#thriller visual novel

[prikarin]

It's reveal time!!💫

Here's the re-design of Oz and the design of Fawna from Killer Trait!! 🐅🦌

Just like in WWCG, you'll be able to choose whether you want to play as the canon protagonist or as your own invisible MC!! 🥳

Art by @mustacheskulls 💕

[romanceclubofficial]

Today we asked Elena K., the author of Astrea's Broken Heart: Out of the story’s characters…

Who’s the biggest snacker, and what’s their favorite snack? Felonia is a busy woman who can't often find time for a full meal. She likes protein bars with a cup of strong coffee. 

Who would be the most likely to lock themselves out of their car? I think only David wouldn't be afraid to get into such a ridiculous situation, and there's even a chance he'd do it on purpose. 

Who would be the first to fall asleep during a movie marathon? I’d say Raphael. He could use a good night's sleep and rest in general.

Who's most likely to talk to their plants? Cassiel. He spends most of his free time in the garden and likes solitude. He is more likely to confide his secrets to plants than to people. 

Who would be the best person to have on your team for a trivia night? Mikael will definitely help your team win. He would also do it gracefully and modestly.

Haven’t met everyone yet? Download Romance Club and play Astrea's Broken Heart!

[abyzoudev]

Heartbreaker: Episode 1 [Alpha] Teaser Trailer

Take back the girl who belonged to you... by ANY means necessary.

Heartbreaker is a dark yuri psychological-thriller visual novel made in a retro style.

In this story, you play as Tanta Aiko, a 20-year-old college student in the small town of Sanseto, Osaka, 1996. Having lived her whole life with an all-consuming depression that left her reality dark & grey, Tanta's world filled with light & colour for the first time when she met the love of her life, Yūki Sakura.

However, it seems other girls have their eyes on Tanta's beloved Kouhai too... ...and there is NOTHING she won't do to get them out of the picture.

Will you sabotage Kouhai and your rivals' budding relationships? Stalk your rivals and murder them? Befriend them to earn their trust? Something... more extreme? In Heartbreaker, it's up to you.

The game is currently on -25% sale until August 31st, only $1.50 for the uncensored alpha build! (The censored build is free.)

Download the game here: https://abyzoudev.itch.io/heartbreaker-vn

The game features pixel art gameplay, illustrated cutscenes, voice acting, an original soundtrack, and multiple endings (in this build, five).

[wiregrrrl]

The reviews are coming in! New "art project" Butterfly//Circuit is actually enjoyable and good!

For only 10 dollar YOU TOO can experience 8-12 hours of harrowing psychological harm!

Please leave more *Positive Reviews* so my ego is boosted and so the Steam algorithm likes me!

[greyspirehollow]

Unhinged

Pairing : Quaestor Valdemar x Reader (kind of ; if you imagine you're the one who made the gift) Fandom : The Arcana visual novel Warnings : Gore. Hannibal style. ; graphic ; blood, guts, the whole package if you will.

Summary : One day, unassuming, Valdemar enters their dungeons, only to find one morbid gift sprawled out for them.

It had been a rather... Unfulfilling day. Nothing had happened at the Palace, aside from the usual courtier shenanigans, which they had grown accustomed to by now. Almost. They still couldn't understand how they had never found Consul Valerius passed out drunk anywhere ever, with how often he drank. They'd never seen him without his glass of wine. Hour after hour, they longed to go back to their office, to their dungeons, their sanctuary, with the silence occasionally broken by the discreet skittering of the red beetles down the little well at the back... But they had to sit through all the trivial matters of Countess Nadia until the evening. They couldn't understand why, but today it was especially awful. In the sense that it was boring. They had almost forgotten what being bored was, and today had been a rather painful reminder.

It is not before actual sunset that they were set free. They hurried back to the library before anyone could catch them and ask literally anything ; they couldn't handle it. They opened the secret passage, rapidly walked down the dark corridors, turned on the elevator, went inside, went down, closed the metal door behind them, reached for the dungeon's door and- Ah... Finally. They pulled down their mask and sharply inhaled the rusty air, a smile creeping up on their face as their eyes closed solemnly. They exhaled, satisfied, before stretching and walking towards the working area. But something stopped them in their tracks. An unfamiliar scent in the air... No, actually it wasn't unfamiliar. It simply shouldn't be there. Blood. Fresh blood. The warm scent of someone's insides... They knew that scent very well. But this time it was stronger, hitting their nostrils in an almost violent manner ; because they were pretty sure it wasn't their doing. It meant that someone had come to the dungeons...

