Oh my god. It is...The best VN I've ever played! The story is incredibly good, the art is amazing, the interactives parts of the game are hard but not impossible, It's such a masterpiece !!! Can't wait to see what's going to happen during last chapters...
This was a wonderful game and I'm very exited for the next chapters. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time and I have ended up playing late into the night. The story has made me choke up on my own emotions. This for sure is the best game I have ever played.
my god was this is damn roller coaster of emotions- everything from the story to the characters to the puzzles kept me hooked and so so invested in what'll happen next. i'm patiently looking forward to the final 2 chapters!
this game is really good! it's usually hard for me to get invested in a story but dino999z did a really good job at doing that lol, chapter 4 broke me. i also love the artstyle sm!
oh my, oh my. I felt the urge to leave a comment (without any spoiler) after buying the Art pack + Soundtracks.
I truly believe this is one of the best game i've ever played in my life, and I don't think I'm being dramatic. Everything is loveable in Dino's games. Especially this one ; the art is really good and pretty, and the story is amazing, it will keep you on edge and always interested.
I first downloaded it because it's based on horror and i'm really a fan of this type of games, but also because I played Therapy with Dr. Albert Krueger. But honestly, I didn't expect to love it that much. So you should honestly download it :)
P.S. : I am truly excited to see the next chapter ! <3
an amazing mix of adventure and horror! it got charming characters and a great setting and premise!! i hope the creator takes their time with it but finishes it one day <3
Originally, I don't like scary games, but the characters are so attractive that I started playing them. It was fun enough to forget that I didn't like scary games, and I think I fell in love with the characters' charms. I'm waiting for Chapter 5 and looking forward to making good games in the future. In addition, it would be nice to provide detailed information such as mbti and birthday of the characters. I like and enjoy your game very much. Thank you for making me a good game!
am i the only one who feels sorry for Vincent. He didnt ever deserve to die, he deserved to be forgiven after all the pain and torture and loneliness he went through,i feel even more sorry for him than to Draco. i almost cried in chapter 4. what Varona said to him..it evoked even more pity for him... im waiting for whats to come next. Absolutely loved the story, and dino999z, your work is truly wonderful! never felt this way abt a game in well...forever actually. Tysm for creating this masterpeice!
I have really enjoyed playing this game so far and eagerly await updates in the future. I'm a huge horror fan and in general, I don't scare easily. The writing was fantastic, there were a few scenes that genuinely unsettled me. Great work!
Hello I recently purchased your soundtrack. When I tried to open the file my computer said the zip file is invalid. I redownload the file a few times and still got the same result. Did I do something wrong?
Hello, thank you for your support! I double-checked the zip file on my end and it was working for me, so I'm not sure what's going on. Feel free to email me at dino999z2020@gmail.com with the email you used to purchase the soundtracks, and we can resolve the issue there.
Hi L, thank you so much for your kind offer! However, I am unfortunately no longer looking for translators at this moment. I will let everyone know if the situation changes. Thanks a lot! - dino
Okay so the opening of chapter 4 opens a lot of new aspect to both Vincent and Victor as a character. They're now not just some mysterious serious (possibly a villain) character but a person just like us lmaooooo. I love this two dorks. One the edgy anti-social and the other the confused party guy. ALSO THEY'RE DEFINITELY NOT JUST ROOMMATES RIGHT. Oh what am I saying, there's nothing deeper to this. BUT WHAT IF??
The reveal at the end though??? ALSO THERE'S A LOT OF FAN SERVICE AND CHARACTER PERSONALITY REVEAL IN THIS CHAPTER (the puzzles are lovely as usual btw~)
Part 3, I guess this is how it supposed to end isn't it...? I LOVE THIS SEQUENCE BTW IT'S JUST FULL OF ACTIONS TO DO. Though the puzzles makes my brain hurt :)
I wish I could donate more at this time but I have to watch my money. Your games are amazing and while I normally don’t donate to free games (my money is tight) nor do I comment, your games have impacted me a lot and so it’s the least I could do as a thank you for making wonderful games!
