Astrophobia
A downloadable Visual Novel for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android
Content warning, this visual novel contains graphic content. Such as, but not limited to: heavy alcohol use, strong language, themes of death and dying, grief.
Reader discretion is advised.
That said, this is a SFW project.
Astrophobia centers two characters, you, Nova, and your wolf, Albert, as a rogue supermassive black hole hurtles through the solar system. Not much time left until your planet passes through the event horizon, what a way to cap off your honeymoon.
This was made for the May Wolf 2024 game jam as a solo project. Check out other projects here.
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Install instructions
For PC/Linux/Mac:
- Download appropriate package.
- Extract files
- Locate game executable
- run
For Android:
- Download appropriate package.
- Extract file
- Place .apk in any directory on your phone
- Navigate to said directory in your file browser
- Install package
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15th submission I will read and rate here we GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Edit 1:
Sorry, I couldn't resist.
Edit 2: Ok, I have just read and rated your VN. Here are my thoughts.
I can't write this VN without pointing out how great the visuals and music are in this VN. There are custom sprites and CG's that give off some kind of eerie vibe that's quite fitting for this story. Same goes for the UI, really. Without its unique art and sfx direction, this VN wouldn't be the same.
Regarding the story, the theme was implemented in a reallly creative way. I remember when the theme was announced and us jammers would chat about how we could implement it, and space themes were brought up, but nothing like this. Nothing like having your honey moon interrupted by death by black hole. It's an interesting mix of sci-fi, horror, and rrrrrromance. And that's not the only that makes the creativity put in this game stand out. There was not only this main story I mentioned before, but also mini stories of dreams!!! Sick!!!
Concerning the cons of this VN, apart from the textbox thing and minor typos other comments mentioned (it's ok, I know how it feels like *centerright flashbacks* ), I feel there is something weird with Albert's character. I don't know if it is just me, but I feel as if we get to see a lot about Nova's character (emotions, personality, etc) but not that much about Albert. I get he is suppossed to be compossed and calm, but for me it feels as if he had little to no reaction to the whole end-of-the-world matter. Again, maybe it is just me.
That's what I think of this VN. Thanks for the experience!
A simple, short, yet beautiful story featuring Nova and Al as powerful characters. The portrayal of love and fear is stunning, and none of the submissions so far have affected me as deeply as this one. I wish it were a little longer, and the script could benefit from a more thorough proofreading. The art, music, and sprites are greatly appreciated; your style is truly original. Bravo!
Known issues:
Alchahol should be Alcohol.
Discression should be discretion.
Erroneous text at "...around a central point that resembled a picture." It should read "...around a central point."
Missing space between "...familiar.At the..." should be "...familiar. At the..."