Monochrome Order (2019)

Developer: Hit-Point Co.,Ltd.
Publisher: KEMCO
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, RPG, Strategy
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 13 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical, choice-driven experience where each decision carries weight, shaping the narrative and your character's moral alignment in a bleak world.

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What players say

Players praise the judge-and-investigation gameplay where rulings affect story, party members, and shops. The pixel art and old-school JRPG style also get positive mentions. A notable drawback is that replaying for multiple endings feels tedious because early choices lock routes, and the story does not change much between playthroughs.

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