13-year-old Janis has "Magic Deficiency Disorder," a madness where one can't use magic in a very magic-oriented world. For her protection, she lives in a madhouse: a place where those with mental disorders can be safe from an unforgiving society.
Players experience the core gameplay loop by reading through the text and dialogue, making decisions at key points, and witnessing the story unfold based on those choices. The game eschews traditional gameplay elements like combat, puzzles, or exploration, instead opting for a visual novel format.
Reviewers frequently praised the impact of their choices on the story and outcomes. The game features a true ending that is relatively straightforward to achieve, as well as several alternative endings that require more thoughtful decision-making to unlock. Players appreciated the balance between an accessible main path and more challenging branching narratives.
Reviewers commented positively on the game's brisk but natural pacing, with the story progressing through a series of short, well-structured chapters. The ability to fast-forward through previously read text was also highlighted as a convenient feature, allowing players to efficiently explore the different narrative paths.
Several reviews praised the game's accessibility, noting the simple choice mechanics that do not require complex inputs or gameplay skills. This makes the visual novel experience approachable for players who may not typically engage with more mechanically complex games.