VN - Ren'Py - Zero End [v0.2.4d] [StolenRose]

Pleasantly Surprised with this one.
Renders and Lighting really fit the mood of the story.

Ain't gonna lie... I went into the game with the expectation that I wasn't going to like it, and that it may be "trying to hard".

I was wrong, enjoyed it, and was slightly disappointed when the current version ended as it left me wanting more.

Its probably a niche within a niche, but that is a breath of fresh air vs all the "18 year old x family member died so I will build a harem with my 25" penis"

The only thing that is really disappointing is that there are a few folks that might skip the game just because that can't change the MC's name.

You my friends, are REALLY missing out.

Give this one a shot, methinks it is going to be an awesome ride.

The story is by far the most interesting one I've read in some time. Character designs are great and the amount of content is satisfying for a first release. Even in the first release dev managed to install some sense of mystery into the story. The choices could have slightly more effect on the story though.
Godspeed Dev

This looks like it has a lot of potential. The story semms to be very interesting of course this is only v.0.1 but i think this game has already captured me.
I really like the eerie and dark setting the foreshadowed mysteries and the magic. It looks really interesting and well written. There is quite the number of stats so well see how that will really play out. So far it looks nice with the choices giving you experince points on certain stats. It will be interesting to see if you will have to really try and pick the right choices to focus on certain stats or if you can just go with the flow.
The renders look nice and the music and sound is really well chosen. Im looking forward to seeing more its definetly worth playing.

Really good start.
Good, unique renders. The grammar and English is readable for sure no engrish which is nice. The Dialogue is good so far nothing super cringe nothing hbo worthy though. Story seems interesting so far, it's early days but its setting up a mystery so we'll have to see later.. Probably going to be more romance then harem so if you're into that check it out.

One of the better starts to a game here (v 0.0.1c). The MC is edgy/serious without taking himself too seriously. His design is one of the few I find not douche looking, though that will depend on tastes I suppose.

The females all seem unique both in design (aren’t your standard Daz designs) and character development. This is clearly not intended to be a harem game, not sure if there will be any combo routes or not. And hopefully no more LIs are introduced as 4 to 6 is more than enough.

The writing is good, with great pacing, style, and it’s very readable English.

The plot is interesting though not groundbreaking. It’s a good mix of mysterious MC background, ex love interest possibly, magic—seems a world where many know there is magic but it also seems hidden from many and the setting is college where dark things are happening. The only stretch for me is getting the MC go to a school he didn’t even apply for or seem interested in. I get that he’s curious but idk; it’s like being a female at an airbnb agreeing to share it with an unknown man, who does that?

Not sure it’s fair to compare yet but I got vibes of Summer’s Gone but with magical and darker world (this is good imo).

Overall I’d say a 4.5 start, but rounding to 5 for a change rather than down like I normally do.

Reviewed the initial release, v0.0.1c

Excellent beginning. Very interesting and engaging story. Not too much wordy exposition. Just enough writing to get across the story. Graphics are very good. No real animation but that doesn't detract from the VN too much. Interesting characters. Lots of intrigue and mystery. Looking forward to an update.

Updated review version 0.0.02c
The author does not disappoint with this update. Every bit as good as the original.

Off to a good start. Characters are unique looking so dont expect to see someone similar from another game. Lots of music that pair well with whats happening, really adds to the immersion. Plot is well done and vey intriguing, lot of choices to be made and paths being set up and the girls so far are really nice. MC doesnt look weird or anything too. For a first release, I was very impressed. Looking forward to more.