I'm in the middle of playing it and I just wanted to say that I love the atmosphere of the game. Few visual novel creators put much work into the visuals and presentation of the game but it really helps sell the eerie vibe and makes it feel like not just another Renpy game. Thanks!
omgggg just played through all the routes and i am OBSESSED <3
just out of curiosity if we select the option to have black abstain from eating, is there any way to alter the romance scene? or does it remain the same with MC leaving to go home no matter what?
Yeah, the romance scene is inaccessible deliberately because he'd be so hungry he would just eat the MC. (It's not the best situation, I know, but this choice will get explored more in future updates.)
the whole game gives me a SallyFace vibe somehow,and Black ABSOLUTELY STOLE MY HEART!!! I'm absolutely going to make a fanart of him and maybe one of Crux bc his desing is just chef's kiss,muah muah! Can't wait for the whole game to launch,i'll probably binge play it.... AAAANYWAYS,i'm just in love the vibe and the whole art of the game,the plot is good and familiar in a good way,you can really get lost in the demo world without notice....
Not gonna lie, Crux absolutely captured my heart, but i love these 3 characters in general, i only finished his demo route and i still have the other 2 to do as well but i already like them and i'm excited.
This game is BEAUTIFUL, man the art had my attention for sure, i was looking at every little detail of the characters and backgrounds, it's so refreshing and not hard on the eyes at all. The voice acting is absolutely AMAZING and had me shocked with how good they delivered their lines. Their voices definitely fit them as well and i had to go back a couple of times just to hear them again lol. I love the character designs and their personalities, it's so fun to pick different options and see the information you can learn from them, the lore for this is already so interesting and very good, i honestly can't wait to see more. BONUS: Crux definitely had me laughing a lot.
SPOILER: i loved when it said she'll remember this. i love when games have that aspect and i have yet to play another visual novel that has that, only saw it in games like life is strange. :3
I subbed to the patreon just to be able to support the creators, i wanna do so much more supporting (and i will) for this game because I feel like they definitely deserve it and i can see the effort and hard work that's being put in.
To end this off, i recommend this game! Give it a try, you can save your favorite for last or play them first, you could also save in between and go through the different routes. The fun i had sharing screenshots to my friends of the game and talking about it was on a different level with everything i've recently played, I really am excited to see the growth of this game and continue to support the creators as they continue developing it. It's one of the first games in awhile that had me wanting to throw my money to support it. I appreciate the hard work you guys are putting in, thank you to everyone on the team. <3
Just coming back here after subbing to the Patreon because--wow, it's worth it!
From the prologue to the developing chapters, the plot is fresh and perfect for a VN. There's mystery, defined worldbuilding, and events that progress the plot, but as the player I never felt as though I was being pushed into a specific route or playing style. There's plenty of room to breathe in this game. So far the game strikes a good balance of choices and actions the player can take so that it doesn't feel like a point and click novel, which I really appreciate!
I am a budding horror fan but a lifelong urban fantasy lover. The suspense and magic of the world is actually thrilling and I enjoy the ever increasing stakes as the game progresses. The various pulp horror tropes are played up to VN-appropriate levels and the characters are all totally believable in their actions and dialogue.
And....the ART. CHEF'S KISS. The three love interests are beautiful, duh, but all of the side characters are so fleshed out and detailed! All of the art assets in the game look so intentional and cohesive, nothing looks rushed or out of place. I really like the subtle changes in the sprites' expressions and clothing.
The voice acting??? 10/10. Every line is delivered in a way that sounds natural and the voices really fit the characters. I was pleasantly surprised to hear partial voice acting given that the game is pretty much just 1/3-ish of the way done, but I'm super happy about it.
I straight up expected this to be a major indie developer or something, the quality is that good. This game ticks all of the boxes for me: urban fantasy, horror, romance, hot toxic male leads, customization, amazing OST and voice acting, gorgeous visuals....
I know game development is time consuming and something this special takes a lot of work. I will be very happily replaying the demos as they come out and subbing to the Patreon because...wow. Thank you for this game.
Only a large game experience protected me from becoming addicted of this game. This is a very refreshing and story almost amazes with different opportunities.
But I got an "An exception has occurred." error after clicking Asha's journal entry (right after the "Next Day" part in Black's route after going to Hana's meeting in the gymnasium). Haven't yet tried it at other times as I think this is the first time the entry is there for me.)
I do have a screenshot and have replicated it a few times in case that's helpful!