They tensed up, going absolutely still and quiet, listening to their environment... Nothing. The usual quietness, although it felt stifling in the current context. They slowly reached into the pocket of their apron, getting a hold of a spare scalpel as they slowly walked towards where the foul scent originated from. They made sure to keep their steps as quiet as they could manage, and once they were about to turn the corner, they briefly paused, still as a statue, to make sure the coast truly was clear : no footsteps. No breathing. No shuffling. Nothing. Only then did they dare step forward... And their eyes widened.

There, suspended mid-air, in a crucified pose, was a corpse. Presumably not one of their own, it looked much too fresh. But it was clear it had been worked on : it was open, the skin around the torso having been carefully cut and folded around the corpse's waist in a sort of ragged skirt of flesh that stopped above knee-level. The ribs were on full display, but strangely enough, all the internal organs had been removed except for the heart, dark red and bloody, which had been placed right at the center of the corpse, hanging by what looked like thread tied to the ribs. Slightly tilted, the victim's face looked downwards, their eyes having been stitched shut. One or two loose strands of hair stuck to their cheek, presumably because of all the blood that had been splattered. It was everywhere. dripping from the corpse, onto the floor... Yet by the looks of it, it must've been at least two hours since this... what even was it? Certainly not an experiment. It was thought out. Exposed. Staged... This... This was closer to a piece of art than anything else.

A spark of excitement coursed through their spine as their chest warmed up with adrenaline. Valdemar couldn't tear their gaze away. Their jaw hung slack as their red eyes scanned over every inch of the corpse. Took the liberty to examine it up close. They almost didn't want to touch it. They felt as if they mustn't. The Quaestor examined the eye stitches, the way the heart was floating within the corpse, how well the ribs had been exposed, and couldn't help but be utterly fascinated. This had obviously not been done with a scientific goal in mind, no, it was much too... It wasn't butchery. It was different. Whoever did this wanted to convey a message. But what? And why...?

They observed the corpse for... Gods, they didn't know. They'd totally forgotten about the whole day, or even their own experiments : this was a mystery to solve. This was new. This was exciting. They observed the thing from various angles : they'd lie down on the bloody floor, go around it, observe it upside down, up close, far away, and they noticed even the operation tables had been moved in a half circle ; a detail that had flown over their head at the beginning. As they laid onto one of them, observing the corpse from their favorite angle yet, they started to think... What was the message behind this? Did the position of the corpse mean anything? This crucified pose? Maybe it was meant to bring a sense of "holiness" and importance to the whole piece, make it symbolic, make it spectacular... Or simply add an artistic touch? Maybe. All those options were plausible. The heart was obviously a key part ; otherwise the other organs wouldn't have been removed (if the goal was to make something shocking and gory). What could it symbolize? Life? Love? Probably. But what about the eyes stitched shut? Unable to see. Blindness. Oblivious. Forced to not see? Blinded by something ? That made sense. Now why would all these elements be put together...?

Valdemar felt their heart pick up in pace as the gears turned in their head and finally click, locking together perfectly : "Loves makes me blind..." they muttered to themselves, unable to stop the grin from spreading onto their face "...Blind to your atrocities". Oh, they absolutely HAD to find out who had decided to confess to them like this. They jumped from the table they had been laying on for a while now, looking at the body up-close once more. "Splendid..." They whispered. How original... Exposing your feelings with such brutality and delicacy at the same time ; going out of your way to put meaning into what was most likely a gruesome murder, taking someone's life only to convey your sentiments through their carcass... This was exhilarating. The work of a true artist. They must find them. They must.

Their grin never faltered as they rushed out of the dungeons, into the Palace, determined to sneak into every single bedroom until they found the author of that beautiful gift...

[interact-if]

Lift Your Spirits is a horror game where you are a desperate college student rushing to meet the deadline of your last assignment before semester break. With no choice but to stay late, you find yourself alone at campus in the dead of night. You never believed the rumors spread around the student body. Ghost stories were simply stories, right? ...Right?

Features:

Original artwork and backgrounds.

1 Character.

4 Endings (2 Bad, 2 Good).

Playtime: 20± minutes.

