Underplayed Gems

Missing Stars (2023)

Missing Stars cover
Developer
Somnova Studios
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, Free To Play, Early Access
Rating
4.6 of 5, 49 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A quiet, introspective visual novel that handles mental health themes with care and respect, unfolding through deliberate conversations and character interactions.

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What players say

Players praise the art, music, and character writing, especially Katja, while noting the early access release contains only act 1 and is short. Some criticize the lack of meaningful choices and compare it unfavorably to Katawa Shoujo. Long-time followers say development has been slow across many years, and there is a running joke among fans asking when routes for Fran and Ela will arrive.

Screenshots

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