I’ll continue to support you as VTSoM is updated and eventually finished and I’m excited for that day to come. Of course, remember not to overwork yourself!
I hope you have a fantastic day and I can’t wait to see what becomes of the game in the future.
The storyline for this game is incredible, no kidding.
I mean, the characters sure are charming after all~
Alright putting that aside, the gameplay and plot for this game are really nice, the UI design looks neatly done! The CGs for the game, everything. I can't wait for the development of this game to grow as well as the rest of the districts!
I was liking it until I was called 'madam'. I would really prefer if we could choose what gender our character is or just leave it ambiguous. I'm a trans guy so I really dislike games that have ME be a girl. If my character already has a name and personality and stuff then them being a girl is fine, but in this game it seems we're supposed to be a blank slate/ it's supposed to be the irl player but in game. We can even choose our own name. So I don't understand why the player is forced to be a girl. Just because there are attractive guys in the game doesn't mean only straight girls will play this.
Edit: read my replies to other people, I didn't know that the MC is supposed to be her own character, but I know now. I just kinda wish I'd known that before so I didn't make this comment lol. Like the description of the game could say "You play as a girl who wakes up in a strange mansion etc. etc." or something. Sorry for sounding like I don't like women in video games or something.
First of all, this is not a dating game. And second of all, with all due respect, have you finished playing the game The main character does have a name and a gender! And in the beginning appeared in the protagonist’s image!
i know it’s not a dating game, but the characters being attractive is noted in the game’s description. I changed my original comment now to make it seem less like I thought it was a dating game. And no I haven’t finished playing it, I’ve just finished chapter 1. And I know the MC has a gender? That’s what I was complaining about. I don’t like being called madam every 5 seconds when the game is in first person perspective and I put my name into the game lol. It’s like they were talking to me and calling me that. And I don’t know what the protagonist looks like past the image of them face down on the ground… Just usually games that are in first person perspective are supposed to be where the MC is the player. If the MC is their own person then usually the game will show a picture of the MC or something. So sorry for not knowing that. I’m still going to finish the game but I’m just uncomfortable with the characters calling me “darling” and “dear” and “madam” in every other sentence.
Look, even if the game asks you for a name it´s not YOU (besides it's temporary), It´s a pre-designed character made for her to be the protagonist and us, the expectator. That's it.
hey there! i'm a trans guy too so i can totally appreciate where you're coming from, but i think maybe the issue here is that the way the game begins, it does kind of feel like you're meant to be playing as yourself, what with how the mc has no memories and how you're asked to choose a name.............despite the fact that you really arent playing as yourself.
i mean maybe this is a little bit spoilery but the bit where you say "If my character already has a name and personality and stuff then them being a girl is fine".............the thing is that. is actually the case. but also this is a mystery game, and one aspect of this is that at the beginning you dont know the character's personality or backstory or anything (and only get a very brief glimpse of what she looks like). but she is her own character and when other characters use feminine language for her it isnt intended to be them gendering you and just assuming that you use fem terms, especially as the dev themselves uses they/them pronouns.
obviously being misgendered effin sucks and if playing the game just makes you feel misgendered or otherwise uncomfortable gender-wise then by all means don't play it, but it is a reaaaaaally good game that i love a lot so i wanted to try to clear this up, especially as you said that you were enjoying it to begin with. if it helps any, if you just hit enter when asked to put in a name, the game will automatically choose the name "valeria", which i think is meant to be the name she chooses in canon. (and there are easter eggs where if you enter the names of certain other characters you will get a certain reaction!) or you could maybe watch one of the walkthroughs/let's plays on youtube if you wanted.
also, even if you decide the game just isn't for you (which is completely fair), i cant help but also suggest checking out "therapy with dr albert krueger". it's set in the same world but with a main character who is very clearly their own character, and who uses they/them pronouns. i love it a lot!!!
