Spooktober 7th Annual Visual Novel Jam

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The past and the future align… / El pasado y el futuro se alinean...

Submitted by Waltitow (@Waltitow), chris.smith824, Roo_ben, Kit Le Bihan (@meltmyeyez), YoruBox, ema.alcalino — 5 days, 12 hours before the deadline

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Results

Criteria	Rank	Score*	Raw Score
Category: Music	#64	4.000	4.000
Overall	#67	4.167	4.167
Visuals	#70	4.417	4.417
Story	#74	4.167	4.167
Category: Voice Acting	#76	2.750	2.750
Category: Cinematography	#88	3.583	3.583

Ranked from 12 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.

Content Warnings
drug abuse, death, murder, metal problems, blood.

Log Line
A man suspects he can predict the future. He sees a little girl having trouble in the forest in his visions. A suspicious entity contacts him to tell him that only he can save her from her death. Will he save her or...?

Team Credits & Cast
Waltitow - director, programmer, sound effects, writer. Doggo - editor, writer assistant, beta reader. Ema - sprite artist, CG (characters). Roo - background artist, CG (backgrounds). Smileflower - GUI (design and programming). Kitlebihan - music. Chris Smith - editor, proofreader.

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Comments

Ana OrendaySubmitted196 days ago(+1)

I love the atmosphere it creates. The sounds are both melancholic and terrifying at the same time! I would’ve loved to interact more with the story. It definitely has so much potential!

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cabycatSubmitted197 days ago(+2)

I admit the opening and the first 2/3rd of the game were very confusing to me, in which I was having a pretty tough time following the story due to missing context. Though after finishing the story and going through the ending, I think it kinda makes sense if you consider approaching the story from the perspective of person with mental issues (schizophrenia and PTSD in this case, I think?). Almost as tough as the first chapter of The Sound and The Fury, though not to the level of random rambling of Faulkner.

The art and music really suit the story with theme of death and guilt.

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Maypole by the Sea

cindercritterSubmitted199 days ago(+2)

What a great twist at the end! The mystery hooks you from the start. I liked the play with the dialogue, how parts are repeated later, and the clues are sprinkled in, hinting at an unreliable narrator. Great!

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At the Chime of the Bell

BYTESIZED games205 days ago (1 edit)

Hi, Waltitow and team! I played and voted for your game on stream and I'm posting here for your own feedback and promotion. Would be happy if could rate and comment your thoughts on my game submitted to this jam! Enjoy and thanks for your consideration. - Kyle

AltilaSubmitted205 days ago(+2)

Mr. Park Ranger, I want to report that I have played the game! The game is eerie and scary, but really beautiful. Great game!

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Moonlit Wizardry

Mondlicht GamesSubmitted205 days ago(+2)

Rest is for those without the call.

This is one of those stories where you need a minute or two after playing. Heavy topic beautifully executed.

I really loved the sprites. The whole game was visually fitting. The UI is very sleek. I also liked that the characters were all understanding towards MC both the boy as well as the Park Ranger. I really would have hated if they made fun of his condition. Thank you for handling the heavy topic in a very mature way.

You really made me feel things, good job!

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Vampire Elysium

WaltitowDeveloper205 days ago

Thank you very much! Indeed, a heavy topic. Unfortunately a lot of friends and family had to deal with mental struggles. I've dealed myself with some episodes of paranoia. It's important to raise awareness about those topics.

dannwaySubmitted208 days ago(+2)

I think I can sum up this game as hauntingly beautiful and beautifully haunting.

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Mirror, Mirror, Who Am I?

WaltitowDeveloper205 days ago

I'm honored by your words! 🫂

CarnalMantrapSubmitted209 days ago(+2)

Beautiful game, great job!

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Gleeful Grotesquerie: Tunnel of Love

WaltitowDeveloper205 days ago(+1)

Thank you! Our team put a lot of effort into the game. They're the best!

matchiSubmitted211 days ago(+3)

Beautiful backgrounds and the sprites are haunting (especially the entity) ദ്ദി/ᐠ｡‸｡ᐟ\

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WaltitowDeveloper211 days ago

Thank you so much! Roo is our hero! Ema put a lot of thought into the creature!

Monsennor211 days ago(+3)

I like very much this game cause touch my soul. The music, the ambient, the dialogues and the voice lines was amazing. I love the creator and the colaborators. I love u so much.

RozrywkaFanSubmitted213 days ago(+3)

This is hands down the best game I've played in this jam so far, great job! The main character is really well written, viewing the events from his perspective was an incredibly fascinating experience. The visuals are amazing too, they add a lot to the overral atmosphere to the game.

Keep up the good work!

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Wrath Of The Pumpkin Face

WaltitowDeveloper212 days ago

Thank you for your kind comment! It moves us to the bones! I'm glad that you liked our game!

RocRacSubmitted213 days ago(+3)

Wow, what an ending! The way the story was told and the way the characters experiences were described were great (don't want to spoil anything with this review)! The overall style, especially the sprites, together with the bitcrushed voices, really add to the weird atmosphere. Definitely a good decision to vary the voice beeps depending on the character to give them more personality. Overall a REALLY enjoyable experience!

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WaltitowDeveloper212 days ago

I'm happy that you liked the ending. I put some thought into it, haha.