loves everybody type relationships or you like doing solo runs then this one is for you.

Just finish this game today, a solid 4/5 for me.

+ Girls are beautiful, although you dont get much background on them, they fall in love quite fast, no in depth complex personality, pretty straight forward tbh, nothing is force, u can reject every girls ,be single all you want and get 0 content if you choose to do so.

+ The story, its .. decent, quite simple actually, ,MC and the girls did go to college, but there are like 0 college content, there aint much to see outside of a few activity with each girls, then sex, then some crucial choices, and so on, there are many plot point that could defintiely be expand on.

+The game throw important choices at you at a really fast pace,constantly, certain decision early on Ep 2 could even lock u out of the Harem of 4 aka MASH path, so Walkthrough mod (Sancho) is recommended. The entire major upheaval past thing? mention a couple of time, then final confrontation at the start of Ep 5, and it wrap up real quick too. Someone from the past come back ? your cousin,1 small talk, 2 gym workout ,1 massage session and a cup of coffee, if you choose to, boom, LI, she aint gonna do anything to mess up MC new life.

+ Even with 11 path,its still a short length game -with only 5 episode ,i play through a couple of solo path by accident, then MASH, then duo path, not much different in term of story in the early chapter (except when u pick Zenda, she have quite a few extra exclusive scene, and she's solo path only). Around chapter 4 and 5 is when u gonna see different scenes/renders for each path, MASH definitely got the most content out of all path.

+Pregnancy tag, when u technically impregnant Heidi , Sadie, Valerie (even on MASH path) , u only get text and then the game end shortly after, with a little secret scene if u choose to fulfill Val request but didnt pick her path, there aint gonna be any visual pregnant belly on the girls, no preggo sex scene or anything like that. Incest is for Sadie-the cousin, MC's mom are mention like twice, no name, no face or anything.

+Animation are great, especially from mid game onwards, high quality, smooth, good camera/angle, take a couple of clicks to switch position or new angle, but it long enough to be enjoyable, especially on the five-some scene.

- Overall ,Its a good game with happy ending that is satisfying enough, beside from the harem, the game is quite simple in terms of story and the sex is pretty much vanilla , no kinks ,not much crazy stuff happen, beside from that minor Mafia pack, it leaves you slightly disappoint and wanted more, even though the game is quite short, i would definitely recommended it.

Short version: Entertaining narrative but gets caught up in it's dialogue, solid renders and good attention to characters. 4/5

A bit dialogue heavy at the beginning, cleaner in the middle chapters, and tapers off with some inconsistency at the end of chapters. There were points it didn't quite line up causing me to rewind and see if i missed something.

Played through 4 of the 11? endings. The endings are a bit lighter on the dialogue, which weirdly made them feel a bit out of place from the rest. Was good to see solid attention paid to all of the characters.

Solid, well lit DAZ renders. Nothing stands out as something to nitpick that I wouldn't blame on DAZ myself.