but i hope this message came across ok (and i didnt seem dismissive or too pushy or anything), and that you have a good day :)
Thank you so much :D and yeah now that I know I'm not supposed to be playing as myself I'll definitely finish the game. Thanks for the suggestion too, and I hope you have a good day as well :)
GOD!!! ok so i have friends who are very into this game and i finally gave it a shot myself after having the first couple chapters streamed to me several months ago. i actually have played everything available as of rn and can i just say holy hell. i enjoyed all of it. in-universe lore, your art, etc. very compelling story and i'm of course not gonna spoil but... y'know. my only complaint is that several of the puzzles are very easy (in my personal opinion!) but some others are incredibly difficult. it could do with some balancing. other than that, yeah, amazing game! i'm eagerly awaiting the rest of it.
i have been needing to write a review here for a while so: this game is my new favourite thing ever. everyone needs to play this game. anyone caught not playing it will be reported to the fbi. vincent is my beloved and i think about him every day
(but remember that if you get stuck there are written walkthroughs linked above! cuz ive seen a lot of people not realise that. also pls read dino's latest message if you havent, like seriously do not give people bs about not updating quick enough for your liking wtf)
THIS IS LITERALLY ONE OF THE BEST GAMES EVER CANT WAIT TILL THE LAST CHAPTERS GET RELEASED AND PPL GIVE IT THE HYPE IT DESERVES ITS REALLY HARD TO BELIEVE THIS IS ONE DEV GAME EVERYTHING IS SO IMMACULATE THE CHARACTERS ARE SO WELL WRITTEN THE ART STYLE IS JUST AMAZING AND THE STORY LINE IS SECOND TO NONE CANT WAIT TO SEE HOW THE STORY'S GONNA LINK WITH OTHER GAMES GET IT IG
I just finished Chapter 4 and my mind has been blown away (also by all the jumpscares). Now that I think about it, this game reminds me of Undertale in a way, so I already adore this game as well.
I will most definitely leave a 5*, and most certainly looking forward to Chapter 5. I feel so bad for Vincent, I wanna hug him, and now I'm simping for him~~
After finishing chapter 4, let me say... OH MY GOD, THAT WAS A RUSH!! I felt panic, joy, stress, sorrow, and anything in between! I could see the characters in my mind as they moved with the footsteps, it seemed so clear, like I was there myself! (Well, technically I am, I suppose; as the player, we're the ones seeing all this through the eyes of the one we decide to name and go by.) I am never disappointed with your storytelling! The ending of this chapter.. I was terrified. I couldn't believe it. Then it took a 180 and I was brought to tears. Each time a chapter ends, I worry it's the last one, but we're only halfway through!
Dino, allow me to say... this chapter was incredible. You are a master at making puzzles, never doubt yourself. There are times I feel like a genius having figured something out, and one or two times I have been defeated and needed the guide haha. But I enjoy myself, I live for the story, to find out more! And now I wish to see how our story truly ends.
I was in a whirlwind of emotions for the two hours I played this chapter. There were times when I was about to cry.
However, at the end of the chapter, when I heard them calling out my name again...? I cried out of joy, because I get to see them again, and nothing is set in stone.
also, that photo on the laptop of those two people... I really enjoyed seeing the one on the right again, no matter how annoyed they looked to be there.
Thank you for another amazing and beautiful chapter! Be sure to take your time and not stress, I understand that things will now move slowly. Be safe, be happy, and I can't wait to see what you bring in the future! <3
*Spoilers kinda?*
But P.S.
I feel like Wonder Woman but with Draco, sending you an email that says "Thank you for bringing him back to me". I still feel as though I've known him my whole life, all of these characters. That connection you manage to make for me is something that really helps pull me in and feel even more emotional and invested in what happens.
this game is honestly just, absolutely incredible! all the twists and turns, the characters and their individual development and narratives, even the way you subvert the player's agency is just so smart and fresh! there are a million words i wish i could say (but won't due to spoilers for those browsing the comments), but i honestly can't recommend to download this enough. it's a phenomenal game for being free, and the story is deep and complex yet made easy to understand through the knowledge being presented in puzzles in innovative ways. this was overall a lovely game experience, keep up the great work dino!
p.s. saw someone in the comments ask for a french translation, if you need help with one i would be more than happy to provide assistance!
