Empty Horizons

by ebi-hime

The Developer Says...

Following the sudden death of her father, Mireille Maiorano is sent to live with her uncle in France. Enter Lyon, a tactless, perverse Frenchman charged with escorting to Mireille to her new home. She hates him passionately, with everything she has... so why does he make her heart flutter?

Players Like...

❤ Gameplay Overview

The game primarily features a linear narrative, progressing players through the story by reading text and viewing character sprites with accompanying background art. There are no traditional gameplay mechanics like puzzles or branching choices during the initial playthrough.

❤ Narrative Structure and Replayability

While the first playthrough offers a strictly linear experience, the game encourages multiple playthroughs to explore alternative outcomes. After completing the initial route, players unlock a single choice at the start that leads to two distinct endings. Reviewers praised how subsequent playthroughs reveal new details and shed different light on the events, with the unexpected twist at the end of the first route frequently cited as a narrative highlight.

❤ Extras and Supplementary Content

The game provides players with a variety of supplementary content to enhance the experience, including a CG gallery, bonus artwork, a music player, and developer notes offering insight into the creative process and the author's personal thoughts. Reviewers often cited these extras as valuable additions that provide further incentive to revisit the game.

❤ User Impressions and Recommendations

The vast majority of player reviews praise the game's compelling narrative, memorable characters, and striking artistic presentation. Many recommend the title, especially at its low price point, for fans of character-driven stories and those seeking a bittersweet, thought-provoking experience.

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