THIS IS DELICIOUS SOUP HOLY MOLY, THE ART AND MUSIC IS AMAZING AND IT JUST LEAVES YA WANTING MORE! i’m super excited for once this finishes keep up the spectacular work!!!!! 10000000000000000000000000000000000000/10 would recommend
for some reason the newest update wont open on my pc :( like it wants to open, but doesnt actually. ive tried both windows and pc since i do run windows 11
I'm still waiting for my programmer to get back to me on follow-up questions, but just to clarify... you downloaded the new update, clicked the Reanimated Heart icon in the folder, and it just doesn't load?
yeah basically! I have deleted and redownload it, it wasnts to open since file explorer slightly fades then it doesnt open. The older versions, however, open. I think its something wrong with the current build unfortunately. If you'd like I can link a screen recording of it!
That's very odd. You're the 1st person that had this complaint, and just with this update, so it must be something that was implemented with the new code that's incompatible with your computer (either it's the new Ren'Py version or something we added in). I also use Windows 11, so it's not that. We'll keep checking.
We're working on an Android release right now, so you can wait for that if you have an Android.
In the meantime, if you'd like to play it and help me troubleshoot it, can you contact me via email [reanimatedheartdrive@gmail.com] or Discord [brokemycrown]? Please identify yourself with your itch username when you do. Thank you! :)
OK I GOT A FIX!! Basically i usually never extract using other file openers (I just extract it with the extract all after a right click) but I extracted it thru winrar and it worked!! Tysm for taking the time to try and help me :)
Checking the last updated date every single day like it's the bible, the day it says 'released' in the description is the day I leave my inferior mortal form behind and ascend into another reality
I WANT TO RIP MY BRAIN OUT RIGHT NOW, I LOVE THIS DEMO TOO MUCH!!! I had the game downloaded a few months ago and hadn't played it because I forgot about it, now I decided to play it and god...I REGRET NOT PLAYING IT BEFORE , I WANT MORE, I WANT MORE!!!! i need Black and Vincenzo content so bad ::;
THIS GAME IS SO, SO GOOD. The art style is beautiful, its very well-written, and the story is so interesting! I really appreciate that you can customize the MC!! The voice acting is so on point too and fits them so well. BUT THE CHARACTERS MAKE THIS GAME SHINE EVEN BRIGHTER. I love each one of them. But i have to say that Crux has me on a leash.... (he is probably into that from what i can tell, yeah)
I cant wait for more (but i will, very patiently) and i hope everything goes well with the game development and that you stay safe and healthy!
So, after Crux helps on with the muties, in the chat with Grete, the game simply crashes or bring me to the initial menu. Before it, i had no issues with the game
Just got fully depro seeing how great this game seems and tht because my dumbass broke my laptop i cant play it and it has no android option 😔 looks great regardless so well done!
I love it making my character fully <3 love it >3> My cute male mc <3 and the love the guys you can romance . Are amazing I love black and Vin >3> they are gorgeous and are there going to be NSFW <3? would love that XD
The plan is to have fully detailed sexual scenes eventually (but they can be entirely skippable). I explain this in the game description. Just go with the ones you want to see there!
I'm not entirely sure what you mean by "beige skin" since google is giving me different results. There are light tan ones.
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I'm in the middle of playing it and I just wanted to say that I love the atmosphere of the game. Few visual novel creators put much work into the visuals and presentation of the game but it really helps sell the eerie vibe and makes it feel like not just another Renpy game. Thanks!
Am I unstable for liking vincenzo? (maybe)
omgggg just played through all the routes and i am OBSESSED <3
just out of curiosity if we select the option to have black abstain from eating, is there any way to alter the romance scene? or does it remain the same with MC leaving to go home no matter what?
looking forward to the next update!
Thank you!!
Yeah, the romance scene is inaccessible deliberately because he'd be so hungry he would just eat the MC. (It's not the best situation, I know, but this choice will get explored more in future updates.)
Why do all the men look like women?
I like them that way?
the whole game gives me a SallyFace vibe somehow,and Black ABSOLUTELY STOLE MY HEART!!!
I'm absolutely going to make a fanart of him and maybe one of Crux bc his desing is just chef's kiss,muah muah!
Can't wait for the whole game to launch,i'll probably binge play it....
AAAANYWAYS,i'm just in love the vibe and the whole art of the game,the plot is good and familiar in a good way,you can really get lost in the demo world without notice....
please bite me, black
Didn't realize this was just a demo I'm sobbing please Crux is so fine😭
I'm having trouble remembering how to spell Vincenzo's name, so I decided to just call him daddy instead
Not gonna lie, Crux absolutely captured my heart, but i love these 3 characters in general, i only finished his demo route and i still have the other 2 to do as well but i already like them and i'm excited.
This game is BEAUTIFUL, man the art had my attention for sure, i was looking at every little detail of the characters and backgrounds, it's so refreshing and not hard on the eyes at all. The voice acting is absolutely AMAZING and had me shocked with how good they delivered their lines. Their voices definitely fit them as well and i had to go back a couple of times just to hear them again lol.