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Oh my god.
It is...The best VN I've ever played ! The story is incredibly good, the art is amazing, the interactives parts of the game are hard but not impossible, It's such a masterpiece !!!
Can't wait to see what's going to happen during last chapters...
This was a wonderful game and I'm very exited for the next chapters. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time and I have ended up playing late into the night. The story has made me choke up on my own emotions. This for sure is the best game I have ever played.
my god was this is damn roller coaster of emotions- everything from the story to the characters to the puzzles kept me hooked and so so invested in what'll happen next. i'm patiently looking forward to the final 2 chapters!
this game is really good! it's usually hard for me to get invested in a story but dino999z did a really good job at doing that lol, chapter 4 broke me. i also love the artstyle sm!
THIS GAME GOT ME CRYING AT THE END
ok this is really really good
Oh God damnit I cried
oh my, oh my. I felt the urge to leave a comment (without any spoiler) after buying the Art pack + Soundtracks.
I truly believe this is one of the best game i've ever played in my life, and I don't think I'm being dramatic. Everything is loveable in Dino's games. Especially this one ; the art is really good and pretty, and the story is amazing, it will keep you on edge and always interested.
I first downloaded it because it's based on horror and i'm really a fan of this type of games, but also because I played Therapy with Dr. Albert Krueger. But honestly, I didn't expect to love it that much.
So you should honestly download it :)
P.S. : I am truly excited to see the next chapter ! <3
an amazing mix of adventure and horror! it got charming characters and a great setting and premise!! i hope the creator takes their time with it but finishes it one day <3
What an incredible game!! Dino999z has pure talent, I can't wait for the next 2 chapters to come out!
Originally, I don't like scary games, but the characters are so attractive that I started playing them. It was fun enough to forget that I didn't like scary games, and I think I fell in love with the characters' charms. I'm waiting for Chapter 5 and looking forward to making good games in the future. In addition, it would be nice to provide detailed information such as mbti and birthday of the characters. I like and enjoy your game very much. Thank you for making me a good game!
Wow.. I Love it ❤️❤️❤️😍 😍 😍
제작자님 이런 재밌는 게임을 만들어주셔서 감사합니다! ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ 한국어도 해주셔서 감사하고요!!
게임 플레이하고 너무 감동 받아서 찾아왔습니다!
이런 게임이 무료라니... 말도 안됩니다 ㅠ
댓글 쓰고 바로 후원하러 달려갈 예정입니다!!!!
이 게임을 스토리, 프로그래밍, 일러스트, 대사 이 전부가 1인 제작이라니 너무 멋져요 ㅠㅠ
앨버트 크루거 박사 게임으로 처음 알게 되었는데 일러스트가 마음에 들어서 찾아보다가 여기까지 오게 되었네요 ㅎㅎ
게임하면서 다음 내용 추리를 계속하게 만드는게 너무 재밌었고 ㅠㅠ 캐릭터들 과거 배경이랑 예측할 수 없는 스토리 정말... 뒤통수를 몇 번 맞았는지
바로 2회차 플레이하고 이해 못했던 부분들 이해하고 그와중에 스토리 더 이해안되서 그게 재밌네요!!ㅋㅋㅋ
제작자님 챕터5 기다리고 있겠습니다! 화이팅~~~~~
am i the only one who feels sorry for Vincent. He didnt ever deserve to die, he deserved to be forgiven after all the pain and torture and loneliness he went through,i feel even more sorry for him than to Draco. i almost cried in chapter 4. what Varona said to him..it evoked even more pity for him... im waiting for whats to come next. Absolutely loved the story, and dino999z, your work is truly wonderful! never felt this way abt a game in well...forever actually. Tysm for creating this masterpeice!
edit: I have given a 5 star rating too!