Content Warnings:

Flashing lights, screen shaking, spooky atmosphere.

Sudden noises.

Mentions of death.

Eyes.

[hasselnutting]

Angels be like "be not afraid" and then pull out something like THIS - wishlist "My neighbor is a bunny demon", a psychological horror visual novel with cute girls 👯‍♀️

[verycharismaticdragon]

On Air Island - chapter 1 - part 2

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[PLAYER] donated 20 Small Spade: Come on, Hanse, I'm rooting for you!

(the transcript is available below the poll, under keep reading)

Transcript legend:

Character speaking: dialogue line

regular chat message Donation: donation message

available donation messages

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Hanse: Ugh......! Can't believe that I got last place......

[player] donated 20 Small Spade: Come on, Hanse, I'm rooting for you!

Hanse: Hello, [player]! Thank you for your support and for leaving an encouraging message.

Rolling: Wow artofhan: Woah

Hanse: Ah... It's really amazing. Just a moment ago, I felt like I was falling off a cliff.

hanspor: *cries* *cries* 1pmhanse: We'll protect Hanse at all cost...

Hanse: I'd like to thank everyone who is coming and supporting me!

WALKOAI: You did a great job!!!

Hanse: Despite showing various shortcomings and flaws, I'll do my best until the very end.

deeping: Still, it's the first time he had done something like this, but Hanse is doing well without showing too much nervousness.... HeIsHot: Angel Hanse, I love you! CrazyGuy: You guys are disgusting. License: It's so heartwarming to see someone supporting him.

Hanse: Well, still, being last place is embarrassing......

DUCKACOON: Now, let your cutie mascot DUCKACOON announce the result!

RaMe: ? MyBank: cute? kakadodo: Why is it DUCKACOON? CatProf: Ah this question again: who named it?

DUCKACOON: For those who are in the top ranks here is the guide from Haggai...

otomelov: Mr.Fact Glimmer: Mr.Fact danchu1: Narinari honari! hanseya: Obvious or possible? eggrolly: ˪ ˪ Obviously, it comes with firepower.

DUCKACOON: Moreover, you can also enjoy a really good meal quack.

Believe: I'll take first place anyway. onehanse: I hope it's Honari. She's close to Hanse. BeASolo: ? Who cares? ReVeLub2: I voted for the first researcher I saw today,,,

Mr.Fact: As expected from Mr. Fact! The first place was already secured in advance, wasn't it?

MyChick: Pact type form crazy~ Princess: Mr.Fact! Mr.Fact! Mr.Fact! Mr.Fact! Melody23: Why are you plastering here; go to his broadcast! Know_all donated 15 Amazing Clover: For those who don't know Mr.Fact aka Go Fact Know_all donated 5 Ordinary Clover: He is spreading fact and gossiping every single day, and it's interesting

Mr.Fact: Let's see if it's not impressive, I will sue the broadcasting company.

PinkRisk: Aaah! dumdum: I dislike seeing people intentionally provoke for attention during broadcasts. MyIsland: Mr. Fact: intentionally provoking is also a skill MyMaster donated 20 Touching Heart: Shishinao and Mr. Fact are dissing each other every day and it's funny how they do the same thing now

Honari: Thank you so much for the support, my glitters!❤

LoveFact: Nari ㅠ GuSa: Congrats on the 2nd place! ThisFact: I really like their debut song! Know_all donated 20 Touching Heart: Let's go to the next explaination! Honari is LIGHT BOMB's main dancer! Know_all donated 15 Ordinary Clover: Her fandom name is Sparkler!

Honari: We'll keep working hard and get to the first place.

MyKitten: TB is such a hit BeASolo: Please support Hanse too!! HSbell: But what is TB? oc'mon: Nari also tried hard, so please refrain from making provocative remarks. Know_all donated 20 Amazing Spade: There was a bit scandal about their past but I dunno

Hanse: The result for the 1st day settlement is! Mr. Fact in the 1st place and Honari for 2nd place!

RealFact: TB is Twilight Bomb, LIGHT BOMB's debut song PinkRisk: You can't compare it to A NINE's 17 urfuture: Let's support her! She is just 20 and the youngest among the cast members!

How did Mr.Fact get first place?

What did Honari do?!!

(Voice) Hanse, don't be discouraged!