I love the character designs and their personalities, it's so fun to pick different options and see the information you can learn from them, the lore for this is already so interesting and very good, i honestly can't wait to see more. BONUS: Crux definitely had me laughing a lot.
SPOILER:
i loved when it said she'll remember this.i love when games have that aspect and i have yet to play another visual novel that has that, only saw it in games like life is strange. :3I subbed to the patreon just to be able to support the creators, i wanna do so much more supporting (and i will) for this game because I feel like they definitely deserve it and i can see the effort and hard work that's being put in.
To end this off, i recommend this game! Give it a try, you can save your favorite for last or play them first, you could also save in between and go through the different routes. The fun i had sharing screenshots to my friends of the game and talking about it was on a different level with everything i've recently played, I really am excited to see the growth of this game and continue to support the creators as they continue developing it. It's one of the first games in awhile that had me wanting to throw my money to support it.
I appreciate the hard work you guys are putting in, thank you to everyone on the team. <3
Very happy this lovely review is the page's official 69th comment
this looks like it could go somewhere really cool! looking forward to future updates. <3
Just coming back here after subbing to the Patreon because--wow, it's worth it!
From the prologue to the developing chapters, the plot is fresh and perfect for a VN. There's mystery, defined worldbuilding, and events that progress the plot, but as the player I never felt as though I was being pushed into a specific route or playing style. There's plenty of room to breathe in this game. So far the game strikes a good balance of choices and actions the player can take so that it doesn't feel like a point and click novel, which I really appreciate!
I am a budding horror fan but a lifelong urban fantasy lover. The suspense and magic of the world is actually thrilling and I enjoy the ever increasing stakes as the game progresses. The various pulp horror tropes are played up to VN-appropriate levels and the characters are all totally believable in their actions and dialogue.
And....the ART. CHEF'S KISS. The three love interests are beautiful, duh, but all of the side characters are so fleshed out and detailed! All of the art assets in the game look so intentional and cohesive, nothing looks rushed or out of place. I really like the subtle changes in the sprites' expressions and clothing.
The voice acting??? 10/10. Every line is delivered in a way that sounds natural and the voices really fit the characters. I was pleasantly surprised to hear partial voice acting given that the game is pretty much just 1/3-ish of the way done, but I'm super happy about it.
I straight up expected this to be a major indie developer or something, the quality is that good. This game ticks all of the boxes for me: urban fantasy, horror, romance, hot toxic male leads, customization, amazing OST and voice acting, gorgeous visuals....
I know game development is time consuming and something this special takes a lot of work. I will be very happily replaying the demos as they come out and subbing to the Patreon because...wow. Thank you for this game.
Only a large game experience protected me from becoming addicted of this game. This is a very refreshing and story almost amazes with different opportunities.
Ngl hot af
i am in love with the mood you set with this demo, the music, the characters... the full game is going to be amazing!! i look forward to buying it:)
Damnnn I haven’t played yet but I have to say I’m in love with the art style and wondering what will come from this story <3
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Enjoying so far! :)
But I got an "An exception has occurred." error after clicking Asha's journal entry (right after the "Next Day" part in Black's route after going to Hana's meeting in the gymnasium). Haven't yet tried it at other times as I think this is the first time the entry is there for me.)
I do have a screenshot and have replicated it a few times in case that's helpful!
Thank you for letting me know! The journal entries aren't as fleshed out as the rest of the game, so I'll see if I can polish them up next update.
THIS IS DELICIOUS SOUP HOLY MOLY, THE ART AND MUSIC IS AMAZING AND IT JUST LEAVES YA WANTING MORE! i’m super excited for once this finishes keep up the spectacular work!!!!! 10000000000000000000000000000000000000/10 would recommend
hello jack can I offer my soul in trade for this game's completion thank you
It will be completed! Just... very slowly. ;) I am but one person!
the new update doesnt work on my mac so i cant play the game sadly :(
Can you describe what kind of error you're getting?
for some reason the newest update wont open on my pc :( like it wants to open, but doesnt actually. ive tried both windows and pc since i do run windows 11
I'm still waiting for my programmer to get back to me on follow-up questions, but just to clarify... you downloaded the new update, clicked the Reanimated Heart icon in the folder, and it just doesn't load?
yeah basically! I have deleted and redownload it, it wasnts to open since file explorer slightly fades then it doesnt open. The older versions, however, open. I think its something wrong with the current build unfortunately. If you'd like I can link a screen recording of it!
That's very odd. You're the 1st person that had this complaint, and just with this update, so it must be something that was implemented with the new code that's incompatible with your computer (either it's the new Ren'Py version or something we added in). I also use Windows 11, so it's not that. We'll keep checking.