Love,
butterchimken
I cryed when Vanora did that to him and Draco, it was such a sad moment, everyone had a reason behind what they were doing.
I have really enjoyed playing this game so far and eagerly await updates in the future. I'm a huge horror fan and in general, I don't scare easily. The writing was fantastic, there were a few scenes that genuinely unsettled me. Great work!
Hello I recently purchased your soundtrack. When I tried to open the file my computer said the zip file is invalid. I redownload the file a few times and still got the same result. Did I do something wrong?
Hello, thank you for your support! I double-checked the zip file on my end and it was working for me, so I'm not sure what's going on. Feel free to email me at dino999z2020@gmail.com with the email you used to purchase the soundtracks, and we can resolve the issue there.
Hi dclifeplayer, I have reuploaded the zip file so feel free to try again and let me know if it works this time. Sorry for the inconvenience!
Hello dino999z,
I download it and the zip file is open. Thank you for fixing the files.
Hazbin hotel inspired definetly
HOW HOWWWWWWWWW SHUT UP YOU MF BITCH IS NOT???????? PLAY IT FIRST THEN OPEN YOUR GOD DAMN MOUTH.
YOU GUYS CAN'T SEE A RED SMOCKING AND SAY
OMGPGMGOG,M ASSLASTOR
you made me cry until i saw the ending of chapter 4 😭😭😭
this gives me fnaf vibes
Hi L, thank you so much for your kind offer! However, I am unfortunately no longer looking for translators at this moment. I will let everyone know if the situation changes. Thanks a lot! - dino
Unfortunately fan translation is forbidden at the moment. Please read my IP policy for more information:
https://dino999z.itch.io/vincent-the-secret-of-myers/devlog/306012/vtsomtwdak-ip...
Episode 1 of Chapter 4~
Okay so the opening of chapter 4 opens a lot of new aspect to both Vincent and Victor as a character. They're now not just some mysterious serious (possibly a villain) character but a person just like us lmaooooo. I love this two dorks. One the edgy anti-social and the other the confused party guy. ALSO THEY'RE DEFINITELY NOT JUST ROOMMATES RIGHT. Oh what am I saying, there's nothing deeper to this. BUT WHAT IF??
PART 2 LET'S GOOOOOOOOOOOO
The reveal at the end though??? ALSO THERE'S A LOT OF FAN SERVICE AND CHARACTER PERSONALITY REVEAL IN THIS CHAPTER (the puzzles are lovely as usual btw~)
Part 3, I guess this is how it supposed to end isn't it...? I LOVE THIS SEQUENCE BTW IT'S JUST FULL OF ACTIONS TO DO. Though the puzzles makes my brain hurt :)
But is it really the end...?
I wish I could donate more at this time but I have to watch my money. Your games are amazing and while I normally don’t donate to free games (my money is tight) nor do I comment, your games have impacted me a lot and so it’s the least I could do as a thank you for making wonderful games!
I’ll continue to support you as VTSoM is updated and eventually finished and I’m excited for that day to come. Of course, remember not to overwork yourself!
I hope you have a fantastic day and I can’t wait to see what becomes of the game in the future.
really great,dude
AAHh This is so GOOD!! I can't wait for what's next!!!
OMG it was just good
waiting for chapter 5
I loved this game sooooo much, I hope chapter 5 comes out soon :")
I'm playing this game. If it's good I'll definitely donate money to support!!!
Wow, just wow.
The storyline for this game is incredible, no kidding.
I mean, the characters sure are charming after all~
Alright putting that aside, the gameplay and plot for this game are really nice, the UI design looks neatly done! The CGs for the game, everything. I can't wait for the development of this game to grow as well as the rest of the districts!
Spanish PLis!!
I was liking it until I was called 'madam'. I would really prefer if we could choose what gender our character is or just leave it ambiguous. I'm a trans guy so I really dislike games that have ME be a girl. If my character already has a name and personality and stuff then them being a girl is fine, but in this game it seems we're supposed to be a blank slate/ it's supposed to be the irl player but in game. We can even choose our own name. So I don't understand why the player is forced to be a girl. Just because there are attractive guys in the game doesn't mean only straight girls will play this.