[imposter-no-swanswithhumanfaces]

Touchstarved trailer except I replaced the music with the Game Theory theme song

[lexiixyk]

The Basement

Tetsuo had no idea how he ended up here. Natasha, his long-time friend, had always been kind, but that kindness took a darker turn. One day, he visited her home for what seemed like an innocent chat, but after that, everything became a blur. Now, he finds himself trapped in the basement of her house, where time feels distorted, and reality is slowly slipping away. The only thing more terrifying than the cold, empty room is Natasha herself.

Each passing day is a test of his sanity. Natasha’s unsettling kindness masks something far more sinister, and the mirror she gave him reveals a version of himself that grows weaker, more distorted with every glance. His mind races with questions—what is happening to him? Why is Natasha so determined to keep him locked away?

As the days blend into a surreal nightmare, Tetsuo’s thoughts become his only companion. He begins to question everything—his surroundings, Natasha’s motives, and even his own perception of reality. With each decision he makes, the fine line between truth and madness blurs further. Every moment is filled with tension as Tetsuo grapples with the reality Natasha forces upon him.

Will Tetsuo find the strength to escape before it’s too late, or will Natasha’s grip on him tighten until he can no longer tell what’s real? His mental state teeters on the edge as his perception of the world grows increasingly fragile. The basement itself seems to close in on him, and the only way out might come with a cost he's not prepared to pay.

But sometimes, even escape isn't what it seems. In The Basement, survival is uncertain, and sometimes the real prison is the mind itself. — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

In The Basement, you’ll explore the unsettling dynamics between two people trapped in a dangerous situation, where trust and fear are constantly at odds. Tetsuo’s journey is shaped by your decisions, which can either bring him closer to the truth or push him deeper into a waking nightmare. Will you make the right choices, or will Tetsuo lose himself entirely?

(Find it on itch.io right here)

Note: This game has a ton of bugs at the moment, since it is a DEMO version. Please have patience, and if there is any problem, contact me here or in Discord (@lexiixyk)

[suroen]

Aight chat, today topic isss...!

VN THAT I WANT TO PLAY SO BAD BUT EITHER IT DOESN'T SUPPORT ANDROID OR MY INTERNET CONNECTION WONT LET ME !!!!!!!

Some of these game are pretty mainstream but trust me honey boos, if i have the chance to play it i would. 💔💔💔

[prikarin]

Happy WIP Wednesday!! Today we have Fawna showing her room!! Can you tell she likes mysteries, Pokemon and apples? 🕵️‍♀️ 🍎

Background art by Danulopezz

Sprite art by @mustacheskulls

[bestlaidplansproductions]

Hey Tumblr... would you play our game, Save the Villainess?

Our demo is dropping this summer and contains one brave and brilliant villainess, one romance novel she cannot remember, and five love interests who may be out to murder her.

Check it out on Kickstarter & Steam now!

[snowhavenstudios]

A Closer Look at The Detective Love Interest

It would be an understatement to say that Edwin has been getting a lot of love, and we can understand why. But let's talk about our other leading male LI, Detective Nick Singh. Because how cool is it that the detective on the homicide case might actually end up being the killer himself? It's roll of the dice.

When Singh is the good guy, he's pretty strait-laced and really cares about his job. Cares about keeping you and everyone else safe from further harm. He's even a little bit of a nerd, and if you get to know him well enough, you'll see why.

However...

When Singh is the bad guy... Well, let's just say that he certainly has his motives for being the killer. It's a boring old town for a homicide detective, and maybe something needed to be done about that.

[wiregrrrl]

Butterfly//Circuit is on the Steam Winter Sale for 25% off! Experience the harrowing psychological distress of this visual novel this holiday season! (Thank you everyone who's supported the game so far, I love you :] )

[obamasleftkidney]

CLUE #8

“And? Killers evolve knowing the authorities would never suspect the person that called it in.”

If this is your first time seeing my post; I'm writing a novel which will be released soon. I refuse to tell you the plot, the characters, the tropes, nor the premise. I only ask for your follow + I write my followers names down in a little pretty notebook. I will drop little clues and quotes and paragraphs. Ominous little hints. And the first follower to guess the plot receives a free signed copy of the novel once it's published. (Merch included according to the guessed plot's accuracy)

Do follow me and find out, for if this ended up on your page, this novel has everything you like. I might disappoint, but how do you know for sure I will?

If you're interested, follow me, and go read my posts. Clues have already been dropped. Best of Luck!