We're working on an Android release right now, so you can wait for that if you have an Android.
In the meantime, if you'd like to play it and help me troubleshoot it, can you contact me via email [reanimatedheartdrive@gmail.com] or Discord [brokemycrown]? Please identify yourself with your itch username when you do. Thank you! :)
OK I GOT A FIX!! Basically i usually never extract using other file openers (I just extract it with the extract all after a right click) but I extracted it thru winrar and it worked!! Tysm for taking the time to try and help me :)
Oh, that's fantastic to hear!! :D
Checking the last updated date every single day like it's the bible, the day it says 'released' in the description is the day I leave my inferior mortal form behind and ascend into another reality
OH MY GOD OH MY GOD OH MY LORD THAT GAME IS SO GOOD i cant its so good im so in love with crux I JUST CANT WAIT FOR THE FULL RELEASE I LOVE CRUX
The doctors have informed me that I need the Black route to be finished as soon as possible so i can play it to avoid certain and unavoidable death
looks interesting, but no female love interests... :(
just pretend crux is a girl trust me its worth
it doesn't work like that lol
yes it does
I WANT TO RIP MY BRAIN OUT RIGHT NOW, I LOVE THIS DEMO TOO MUCH!!! I had the game downloaded a few months ago and hadn't played it because I forgot about it, now I decided to play it and god...I REGRET NOT PLAYING IT BEFORE , I WANT MORE, I WANT MORE!!!! i need Black and Vincenzo content so bad ::;
i can't stop replaying through this game, everything abt it has me hooked. The aesthetics, plot and love interests omgg im so in love!!
are you still working on the game bec i love it!!!
I CANT WAIT FOR THE NSFW HEHE
Yes, I totally am! Hopefully next update is on December or January :3
THANK YOUUU BBG ;)
oooh I really really liked this,will we have male body options later on or is mc meant to be female/non bin?
The MC can be male/female/nb! I think the male MC is a bit androgynous looking by default, just for convenience's sake
oh cuz the chest looked funny, maybe it's just the shape of the shirts
Hey it says that it's compatible with Android but how do I play reanimated heart on Android?
Oh... It's not. I must've made a mistake ticking the boxes, sorry.
We're still looking into mobile compatibility!
ohh I see, still it seems like a great game and I can't wait to play it in the future!
THIS GAME IS SO, SO GOOD. The art style is beautiful, its very well-written, and the story is so interesting! I really appreciate that you can customize the MC!! The voice acting is so on point too and fits them so well. BUT THE CHARACTERS MAKE THIS GAME SHINE EVEN BRIGHTER. I love each one of them. But i have to say that Crux has me on a leash.... (he is probably into that from what i can tell, yeah)
I cant wait for more (but i will, very patiently) and i hope everything goes well with the game development and that you stay safe and healthy!
Last but not least, THANK YOU for the game <3
this literally has me kicking and screaming for the next update, the art the characters, the lore, has me patiently waiting 4 more
So, after Crux helps on with the muties, in the chat with Grete, the game simply crashes or bring me to the initial menu. Before it, i had no issues with the game
Oh, that's where the demo ends! Sorry, I must've forgotten to put the "end demo" dialogue box
Oop, it's ok! that's great lol, i was scared about it being an error that wouldn't let me play, glad to hear it
No worries! Thank you for thinking to comment, because we're always on the look out for bugs :)
Monster boyfriends go brrrr
good art games kinda borin tho
Just got fully depro seeing how great this game seems and tht because my dumbass broke my laptop i cant play it and it has no android option 😔 looks great regardless so well done!
It's happened, I'm fantasizing over a game character. This has only occurred once before now. Crux has captivated me completely.
I love it making my character fully <3 love it >3> My cute male mc <3 and the love the guys you can romance . Are amazing I love black and Vin >3> they are gorgeous and are there going to be NSFW <3? would love that XD
Yes, they will be NSFW scenes, so watch out for that in the future ;)
>////< haha good thank you so much for working so hard on this I love it >3> yes we humans have dirty minds yes?:D
is choosing mc's biological sex really necessary?
also there's no beige skin option which is a bummer
The plan is to have fully detailed sexual scenes eventually (but they can be entirely skippable). I explain this in the game description. Just go with the ones you want to see there!
I'm not entirely sure what you mean by "beige skin" since google is giving me different results. There are light tan ones.
there seem to be a problem with the new update file, can't acess
Can you explain what you did and what your operating system is?
It says ”script error” also ”an uncaught exception occured”
I clicked start and than on the new file
What is your OS and which file did you download?
I clicked on the start button on the computar and than the new updated version of the game
PC, Mac or Windows file?
And can we get a screenshot of the error for our programmer?