Edit: read my replies to other people, I didn't know that the MC is supposed to be her own character, but I know now. I just kinda wish I'd known that before so I didn't make this comment lol. Like the description of the game could say "You play as a girl who wakes up in a strange mansion etc. etc." or something. Sorry for sounding like I don't like women in video games or something.
First of all, this is not a dating game. And second of all, with all due respect, have you finished playing the game The main character does have a name and a gender! And in the beginning appeared in the protagonist’s image!
i know it’s not a dating game, but the characters being attractive is noted in the game’s description. I changed my original comment now to make it seem less like I thought it was a dating game. And no I haven’t finished playing it, I’ve just finished chapter 1. And I know the MC has a gender? That’s what I was complaining about. I don’t like being called madam every 5 seconds when the game is in first person perspective and I put my name into the game lol. It’s like they were talking to me and calling me that. And I don’t know what the protagonist looks like past the image of them face down on the ground… Just usually games that are in first person perspective are supposed to be where the MC is the player. If the MC is their own person then usually the game will show a picture of the MC or something. So sorry for not knowing that. I’m still going to finish the game but I’m just uncomfortable with the characters calling me “darling” and “dear” and “madam” in every other sentence.
Look, even if the game asks you for a name it´s not YOU (besides it's temporary), It´s a pre-designed character made for her to be the protagonist and us, the expectator. That's it.
I didn't know that when I made my original comment, sorry.
hey there! i'm a trans guy too so i can totally appreciate where you're coming from, but i think maybe the issue here is that the way the game begins, it does kind of feel like you're meant to be playing as yourself, what with how the mc has no memories and how you're asked to choose a name.............despite the fact that you really arent playing as yourself.
i mean maybe this is a little bit spoilery but the bit where you say "If my character already has a name and personality and stuff then them being a girl is fine".............the thing is that. is actually the case. but also this is a mystery game, and one aspect of this is that at the beginning you dont know the character's personality or backstory or anything (and only get a very brief glimpse of what she looks like). but she is her own character and when other characters use feminine language for her it isnt intended to be them gendering you and just assuming that you use fem terms, especially as the dev themselves uses they/them pronouns.
obviously being misgendered effin sucks and if playing the game just makes you feel misgendered or otherwise uncomfortable gender-wise then by all means don't play it, but it is a reaaaaaally good game that i love a lot so i wanted to try to clear this up, especially as you said that you were enjoying it to begin with. if it helps any, if you just hit enter when asked to put in a name, the game will automatically choose the name "valeria", which i think is meant to be the name she chooses in canon. (and there are easter eggs where if you enter the names of certain other characters you will get a certain reaction!) or you could maybe watch one of the walkthroughs/let's plays on youtube if you wanted.
also, even if you decide the game just isn't for you (which is completely fair), i cant help but also suggest checking out "therapy with dr albert krueger". it's set in the same world but with a main character who is very clearly their own character, and who uses they/them pronouns. i love it a lot!!!
but i hope this message came across ok (and i didnt seem dismissive or too pushy or anything), and that you have a good day :)
Thank you so much :D and yeah now that I know I'm not supposed to be playing as myself I'll definitely finish the game. Thanks for the suggestion too, and I hope you have a good day as well :)
lmao
GOD!!! ok so i have friends who are very into this game and i finally gave it a shot myself after having the first couple chapters streamed to me several months ago. i actually have played everything available as of rn and can i just say holy hell. i enjoyed all of it. in-universe lore, your art, etc. very compelling story and i'm of course not gonna spoil but... y'know. my only complaint is that several of the puzzles are very easy (in my personal opinion!) but some others are incredibly difficult. it could do with some balancing. other than that, yeah, amazing game! i'm eagerly awaiting the rest of it.
i have been needing to write a review here for a while so: this game is my new favourite thing ever. everyone needs to play this game. anyone caught not playing it will be reported to the fbi. vincent is my beloved and i think about him every day
(but remember that if you get stuck there are written walkthroughs linked above! cuz ive seen a lot of people not realise that. also pls read dino's latest message if you havent, like seriously do not give people bs about not updating quick enough for your liking wtf)
AHHHHHH IKR
Really great stuff! I love your art style especially. Hoping to see more of Zalmona in future chapters.
