Underplayed Gems

Lotus Reverie: First Nexus (2021)

Lotus Reverie: First Nexus cover
Developer
Keinart Lobre
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 61 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 13 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A cheerful visual novel that balances lighthearted daily life with an underlying tension as you manage limited time to unravel a mysterious disappearance.

cheerfulslice of lifemelancholictime managementstory richcutemysteriousfemale protagonist

What players say

Players praise the writing, art, and soundtrack, but many are frustrated by a cliffhanger ending that feels incomplete. The story is engaging yet confusing, and the turn-based combat is fun but can be repetitive. Some mention long slow sections and a death mechanic in visual novel segments that punishes wrong choices.

Trailer

Screenshots

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