I'm SO glad you're accepting donations, because I'd feel bad with only leaving 5 stars and telling all my friends about your games.
Skills, passion... Enviable. Amazing work.
I play this all four chapters I pass. It was SUPERB scary. But the two chapters are still upcoming.
And your game is SO very amazing, Dino.
OOOOOOOOOO
10/10
THIS IS LITERALLY ONE OF THE BEST GAMES EVER CANT WAIT TILL THE LAST CHAPTERS GET RELEASED AND PPL GIVE IT THE HYPE IT DESERVES ITS REALLY HARD TO BELIEVE THIS IS ONE DEV GAME EVERYTHING IS SO IMMACULATE THE CHARACTERS ARE SO WELL WRITTEN THE ART STYLE IS JUST AMAZING AND THE STORY LINE IS SECOND TO NONE CANT WAIT TO SEE HOW THE STORY'S GONNA LINK WITH OTHER GAMES GET IT IG
wait so was I the only one who had a horribly difficult time with the puzzles.. dude i love this game but brooo the puzzles
I just finished Chapter 4 and my mind has been blown away (also by all the jumpscares). Now that I think about it, this game reminds me of Undertale in a way, so I already adore this game as well.
I will most definitely leave a 5*, and most certainly looking forward to Chapter 5. I feel so bad for Vincent, I wanna hug him, and now I'm simping for him~~
After finishing chapter 4, let me say... OH MY GOD, THAT WAS A RUSH!! I felt panic, joy, stress, sorrow, and anything in between! I could see the characters in my mind as they moved with the footsteps, it seemed so clear, like I was there myself! (Well, technically I am, I suppose; as the player, we're the ones seeing all this through the eyes of the one we decide to name and go by.) I am never disappointed with your storytelling! The ending of this chapter.. I was terrified. I couldn't believe it. Then it took a 180 and I was brought to tears. Each time a chapter ends, I worry it's the last one, but we're only halfway through!
Dino, allow me to say... this chapter was incredible. You are a master at making puzzles, never doubt yourself. There are times I feel like a genius having figured something out, and one or two times I have been defeated and needed the guide haha. But I enjoy myself, I live for the story, to find out more! And now I wish to see how our story truly ends.
I was in a whirlwind of emotions for the two hours I played this chapter. There were times when I was about to cry.
However, at the end of the chapter, when I heard them calling out my name again...? I cried out of joy, because I get to see them again, and nothing is set in stone.
also, that photo on the laptop of those two people... I really enjoyed seeing the one on the right again, no matter how annoyed they looked to be there.
Thank you for another amazing and beautiful chapter! Be sure to take your time and not stress, I understand that things will now move slowly. Be safe, be happy, and I can't wait to see what you bring in the future! <3
*Spoilers kinda?*
But P.S.
I feel like Wonder Woman but with Draco, sending you an email that says "Thank you for bringing him back to me". I still feel as though I've known him my whole life, all of these characters. That connection you manage to make for me is something that really helps pull me in and feel even more emotional and invested in what happens.
this game is honestly just, absolutely incredible! all the twists and turns, the characters and their individual development and narratives, even the way you subvert the player's agency is just so smart and fresh! there are a million words i wish i could say (but won't due to spoilers for those browsing the comments), but i honestly can't recommend to download this enough. it's a phenomenal game for being free, and the story is deep and complex yet made easy to understand through the knowledge being presented in puzzles in innovative ways. this was overall a lovely game experience, keep up the great work dino!
p.s. saw someone in the comments ask for a french translation, if you need help with one i would be more than happy to provide assistance!